Count

For you SNL-ers, they are the Debbie Downers.
For others, they are the Negative Nellies.
Some folks equate them to Eeyore.
Whatever the title, they are the folks that focus on the bad stuff.
They revel in the repulsive or the revolting.
They thrive on sucking the life and joy from a room and from others.


Count, instead, the blessings you have.
All the green lights on the way to work.
The smell of jasmine right outside your window.
The crisp warmth of the sun on your skin.
Ice cold water on a sweltering summer day.
The joy you feel at the sound of children giggling and playing.
The euphoria of an infant's smile.
Puppy breath.
Holding the hand of the person you love.
Snuggling.
Finishing a crossword puzzle.
A long, lazy walk on a beautiful night.
The morning bird's song.


You don't need to win the lottery to be lucky.
You need only look around you to realize how blessed you are.
Count your blessings.
And, while you're counting, you'll soon forget any negative things exist!


Go ahead . . . count!