Last night, I had a conversation with my roommate. She's talking about her financial problems. It was not really supposed to be her problem, it was her parents'. But because she is a part of the family, it becomes her problem too. I would not disclose how much she needs but it's really a big amount. She's saying that there are some things she wants to do and yet she can't do them because a big part of her pay is allotted to paying off the debt.
Then today, my friend gave his testimony on how he survived his college life and how he is helping his siblings by sending them to school. I would say I was pretty much impressed...
...and embarrassed. I realized how much of a drama queen I am. I feel so selfish. I can do a lot of things on a whim because I don't have that much of a burden when it comes to my family. I am not obliged to help. They don't ask anything from me. And yet, I complain. When some of my relatives ask for help, I complain. Mainly because I think of the things I have planned on spending the money for, and I would be honest that most of them are just for my personal enjoyment. Not really a necessity.
Today, I learned that I am so blessed and I have nothing to do but be thankful with what I have and with what I am enjoying.
May I always remember the bigger sacrifices of my friends whenever I am asked to give up a little of my whims.
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