For Those Responsibilities

"Thank you, Lord, for all the responsibilities You have given me."

I breathed the crisp morning air, realizing that I do not often thank the Lord for my responsibilities. 

It's a new way to look at things.  

Rather than dreading them or chafing at the toil and labor involved, 

thanking God for those responsibilities turns it all around.

Most of the responsibilities in my life stem from blessings from above.

Why do I let work and toil and labor and struggle take the joy out of what I do?

Lately, I'm taking time to thank God for my responsibilities.  

May I be a good and faithful steward, Lord.