It is hard to believe that 2011 has come and gone. 2011 was a crazy year for me it seems. Recent events in my personal life have forced me to look at life in a much deeper way and I have found that although I have experienced many challenges in 2011, I have also been blessed with many miracles as well.

According to Wiki Answers : "A miracle means wonder. It is something that creates a state of awe and wonder in an individual. For example, it could be the wonder that is invoked by the creation or formation of something such as the state of wonder that is produced by birth or it could be the germination of a seed. or the formation of stars and planets. A miracle could be any conceivable thing that produces a state of wonder. A miracle has also been defined as: A marvelous event or a remarkable occurrence that is due to the intervention of a supernatural agency."

My definition of a miracle is a little more simple and straightforward. A miracle is an event or experience that is unexpected and brings you joy, peace, comfort, or happiness. Some of my miracles this year include my health (I had some issues earlier in the year, I am fine now), my mother's health (she has some issues, but they are not as bad as we had feared), making some new friends who are very special to me and bring me joy and happiness on a regular basis (totally unexpected), and my kids (they always bring me joy and happiness and love, it is a miracle that they love me as much as they do,lol).

Can you think of any miracles in your life? Continue to live a life filled with light, love, grace, and miracles :)

Author's Bio: 

My name is Shefali Burns. I am a Certified Professional Life Coach and Reiki Master. I have always had a passion for helping people by listening to them, finding ways to empower them, and giving them tools to empower themselves.