A group of students were asked to list what they thought were the present "Seven Wonders of the World." Though there were some disagreements, the following received the most votes:

1. Egypt's Great Pyramids
2. Taj Mahal
3. Grand Canyon
4. Panama Canal
5. Empire State Building
6. St. Peter's Basilica
7. China's Great Wall

While gathering the votes, the teacher noted that one student had not finished her paper yet. So she  asked the girl if she was having trouble with her list. The girl replied, "Yes, a little.  I couldn't quite make up my mind because there were so many."

The teacher said, "Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help.

"The girl hesitated, then read, "I think the 'Seven Wonders of the World' are:

1. To see
2.To hear
3. To touch
4. To taste
5. To feel
6. To laugh
7. And to love

The room was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. The things we overlook as simple and ordinary and that we take for granted are truly wondrous!

A gentle reminder -- that the most precious things in life  cannot be built by hand or bought by man.

I guess after reading this, It made me think a little about the things that I have and reflect on what's really wonderous in this world. There are so many people out there who can't do half of the things that we can, such as walking, talking, or hearing. Or even such things as being able to go to school to get a good education and having that opportunity to become successful adults. There are people in the world who can't walk in the streets freely and without fear. The anticipation of having Death knocking at your door is not something that we have to do here.

We have food, family, friends, and so much more. The wonderful feeling of waking up every morning to a beautiful, warm sunrise (even if those damn birds won't shut up!). Having your family members there to support you and love you is also a great blessing. Friends to laugh with and share all the days' moments with...they are truly a gift (I love you guys! *sNiffLe* hahahah!). And there's always that special someone. Whether from afar, or up close and personal, there is someone out there who is a divine wonder in your world. Even if you know them or not, they're out there...waiting for you, just as you wait for them...realizing that all they need is your presence and smile and they're content because you are a wonder in their world.

I've found the 8th wonder of my world...