It's easy to focus on what's missing, it's natural. Pain is a sign that something is wrong, naturally it produces discomfort, which then causes change. If we step back and look at what is right, it's possible to appreciate how much more is right than wrong within our lives. I was pondering the true meaning of the word rich, which I also equate to abundance. I've realized that I am rich in nearly all areas of life. I bet you are too, maybe you don't even realize it. It is interesting when we say someone is "rich" we usually mean monetarily prosperous. By definition if we determine that we are rich in more areas than not, we are indeed rich. Here is how Merriam-Webster defines rich and abundance:

rich adj \ˈrich\
1 : having abundant possessions and especially material wealth
2 a : having high value or quality b : well supplied or endowed rich in traditions>
3 : magnificently impressive : sumptuous
4 : a : vivid and deep in color rich red>b : full and mellow in tone and quality rich voice>c : having a strong fragrance rich perfumes>
5 : highly productive or remunerative rich mine>
6 a : having abundant plant nutrients rich soil>b : highly seasoned, fatty, oily, or sweet rich foods>c : high in the combustible component rich fuel mixture>d : high in some component rich foods>
7 a : entertaining; also : laughableb : meaningful, significant rich allusions>c : lush rich meadows>
8 : pure or nearly pure rich lime>

abun·dance noun \ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s\
1 : an ample quantity : profusion
2 : affluence, wealth
3 : relative degree of plentifulness abundances of uranium and thorium — H. C. Urey>

Here are the ways I am rich:
My spirit is loving, compassionate, accepting, forgiving, courageous, peaceful, generous, strong, allowing, positive, joyous, reverent, expanding and growing. I am grateful for this spirit which allows me to fully appreciate this beautiful journey called life.

My mind is open, creative, rich in knowledge, active thought and curious. I am grateful for this mind that assists me in the understanding the unfolding of life and all of it's wonders.

My body is healthy, beautiful, radiant and strong. Although I don't always understand the nature of my physical short comings, I accept that it allows me to have contrast, which inspires me to change, create and expand my life in new areas.

My family. I have many different types of people in my family, some of them are beautiful, strong, independent women who I have learned much from; others are very different. Creating harmonious relationships within a diverse family of loved ones, has taught me to love people for who they are, and not who I wish they were. It has also taught me when to walk away when harmony is out of reach. I am grateful for these learning experience with family.

My friends. My friends are some of the most awesome people in the universe, that I am certain. My friends are loving, accepting, intelligent, respectful, gracious, creators who I have chosen to allow into my inner circle because I respect and appreciate their souls especially; and they have allowed me to love them. They have taught me wonderful things. I am so grateful for the quality of my friendships.
(Tagged, I'm talking about you. Feel free to remove this if you're shy.)

My pets. They are beautiful manifestations of pure love. I am grateful for their companionship and the healing relationship that they offer to me and I am happy to be able to care for them.

My world. The more scientists explore the earth the more they learn that Earth is unique. The earth has terrain that is vastly different from one place to another with extreme variations in everything from temperatures, altitudes, vegetation, animals, people, minerals and water supplies. The earth embodies and amplifies what is true about our human conditions. There are volcanoes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires and storms and yet she always restores back to perfect balance. With all trauma that occurs with earth, good things come of it. This is true of our lives, our bodes and our spirits. I am grateful for the learning experience that earth offers. I am grateful for all of her resources: shelter, food, water, materials- beings both sentient and non-sentient. Earth is a beautiful place to play. I am grateful for this life.

Have you realized and appreciated how rich your life is?
Yes I wrote this, feel free to share it if you'd like and replace what you are grateful for in your own words.