I understand what you're saying - more than many people do. I did not always winter in the south or have all the niceties. No - we struggled. Financially. Emotionally. And raised our severely disabled son. But we SURVIVED! And we thrived. Just like you.
Always look on the bright side - this motto has never let me down before.
God might not always give us everything we wish for. But he does give us ENOUGH!