I just lost the draft I typed of all 51 things. Here goes again, in no particular order:
I am thankful for...
- My heavenly Father
- The relationship I have with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
- His Word, His kindness, mercy, forgiveness, patience, discipline, promises, faithfulness
- My eternal life thru salvation by Jesus Christ
- Spiritual gifts
- Natural talents
- My Children --all 4 living plus those in heaven (and maybe one more to come?)
- Paul's love, devotion, faithfulness, wisdom, responsibility, humor, etc.
- Molly (our Golden Retriever) -- gentleness, devotion, beauty
- Trees, leaves, extra long fall season this year
- Food
- Paul's income
- This neighborhood-quiet, safe, friendly, pretty, convenient
- Van and car
- Friends near and far
- My parents--alive, well, enjoying ministry
- Appliances
- Water
- Health
- Protection and safety...Paul had no injuries even tho' the Toyota was totaled and the Kia was hit by a hit 'n run driver.
- Language and the ability to speak and communicate
- Internet
- CCC and CDS
- Operation Gummi Worms--the kids who express their care for one soldier they don't even know and for the moms who bring them here to make cards for him
- Clothes
- Shoes
- Heat and AC
- Laughter
- Education
- Care group
- Mobility...joints that move freely
- Phone
- Vacation
- Skin
- Hobbies
- Tim Barranco's life
- Music
- Hair --realizing Diane lost hers to chemo this year makes me ever grateful for mine
- Cleaning products
- Paint
- Mental wellness
- Prescription meds
- Indoor plumbing
- My camera
- Teeth
- Sarah's desire to finish well in homeschool
- Ben's diligence and perseverance at college
- Joel's personality,affection, talents
- Stephen's passion for God and desire to lead other
- Paul's willing and dedication to church and care group, esp w/ his guitar
- America. Freedom.
So much more to thank You for, God. I won't let the rocks take my place in praising You! So many blessings. I am just getting started!
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