* I met Ann Voskamp at a blogging convention years ago and read her beautiful book, 1000 Gifts. That is when I learned about the power of thankfulness in daily life. It set me free from some very negative thought patterns.
* for extra hours of sleep. The clock read 8:00 when I opened my eyes. Unheard of for me, but oh, so wonderful.
* for friends who lift me and my family up in prayer. Just giving credit where credit is due. All of you who have prayed for us have played a part in us getting through a difficult time.
* I finally got a new box of allergy pills. One of my daughter's cats (who used to be mine) leaves my skin feeling like bugs are crawling on me every time I am near him...and I guess he remembers me as his first "mom" because he always wants to cuddle with me.
* I starting making some little changes around the house this week...little nods to spring. New curtains in my office/craft room and some cute suncatchers on the window. A spring valence and table cloth in the kitchen. Spring flower arrangements. A new throw rug in the hall.
* The grands and I had fun doing some easy art projects yesterday. They're going to give them to their mom this weekend.
* I get a bit of a break today and tomorrow. My son-in-law is on afternoon shift this week so I don't have to take over with the kids until lunchtime. Up until today that's meant I have them the rest of the day. Today and tomorrow, however, their other grandmother is coming to stay with them once school is over for the day.
* for so many things big and small and the One who is responsible for all of them.
Thank you for the reminder to be thankful. I am so glad you are getting some rest and are spending some cozy time preparing your home for spring. Prayers continue, my friend!
ReplyDeleteYou are held in prayer and in my thoughts. I think you are amazing.
ReplyDeletePrayers will continue for you and your daugher/family. Thanks for this post and the reminder that we all need to count our blessings and be thankful for them. Sending a hug!
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