Gratitude

More things to be thankful for:

12. Three year old enjoying playing with dolls and making up a story as she goes along.
13. Six year old who cleaned the van.
14. Eight year old who mowed most of the front yard.
15. Window air conditioners.
16. Good books to read.
17. Grocery specials that are honored at competitor's stores.
18. Cold water
19. Mechanical pencils.
20. Encouragement from other moms in the trenches.
21. Prayer for loved ones.
22. Bills to pay.
23. This song: Blessing by Laura Story.

Gratitude List

There is so much to be thankful for that I often take for granted. This is just a little place for me to write down what I am thankful for and a place to refer to when I need to be reminded of gratitude.

1. My Savior, Jesus Christ
2. My family, immediate and extended
3. Sunshine on a cold day.
4. My sweetheart who I kiss before he leaves for work so that he will be extra safe!
5. Autumn in Iowa.

Photo from WeatherUnderground

6. Falling leaves that need to be raked (unless wind blows them to the next county).
7. Snow that reminds me that though my sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow (Isaiah 1:18)
8. Laughter of little baby girl (Abigail, this time).
9. Talkative 3-year old girl sharing her cookie.
10. Brothers building with Legos together.
11. Lovable mutt name Hallelujah.