I am thankful...

Hi.
Don't have much time to write today as I am purging all of the stuff from my basement. Haven't touched it in a year, it is out the door. Many bags already but felt the need to write some of the thoughts that are whirling around my head this morning.

We had a tremendous Thanksgiving. Family got along well and I vowed to be a servant for the day...my mom had cooked the day before so it was more re-heating and cleaning that needed to be done. My kids were great and my brothers played with my son so that helped get all that energy out that an 8 year old has!!!!!

My thoughts this morning....

I am thankful. I am amazed at God's provisions to me. Me.

HE has given me a husband that laughs with me, protects me and loves me...unconditionally.

HE has given me a daughter that is crazy smart. And witty. And artistic. And giving. She is my hero.

HE has given me a son that is athletic and loves to make me laugh! And smile. And think. He keeps me moving everyday!

HE has given me super friends. Yes, HE has weeded out the ones that I thought were going to help me keep my eyes on HIM. And in turn has given me strong, caring, loving ladies. I know that they have my back and have for a very long time. One calls me when our "ESPN" is working, one everyday, one while driving to tennis, one just to say "hi" and another when I come to her mind. I cry and they are there to offer a shoulder. I crack a joke and they laugh. I am hurting, they do too. I fall, and they are there to lift me up.

HE has given me another set of friends that live in my community. He saw me struggling with my neighborhood and He so gently gave my husband and I a group of friends that we can do life with...

HE has given me two incredible churches that I can go and Praise Him. One Big and One Small, each one teaching me lessons that come from His Word.

HE has given US a wonderful home, food on our plates, clothes on our back. The basic needs that make our lives complete.

I am humbled.

I am loved.

I am thankful.