Tuesday SOLSC - 12/3/13 - My 30 Days of Thanks

During November I compiled a list of the things that I am most thankful for.  This thankfulness relates to my OLW for 2013 - GRATEFUL.  Here's my Thankful/Grateful List:

1.  Beauty of the Ozarks
2.  Comfort and safety in our home
3.  A beautiful fall day as we shared fellowship with church members and received forgiveness of our sins.
4.  Family and friends
5.  Rain that feeds the ground, trees, flowers and wildlife.
6.  Our herd of deer who watch us as we watch them.
7.  The Ozark Center of Hope - the individuals, churches and organizations who support the Center and especially for Sandra, our director, who is so caring and supportive of our clients.
8.  My husband who cooks for me, helps me around the house and takes care of all the little things to make my life easier.
9.  Changing of seasons.
10.  My Mom & Dad who taught me about the love of God.
11.  Our veterans - living and deceased.  Our servicemen and women who give of themselves to protect us and others.
12.  Good health.
13.  Our prayer group - a place where we can share our concerns, doubts and needs and knowing that I am in their prayers.
14.  My journey to Guatemala, helping others while I gained so much more than I could ever give.
15.  Talking with friends who live far away.
16.  A good book, or two or three....
17.  Our small group - enjoying dinner and a good discussion about our Bible study.
18.  Raking and mulching leaves - leaving a well manicured yard.
19.  Skyping with Michelle & girls
20.  Sitting in front of a blazing fire enjoying a cup of tea (or glass of wine).
21.  A part time job that I enjoy and working with two great guys.
22.  The gift of music to listen to and sing along with.
23.  Receiving a surprise picture book of our Guatemala journey from my brother.
24.  Sharing a week in Guatemala with my brother.
25.  The warmth of sunshine on a chilly fall day.
26.  A long overdue chat with my daughter
27.  God's love, grace and mercy.
28.  A special day to spend giving thanks and sharing a delicious meal with good friends.
29.  Leftovers from our Thanksgiving meal.
30.  The anticipation of Christmas and the birth of our Lord.

And so much more that I'm thankful for each day.

Comments

  1. JaanaDecember 3, 2013 at 5:24 AM

    Love your list! #27 is close to my heart this morning as I watched big snowflakes fall down for a few minutes and make everything beautiful!

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  2. KayDecember 3, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    It's kind of overwhelming--in the best possible way--to see a list of everything we're grateful for in just on month. I love focusing on thanksgiving through the month of November. I'm trying to carry that spirit forward through the rest of the year as well.

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  3. elsieDecember 3, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    You said it best, we have so much to be thankful for! I'm sure your trip to Guatemala made you more aware of all the blessings we have in our life daily.

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  4. Tara @ A Teaching LifeDecember 3, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Counting your blessings, knowing that you are blessed, and sharing your blessings - and I'm with you on #29.

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  5. writekimwriteDecember 3, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Yes and always #27 where my thankful heart begins. It is a joy to read your thankful list. A simple act of writing it all out reveals your many blessings and reminds me of mine.

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  6. Leigh Anne EckDecember 3, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    What a perfect list. You are certainly blessed. I like that number 25! Sunshine just makes the day so much better!

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  7. Linda BDecember 3, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Happy to see so many good things, Judy. It's snowing here now, & I'm enjoying the evening, listening to good music & reading wonderful posts that make me glad I'm here. Thank you!

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