Thankfulness Week 1 (Nov. 1 - 7)

I decided to collect all of the things I'm thankful for each week in a blog post.

Here is week one:

Day 1:

I'm thankful for...
...rest and the ability to recognize when it's most needed.
...understanding friends...and friends that are fine with having a relaxing night in on a Saturday night.
...God's Word and the ability to read and understand it.
...friends celebrating anniversaries and sticking with their marriages, even when things get hard.

Day 2:

I'm thankful for...
...the opportunity to say goodbyes surrounded by loved ones.
...a husband that works hard in everything that he does, and who loves his family with everything he is.
...warm drinks on cold days.
...cold days!
...a new pastor with a fresh vision for our church.
...for the sound of giggles coming from my precious niece.

Day 3:

I'm thankful for...
...warm tea.
...blankets to snuggle up in.
...relaxing days.

Day 4:

I'm thankful for...
...massages when I'm really sore and hurting.
...friends that love Harry Potter as much as I do.
...the fact that it gets dark earlier in the day now.
...shelter and cozy blankets to keep me warm.
...leaves changing colors and for fall weather to officially be here.

Day 5:

I'm thankful for...
...our Bible study group and the fellowship we are able to have with them.
...the opportunity to break bread with others and being able to talk about the importance of being a church that functions like a body.

Day 6:

I'm thankful for...
...quiet and the calm it brings.

Day 7:

I'm thankful for...
...date nights and time spent with my husband.
...my job.


More thankful thoughts coming soon!