Today I am so thankful for my bestie! We share so many similarites but are also so different. I'm open and immodest while she's more private and modest. I'm often loud and outgoing while she's often quiet and reserved. But we're both givers and love Jesus passionately. We both have a heart for hurting people and try our hardest to be wonderful wives and moms. We are both deep thinkers, which sometimes gets us into trouble as we think deeper about some situations than we need to. :-)
We spur one another on, smack the other in the face with gentle honesty, and listen to each other with a loving passion for the other's opinions and desires.
I am so blessed to have this amazing woman in my life and thank God everyday for bringing us together! I love you, Danielle!
Showing posts with label Thankful. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Thankful. Show all posts
November 4, 2012
November 1, 2012
30 Days of Thanksgiving
Today starts the wonderful month of November. Fall leaves, brisk weather, turkey. Wow! I can't believe that we are already entering another November! This month is, of course, a great time to remember our many blessings in life. I will be posting each day of November with a short blurb about something I am thankful for.
Today, I am so very thankful for good health. I attended our annual Alzheimer's Association conference today and it made me realize how blessed we are to still have our memories intact, our bodies in fairly good working order, and all of our senses working properly! Thank you God for blessing my family with good health.
Today, I am so very thankful for good health. I attended our annual Alzheimer's Association conference today and it made me realize how blessed we are to still have our memories intact, our bodies in fairly good working order, and all of our senses working properly! Thank you God for blessing my family with good health.
July 21, 2012
My Gratitude List (In No Particular Order...)
Travis, Small Towns, Pinterest, Eye Sight, Dave Ramsey, Cell Phones, Lucas, Big Hugs, Mom, Books, Soft Blankets, My House, Jesus Christ, My Boss, My Church, Danielle, Shoes, Dogs, Cars, The Sun, Lungs to Breathe, Coffee, Smiles, Ashley, Music, Rain, Air Conditioner, Toothbrush, Nail Clippers, Laughter, Famous Daves, Roads, Calculators, Community, Memories, Safety, Freedom, Scrapping, Wisdom, Warm Showers, Health, Deodorant, Encouragment, Spring Flowers, LOVE
November 22, 2011
Favorite Holiday Family Traditions
With the Holidays quickly approaching, I have been reflecting on the traditions that I have shared with my family and look forward to starting new ones and continuing some on with Lucas.
One tradition that I looked forward to deeply as a youngster and even into my teenage and college years was that of decorating for Christmas. On the day after Thanksgiving, Mom and I would break out the totes and boxes labeled 'Christmas' and dig out layers and layers of house decorations, our stockings, and the tree. We would decorate the house all day, making it come alive with green and red. In the evening, we would make some hot cocoa and turn on Christmas music. Mom would lay out the ornaments on the table, while my job was to hang them on the tree. Each year, we would reminisce about where each ornament came from as though I had no idea. And we would laugh at the picture of me with Santa that we have kept to put on the tree. I will never forget this memory and how I felt during these moments preparing for Christmas. I plan to continue this tradition on with my own family, and I hope that Mom will want to share in this tradition with us. The joy that occurs on this special night is rare and lasts a long time.
Another tradition that our family has is that of giving Christmas ornaments. Each year, us cousins would all receive an ornament from Grandma Sharon, based on what we had done that year. For many years of my childhood, my ornament was affiliated with basketball, volleyball, or softball. The year that I started college, Grandma gave me an ornament with books and a graduation cap. The year I shot a deer, I got a shotgun shell ornament. I still don't know how she found some of those perfect ornaments. I still have each of those ornaments and cherish them dearly. And I still look forward to receiving an ornament each year. I hope that Lucas looks forward to Grandma's ornament as much as I did growing up. It makes me sad to think that one day, hopefully really far down the road, Grandma will not be around to share this tradition with us. For now, though, I will be thankful that we are so blessed to have so many wonderful grandparents and family members to share our traditions with.
One tradition that I looked forward to deeply as a youngster and even into my teenage and college years was that of decorating for Christmas. On the day after Thanksgiving, Mom and I would break out the totes and boxes labeled 'Christmas' and dig out layers and layers of house decorations, our stockings, and the tree. We would decorate the house all day, making it come alive with green and red. In the evening, we would make some hot cocoa and turn on Christmas music. Mom would lay out the ornaments on the table, while my job was to hang them on the tree. Each year, we would reminisce about where each ornament came from as though I had no idea. And we would laugh at the picture of me with Santa that we have kept to put on the tree. I will never forget this memory and how I felt during these moments preparing for Christmas. I plan to continue this tradition on with my own family, and I hope that Mom will want to share in this tradition with us. The joy that occurs on this special night is rare and lasts a long time. 
Another tradition that our family has is that of giving Christmas ornaments. Each year, us cousins would all receive an ornament from Grandma Sharon, based on what we had done that year. For many years of my childhood, my ornament was affiliated with basketball, volleyball, or softball. The year that I started college, Grandma gave me an ornament with books and a graduation cap. The year I shot a deer, I got a shotgun shell ornament. I still don't know how she found some of those perfect ornaments. I still have each of those ornaments and cherish them dearly. And I still look forward to receiving an ornament each year. I hope that Lucas looks forward to Grandma's ornament as much as I did growing up. It makes me sad to think that one day, hopefully really far down the road, Grandma will not be around to share this tradition with us. For now, though, I will be thankful that we are so blessed to have so many wonderful grandparents and family members to share our traditions with.
November 8, 2011
10 Reasons I'm Thankful
10. Although they can be a pain at times, having a pet is a great pleasure. I know that Daisy will never tell my secrets, will cuddle with me when I'm upset, and will love me even when I am not deserving. I am thankful for all of the wonderful co-explorers, best buds, dreamers, and cuddle buddies that I have had over the years, especially our Daisy Girl.
9. I am thankful for free speech. I am able to read, write, and talk about issues that people in some other countries are not able to. I thank God for making our great nation one that allows freedom of speech and individualism.
8. I have the opportunity to learn in a school setting. Years ago, women may not have had this chance and I am grateful for my education.
7. My hearing may not be the best, but I am able to hear my loved ones voices and the encouraging music that uplifts my soul.
6. Although I had a rough childhood, it shaped me into the woman I am today. I would not take back having an alcoholic father, seeing drug abuse first-hand, or witnessing violence in my home. I am now able to relate to and be an example for young people who are also facing these issues. I am thankful that God granted me these experiences in order to accomplish His work now.
5. I have my health- a properly beating heart, hands that work well, a brain that is analytical, and legs that move efficiently.
4. Despite being strapped for cash at times, we have a roof over our heads, food on our table, a warm bed to fall into at night, vehicles to drive, jobs to go to, running water in our home, and many other items that some would consider 'luxuries." I am thankful that we are blessed in such ways.
3. My family may be overwhelming and critical at times, but I am so grateful for their encouragement, love, and support. My family attended just about every game, concert, and event that I ever participated in, cheering me on despite all odds. And they continue to be by my side every step of the way and make me proud to be a part of my family. I am also thankful that I have a healthy baby boy to guide and protect.
2. God gave me a loving man to protect, direct, encourage, and love me. He loves me, his son, his family, and his community. I am thankful that I was given Travis to be my life partner!
1. I am saved. Ephesians 2:8 says "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God." I am so thankful that I will spend eternity with my Maker, Savior, Best Friend, Counselor, Father, and Lord.
9. I am thankful for free speech. I am able to read, write, and talk about issues that people in some other countries are not able to. I thank God for making our great nation one that allows freedom of speech and individualism.
8. I have the opportunity to learn in a school setting. Years ago, women may not have had this chance and I am grateful for my education.
7. My hearing may not be the best, but I am able to hear my loved ones voices and the encouraging music that uplifts my soul.
6. Although I had a rough childhood, it shaped me into the woman I am today. I would not take back having an alcoholic father, seeing drug abuse first-hand, or witnessing violence in my home. I am now able to relate to and be an example for young people who are also facing these issues. I am thankful that God granted me these experiences in order to accomplish His work now.
5. I have my health- a properly beating heart, hands that work well, a brain that is analytical, and legs that move efficiently.
4. Despite being strapped for cash at times, we have a roof over our heads, food on our table, a warm bed to fall into at night, vehicles to drive, jobs to go to, running water in our home, and many other items that some would consider 'luxuries." I am thankful that we are blessed in such ways.
3. My family may be overwhelming and critical at times, but I am so grateful for their encouragement, love, and support. My family attended just about every game, concert, and event that I ever participated in, cheering me on despite all odds. And they continue to be by my side every step of the way and make me proud to be a part of my family. I am also thankful that I have a healthy baby boy to guide and protect.
2. God gave me a loving man to protect, direct, encourage, and love me. He loves me, his son, his family, and his community. I am thankful that I was given Travis to be my life partner!
1. I am saved. Ephesians 2:8 says "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God." I am so thankful that I will spend eternity with my Maker, Savior, Best Friend, Counselor, Father, and Lord.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)