A day of Thankfulness

I know most people are doing a daily list of all the things their thankful for, and honestly there may be some days where I join in, just not on a consistent basis will I remember to do it. However today was different, today was a day full of times I said, “thank you God!”
           The first came this morning as I dropped all the kids off at school and had time, 1 on 1 with Nolan. He’s getting to the age where he loves to play and interact. He laughs and makes the BEST faces ever. I’m so thankful for time with him.
           Second time I was thankful came when Joel and I went to Ty’s conference today and his teacher Mrs. Akers told us what an awesome job Ty is doing! That makes three kids in school who all got outstanding reports. I’m so thankful for Ty and his outstanding efforts in school (Nevaeh and Connor’s too).

The third time I was thankful today came when I was driving to the bank and grocery store. I saw a man standing on the corner of the gas station with a cardboard sign and a gas can in hand. He obviously needed gas so I pulled into the gas station, waved him over and allowed him to fill his gas can up. I offered him a cup of coffee and sent him on his way. I’m so thankful for a husband who works hard to provide and that we have resources to get gas when we need it.

The night ended with me feeling the most thankful. I was blessed to attend my circle of mom’s meeting (great group of moms who meet monthly-if you’re interested, let me know and I’ll get you the info!). Anyhow, at my table tonight, as I sat and talked to the other moms, I discovered one mom was the mother of a child with a severe peanut allergy. We talked about the difficulties and fears that come along with a child in public schools and such severe allergies. The mom across the table kept getting interrupted by her son who later I would find out had severe diabetes and needed to have insulin and blood sugar taken/given regularly. We talked about how scary it is trusting others to care for the medical needs of our children while they are at school or other places. The mom to my right was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. She is now waiting to hear from the doctor as to radiation/treatment etc. We surrounded her tonight, laying hands on her and praying asking our heavenly father to heal our sister/friend. I’m so thankful for the health of my family. I am blessed beyond blessed to have four amazing and healthy children and that I’m healthy-other than the occasional donut overload.

            So many times today I’ve been thankful for all God has blessed me with. Anyone reading this blog has equally as many things to be thankful for, if not more. It’s how you look at life and your surroundings that show it. Find the things in your life that you are thankful for and make sure to tell them!