Thankful

It has been such a busy week – Keith has been up into the early morning hours the last two nights working on the computer, and I’m missing him. This is Keith’s “week off”, but so far it has been more stressful than usual. We haven’t had much time together, which makes me even more hesitant to send him across the globe in a week and a half. Koen has been a bit more demanding and grumpy lately as well. So, we’re all a little on edge.

And, tomorrow is Thanksgiving. I haven’t been focusing on what I’m thankful for much, so I decided to sit down and focus a little – and you get to see the fruits of my journaling.

I am thankful for (in no particular order):

Salvation through Jesus Christ
God’s grace to get me through
My husband – loving, faithful, and fun to be with
Koen – he brings me so much joy
My mom – for all the babysitting, care, support, encouragement, and her perseverance
My sister- that she is doing so well, loving her job, and is fun to be around
Keith’s family – for being so supportive of us, and for sharing our love for Koen
My dad – he’s done everything to provide for us
Our care group – so many great friends that we love like family
Our home – it is home and I love to be here
Hope – that though times are hard now, God has given me hope and a future
Adoption – God adopted me as His child, and now we get to adopt a child of our own
Provision – God has always met our financial needs, even when we worry
Harley Bub (Cat) – So soft and sweet, I love his loud purr and early morning snuggles
Luby Cakes (Cat)– A good companion, she keeps me warm at night, and is so good with Koen
Luby and Koen (11 mo here)
Our supporters – so many faithful people giving to our ministry
Holy Spirit- that we aren’t left alone with such a huge task
That I know my Grandma Beth and Father-In-Law Bill are in Heaven with their Savior
Adoption Blogs – I love to read the amazing stories and see the adorable pictures
Health – we have minor issues, but we are going strong
Food – I love to eat
Great Friends – our care group, people in our church, our neighbors, friends in Oregon, school and swimming friends….. we do feel so loved
Our pellet stove – so cold without it!
Coaching – it’s a pleasure to be in the girls’ lives and see them develop
Sunshine – today was beautiful and we got to go to a park and feed the ducks
My Grammi – she’s still ticking and still shows so much love for me at 91
Secret Santas- who surprise us by covering pizza, etc costs for us
Great Bargains – love my children’s consignment shop
My mantle – Keith finally put it up on Sunday. It’s not done, but I’m thankful it’s there
Our president – for his faithful leadership and endurance
Microwaves, dishwashers, vacuums….everything that helps make keeping house easier
Hugs – Koen has really mastered this lately, and I love them
Our church – supportive, welcoming, encouraging, challenging
Email – so easy to keep in touch with loved ones
Our Troops- for the men and women risking their lives to protect us and others
Our Trials – I don’t feel it, but by faith I am thankful, knowing God will use them for good

I hope and pray you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. God bless you.