Thanksgivings

Maybe it's because I made it through a long day, and I'm still feeling sane at the end :). Maybe it's because I could start my morning the way I like it - coffee, quiet, reflective, prayer-filled. Maybe it's because I remember - every so often - to stop and soak in the millions of things I'm thankful for - the countless gifts I've been given, so many of which go unappreciated. But here, in no particular order, are merely ten things that I am thankful for today.

1. No crisis of the day.

2. A family - both under my roof and extended 

that love me (and I love back!!).

3. For personal growth. I am not the same person that I used to be 

(although some fiery spots remain!)

4. A God who redeems.

5. That our car is finally fixed and as of tomorrow

we will no longer have to coordinate Life with Carpool.

6. Life and health and safety.

7. Little ones who keep me laughing (and constantly learning!).

8. Signs of spring. (Although today the windchill was pretty cold :).)

9. My husband's support,

Little M's very witty (constantly running!) commentary throughout the day

and Sweet K's gentle love.

10. That today was a normal kinda day. I like those days.