A few mornings ago, I read this:
"I want all your moments to be punctuated with thanksgiving."
I have not been able to escape from this statement. I am a very busy mom. I am always running, always planning, always striving. I am always doing something, but very rarely is that something taking the time to be thankful. Yet, this is what He desires.
Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-8
I make lists - lots and lots of lists. I make grocery lists, to-do lists, reading lists, lists of creative ideas, lists of school projects to try, lists of new recipes, lists of music to buy. When I have run out of things to put on my lists, I make lists for everyone in our family. I like to make lists.
Today, I am starting a new list; My Gratitude List.
cornflakes with bananas and Jesus Calling
holding my husband's hand
the mocking bird that sings outside my window, even before sunrise (there has to be a lesson in that somewhere)
brushing Bailey's long, black hair
purple salvia transplanted from my grandmother's garden
bike rides around the neighborhood on a pretty, pink bicycle
blank canvases
my neighbor's cat, Tom, who stops by for a daily visit
teaching my children at home
before and after photos (yes, the remodeling is slow, but so worth it)
mud on Zacky's bare feet
daily phone calls from Mom and Dad
egg drop soup
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