A Grateful Heart

It's the time of year when people like to take some time to reflect on all that God has blessed them with. I
 would like to share some of the things that I really and truly am thankful for. These are not really in any order just thoughts as they came to mind...

• My husband. He is a wonderful, thoughtful, loving, caring man. I respect him for his hard work to provide for us. I'm thankful that he enjoys spending time with his family, both immediate and extended. I love when he reads The Word to us and when we discuss biblical topics talked about in church, Sunday school, or on the radio. And those are just a few things...
• My daughter. She brings us such joy! I love her many, many smiles! :) Her happy "talking" is so much fun. I love to snuggle with her, and watching her get excited about things is great. It's fun to watch her grow and learn. I'm glad for her happiness and contentment. It's hard to imagine life without her now. 
• Being able to stay at home. I'm so grateful that I don't have to work and that I can be at home with our beautiful Gracie. I'm thankful that me staying home is a priority for Ryan too.
• My Savior. Christ has loved and chosen me. He came to save me and give me eternal life. He has made me right before the perfect Judge. He has given me the Holy Spirit to be working in me and molding me to be more Christ-like. I'm thankful for the greater understanding I have of Christmas, God's deep love for His children, and of salvation since I've had Grace.
• Family. A family who loves God and each other much. Who can laugh and cry together.
• Friends. Who care and are there. Who can rejoice with each other. Who can laugh together and pray for each other. 
• Music, cookies, sunshine, and yummy food.
• Our home. That is cute, small, nice, comfortable, affordable, and close to family. 
• Godly people. Whose thoughts I respect because of the wisdom God has given them. 
• The internet. To keep in touch with family and friends who are far away. 
• Pictures. That bring back happy memories and make me smile. 
• Quiet days at home. Yes, I like to go out and about, but sometimes it's nice to just be quiet at home with no major plans.
• Unexpected, surprise gifts or thoughts. 
• Prayer. That we can ask and thank God. 
• Letters. The old-fashioned, hand-written, snail mail kind. 
• Brown paper packages tied up with string. Okay, they don't normally come that way, but it's fun to find packages on your doorstep.

Not an extensive list, but a few things I'm glad for...