“And when I give thanks for the seemingly microscopic, I make a place for God to grow within me.” - Ann Voskamp 1226 - Menchie's date with Kathryn. 1227 - Learning to be a Fun Mama (more on this in another post). 1228 - Snuggles. 1229 - No incidents in a photography session with a big horse! I used to have horses, but working with … [Read more...]
Multitudes (with a dose of bad fashion)
on January 23, 2012
"I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose." Woody Allen 1213 - Kathryn really enjoys her homeschool enrichment classes. 1214 - Finally getting a much-overdue eye exam, and already having improvement in a weird eyelid rash I've had for months! 1215 - Exciting news that my youngest niece is expecting! 1216 - Being … [Read more...]
More Multitudes { 1200 – 1212 }
on January 16, 2012
(MadLibbing; paper doll version of me; Wii dancing) 1201 - A new friendship. 1202 - Nights I don't have to cook -- or plan the meal! 1203 - Getting to know Lindsey's boyfriend better. 1204 - A delightful new oolong tea I've been drinking. 1205 - When Kathryn asks me to read to her. 1206 - Learning to dream big. 1207 - Recent … [Read more...]
Multitudes in the New Year { 1182 – 1200 }
on January 2, 2012
"The game was just to find something to be glad about, no matter what 'twas... you see, when you're hunting for the good things, you sort of forget the other kind." Pollyanna 1182 - Christmas cards in the mail. 1183 - Pinterest. I can't believe I haven't listed that one before! It's so fun! 1184 - Sponsoring another Compassion child: Josphat … [Read more...]
Another Week’s Multitudes { 1168 – 1181 }
on December 19, 2011
Though the past week brought stress and tears, I'm still counting my blessings... 1168 - A houseful of friends for a coffee and dessert get-together. While they were here, I just enjoyed them, rather than trying to get photos of everyone, which is why I have this photo of a mostly empty dessert table. 1169 - A sink full of dirty dishes as … [Read more...]
More December Gifts { 1157 – 1167 }
on December 12, 2011
Once again... counting gifts. 1157 - The smell of pumpkin muffins in the oven. 1158 - How much Kathryn enjoys creative pursuits - like loom-knitting hats! 1159 - Getting classes Kathryn is excited about for next semester's enrichment classes. 1160 - Chatting and catching up with my cousin Jonnia while waiting at the long registration … [Read more...]
Because I Need More Gratitude {1146 – 1156}
on December 5, 2011
I'm having a hard time with a few things in my life right now. As a result, I'm having difficulty focusing on the important things. My quiet times have been half-hearted, and I feel as if my prayers are bouncing off the ceiling. Of course I know they aren't, but I've been feeling somewhat disconnected. When that happens, I know God hasn't gone … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Reflections
on November 28, 2011
We've had a delightful Thanksgiving week. I've been thinking about the importance of traditions, and I've realized that I tend to not want to make a big deal of special occasions because in my mind, it's merely setting us (or maybe just me) up for disappointment. However, with our mixed-up, crazily-blended family, we need those things that … [Read more...]
A Story of Gratitude
on June 3, 2011
On June 1st of 2010, I began counting my "one-thousand gifts." I have now been counting for a full year, posting every week, and I've counted beyond my original goal of 1000. I am by no means stopping the practice of counting my gifts, but I have firmly developed this habit thanks to the accountability of posting them, so this will [likely] be … [Read more...]
Practicing Gratitude {1121 – 1130}
on May 30, 2011
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" ~Philippians 4:4 Or as the Message version says, "Celebrate God all day, every day. I mean, revel in him! ...Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers..." In every situation, we can find reasons to complain -- because, … [Read more...]
