I've Had Better

Weekends, that is. Wow what a stinker this last one was. But you know, with all the stress I have had lately, the one thing I get comfort from the most is remembering to praise God for everything through the good and the bad. He never changes and He is always there. I just hand over everything to Him and He handles it. I don't have to do anything but follow His lead. This time of year it is so important to really look at and see the abundant gifts that have been given to us. God is good all the time. I was fortunate enough to be born in the USA. I have a wonderful family and the greatest friends anyone could ask for. I have been given so many opportunities to do something good for God and that is a blessing. I have a nice home with heat and air and nice decorations. My yard is full of beautiful trees and birds and a calming creek. I have 3 great kitties who always know when I need that extra love from them and they make me laugh. I have a husband and 2 little girls who all love me and are healthy. We never want for anything- food, warmth, clothing. I could list on and on for days and not count everything. We truly have it all. So, no matter what else happens, for these things and more I am thankful. On a lighter note, Emmaline had her Thanksgiving program today and it was really cute. She had on a turkey hat and an Indian vest and a big necklace made of dry pasta and beads. The class sang silly songs about Turkeys and Thanksgiving and it was adorable. Of course, getting her to eat at their Thanksgiving dinner for the class was a challenge as always. It takes her an hour to eat one bite of anything. Annelise's program is tommorrow, but I know I won't have a problem getting her to eat.... I just hope they have enough for the rest of the kids there! She has been the sweetest thing, lately. Telling me how she will love me forever and how she doesn't ever want to live without me. She has been really good for the past few days. (Just one more thing I have to be grateful for.) Many wishes to everybody for a happy Thanksgiving. I hope everyone else sees the gifts in their lives as well.