Wordful Wednesday: I’m Thankful

By | November 23, 2011

Oh there is so much to be thankful for. Where to begin? Bing Crosby had it right when he said to count your blessings instead of sheep. I have to say–it works.

I used to journal all the time. Now, handwriting is a difficult task. But there is something special about recording an event by hand–at least I think so. I like to look over my old pages, see my ever-evolving handwriting, and listen to the voice of the old me.

So, this month I started a new journal. I haven’t written in it everyday–but I should. It’s only a few lines a day, and it goes something like this:

“I can do this again tomorrow because today ___________________.”

The gist of it is to find a blessing, something I’m thankful for that will keep me going. Maybe that sounds a bit morbid or pessimistic…I don’t know. I think that no matter what walk you are in in life, there are hard things.

This year has been particularly hard for me. I’ve wanted to just pull the covers over my head on numerous mornings. Sometimes I did.

But when I find something–a moment, a smile, a word to be thankful for I feel like I can do it. I can get up again, pull off the covers, and be the wife and mom that God wants me to be.

Thanksgiving is such a great time because we all stop and reflect on those blessings that spur us forward. Here are a few of the many blessings in my life:

1. I have people that love me and need me like no else. I am the go-to source for everything to be alright in their world. What an honor.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

2. I have a husband who listens. He listens to me, and he listens to his kids.

3. I live in a place where nature is incredible. Seriously, a short walk outside my apartment and I’m in a postcard.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

4. I have friends and family that I can call at any second of any day–and they will answer.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

5. I get to see my kids love each other…I also see them try to kill each other, but we’re focusing on the good right now.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

6. I have a compassionate toddler. On my worst days she is the biggest encouragement with, “What hurts you, Mama? Should we go to the doctor? Here, let me kiss it.”

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

7. I live in a place where my kids get to play with other kids–every day.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

8. I have wonderful family.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

9. I get to kiss these people every day.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

10. Jesus loves me.

Wordful Wednesday: I'm Thankful

8 thoughts on “Wordful Wednesday: I’m Thankful

  1. hilljean

    Beautifully put…thanks for the good cry this morning! ????

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  2. hilljean

    It is a beautiful thing to see God work in and through you. I love you and love that I’ve been able to be such an intimate part of your life. I’m thankful for you!

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  3. hilljean

    Hill!!! I love you so much! You are such an amazing woman. I admire your tender heart and the strength you have. I am so thankful for you!

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  4. hilljean

    First, I have been anxiously awaiting a blog from you (only because your my favorite blogger). With that said this is my favorite blog so far! Love you. I am so thankful for you! And you can bet your bottom dollar you made me cry. ???? Can’t wait to see you this weekend!

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  5. hilljean

    This made me smile. It is a wonderful thing to be able to count your blessings, even when the going has been rough. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

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  6. hilljean

    This is seriously one of the cutest posts I’ve seen on a blog… EVER! I love it! ????

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