Wind & Fire MC: November 2008

As November rolls around I always make an effort for people to somehow express thankfulness in their lives. This is my thankful list that is constantly being added to.

The pop of mason jars opening up goodness, New mercies every morning, Country stilled in first light, brushed with frost, Songs that bring hope, The children running across the yard, Magazines, Warm covers, Emotions, Raindrops pattering on window panes, Wise words, A good meal shared with friends, Babies, The children wrapped up in home made blankets, Simple gifts of kindness, A good pair of jeans, Sunday worship, The way His hope swirls through my day, Memories of my Grandmother, Warm Biscuits, Songs, Music that God uses to speak to me, Seeing friends and playing games, Peaceful moments, Beautiful, colorful leaves blowing in the wind, Reminders that change is always taking place, I'm in better hands, Lessons learned, Running fingers through little ones hair, The moon, it looked amazing last night, A daughter, Two sons, So thankful that God works all things together for the good, Dancing, Joy-- sweet, full-bodied, deeply quenching joy, Making new friends, Freedom that come from letting go of some things, Having laughter in the midst of a storm, A mom who made it possible to go to Colombia, Forever being changed, Seeing the faces of my children, Holding them in my arms, Believing God will continue to use me despite what man says, Music....that express how my heart feels, Philippians 4:8, Isaiah 55:8, For deep crying out to deep, perspective, kind friends who send love, wrapped up with words and a postage stamp, riding with the windows down, drawers of matched socks, my child experiencing the supernatural touch of God, Pews filled with heads of white, and grey, and life long lived, new music, sharing pictures with someone who was there too, revisiting that time together, catching up with old friends, the stars, dimples in little elbows, my prayer group, the friends in my peapod, time, photographs to record life stories, watching older couples hold hands at the park, a new dress, being able to admit that I was wrong, books, loving so much that it brings tears to my eyes, Purpose: “Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.”(1 John 3:18),Exhortations: “Encourage one another and build each other up”(1 Thess. 5:11), The fragrance of the lavender growing in my backyard, Breezes blowing my long strands of hair, Park sand between little toes, “This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls” (Heb. 6:19),

A son who speaks with such love and compassion, Soft mattress, pile of pillows, My trustworthy pink bible, Family Naps, The creak of the bedroom door, leading little ones to crawl into my bed, Music, Boys with hammers, nails and dreams, Can one say it too often? GRACE, Puffy white clouds, My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. (PHILIPPIANS 4:19 ), Sun’s warm rays melting the world....drip, drip, drip, Friends, A little girl who likes to snuggle, For people who put faith in the work He has begun, Picking up the phone and hearing the voice of a loved one, Listening to dreams of young persons, The feel of worn denim, Sitting with Scripture as the sun comes up... a new day to live in the light of His Glory, Rows of little girl dresses hung in straight lines, Unexpected affirmations---God’s humbling mercy, Treasured letters, Painting little toes, Miracles, Coffee, Little boy rain boots, Laughter, Friends who are fine when you serve them grilled cheese, A car full of kids singing, Fleece tops, The smell of fall, The fuzzy warmth of a scarf wrapped close, cards, poetry, words of expression, boys who were once babies playing hockey and high fiving each other, the pop of corn kernels, warming in the microwave, having my son call me his sweet angel, reading old letters, sent of candles, new shoes, shopping for gifts, Jesus, sharpened pencils, clean sinks, clouds that seem to take shape into something familiar, My home, Soft socks, Oh how I love my camera, Freedom to worship, Sounds of almost nothing, Garlic, peaceful nights, saved lives, healthy food that makes you feel good, bubbles for bath time, that God always provides a way, Blue sky shining through the fog, Dreams, Rock & Roll, warm fire, fat bellied puppies, smell of the ocean, a smile, mexican food, fleece socks, little pumpkins, blackberry pie, dark chocolate, dancing with friends, hula hoops, organ donors, old ivy covered houses, barns, fresh from the oven cookies, children's art, knitting, over coming, tattoos, lip gloss, country music, honesty, lady bugs, God's unexplainable peace, the smell of baking bread, candle light, flip flops, natural hot springs, Friends who hear from God, Sharing moments with someone special, Helping those in need, back rubs, swimming, little pigtails, little "pig" tails, young boys who are proud of themselves, listening friends, paintings, loving touch, smooching my kiddos, driving fast, reading to my kids, cell phone ring tones, Roller coasters, Strong hands, the softness of a horses nose, Teaching children, leading by example, folded laundry, home made gifts, getting a good deal, knowing the glass is half full, rainbows, healthy children, Hope, a cup of tea, laptop computers, Pomegranate juice, People who are genuine, Bright vibrant colors, summer concerts, a blank canvas, teachers, laughing so hard that my tummy hurts, the gift of gab, veggie wraps, chubby baby thighs, Jesus being my example, beauty, for the word plethora, Psalms 91, being a stay at home mom, people who believe in me, rocking chairs, Pepsi in a glass bottle, The Cross - John 3:16, Mexico, watching my son put on a concert, funny tee shirts, for those who serve to protect us, leaves blowing in the wind, sweet old people, wrinkled faces, eyes that show love when no words need to be spoken, stormy nights, my car, hot pink things, finding art in uncommon places, the internet super highway, great recipes, far away friends, free time, sleeping in, the sound of children using their imaginations, watching people pull together for a good cause, fancy dishes, bff's, recycling, the truth, creativity at work in my mind, having the words to bring encouragement to someone, Sun shine after the rain, crafting, writing, finding forgotten money, favors, 3 special teenage girls, funny bumper stickers, motorcycles and someone to take me for a ride. time to pray, having my physical needs met each and every day, food, water, clothes, money, knowing I am not alone, knowing He will never leave my side, Work to do, a family to love, a God to serve...........

Gratitude is... the leading edge of joy. It happens when the big reality hits you.

It is all gift. Every single molecule, every smile, every taste of sunshine is gift.

Feel free to add yours below in the comment section, sorry if this is too sappy for you hard core bikers :)