Thank You Lord

...for the food we have to eat. (Even if it does get on the dog at times. Ahem.)

...for frilly swimsuits and the promise of warmer weather around the bend (I hope!)

...for the bookUnglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw Emotions which I just finished reading.  All glory to You God for imperfect progress!

...for my hardworking husband who spoils me so.

...for toddlers who put words together.  Those first sentences are such a welcome and fun surprise when they happen!

...for my friend Joanna and her ideas.  Just the other day, Ana told me that she would like to try to make this doll bed.  That's perfect because I never know what to do with those clementine crates!

...for so many wonderful readers who visit, share, and bring joy to my heart each week.  This growing community is a wonderful place to be.

...for new ideas- now just to get DOING.

...for so many blessings to be thankful for.  I love telling you the list when I'm feeling sorry for myself.

...for my friend Hannah and her beautiful encouragement.

...for your Son who we celebrate every day.  It's fun to share the joy of the Passover, the Cross, and the Resurrection with the girls.

Oh, death, where is your sting?

Oh, hell, where is your victory?

Oh, Church, come stand in the light!

Our God is not dead

Hes alive, He's alive!

Reader, what are you thankful for today?

Thank You Lord

...for the #mygreenbaby twitter party!  It was a pleasant distraction.

...for less of me and more of you.

...for late night laughs and playingJeopardywith the hubby.

...for babies sleeping in the highchair.

...for my friends' adorable new puppy.

...for inspiration from this site.  I wonder if I should try covering my chandelier with book pages?

...for fresh sheets.

...for healthy girls.  I pray Lord, that you would keep them from the flu. Lord, please help this to be a mild flu.

...for my church.  Lord, you have spoken and continue to speak to me in that place.

...for our children's self serve snack station.  I love saving time!

...for my girl's first self-made tea party!  I'm looking forward to many more in the future!

...for waking up to a snow-covered landscape. (I hope!)

Reader, what are you thankful for today?

Thank You Lord

...for busy days.  They can be fun when you are actually accomplishing something!

...for trying tiny violins.  I hope we have one in our home very soon!

...for my hardworking husband.  What would we do without his serious dedication to this family.

...for new students and meeting new families. I love seeing their delight at learning music.

...for one happy year with my nephew, Bryce.  Happy Birthday Brycie Boy!

...for a good friend who scored me some lower organic prices today! 

...for celebrating my mom's birthday at Phipps with my mom and Aunt.  Being there twice in a month was a rare treat!

...for our health and an amazing outlook for 2013!

Reader, what are you thankful for today?

Thank You Lord

...for a new year filled with new possibilities.

...for ringing in the New Year with good friends.

...for the beautiful winter wonderland of snow outside our door.

...for new snowsuits, new snow boots, and even newly handmade winter wear!  My girls are set for this season.

...for spending time with family before going back to the normal routine.

...for God's word and time spent studying it with my husband.

...for it being time to pack up the Christmas things.  I loved them while they were out, but it's time!

...for the success of Eco Kids.  I've loved seeing all of the reader's great ideas!  It's nice to builda community.

...for my church. 

...for the way You reveal yourself in creation.

...for so many new students starting in my studio this month.  Music is truly a gift from you Lord, and I am honored to be able to share it.

...for the workshop I'm signing up for this summer. Thank you for the chance to learn more about music pedagogy.  Plus, the audition that comes after gives me the chance to reconnect with my teacher.  I know that I still have so much to learn from her.

...for (on today, his birthday) 28 wonderful years of memories of my grandpap.

...for babies hugging right before my eyes as I type this... {squeal} So cute!

...for first steps and first birthdays for my nephew.

...for Jesus Culture music.  I can't get enough.

..for getting organized and the new self-serve snack area.

But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.  Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses.

~1 Timothy 6:11-12

Reader, what are you thankful for today?


 
 

Thank You Lord

...for a day at home with my girls to clean, organize, and relax.

...for time with family and so many generous gifts given to our family.

...for an absolutely wonderful first Christmas in our new home!

...for time cozied up in bed to read.  I've been loving the Christian novel First Dawn that my mom lent me.

...for progress on my first hand-knit set of legwarmers for Addie.

...for celebrating the birth of our Lord.

..for learning to use the new camera's self timer!

...for the exciting time of teaching several new students music starting next month.

...for a huge reduction in waste created by my family this Christmas.

...for my husband and time I got to spend with him on our 7th anniversary at Phipp's Conservatory.  I'm excited to go back later this month with my mom too!

...for two new Stainless Steel Flip Straw Bottles.  I'm glad to recycle some of the old faded plastic ones!

...for this space and the lovely readers.  I pray that each family was blessed this Christmas!

Reader, what are you thankful for today?

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Thank You Lord

 

...for snuggle time with my two precious girls.  Each moment with them is precious, and this feels especially true after the tragedy this week.  Lord, although I normally don't ask anything of you during this time, I do ask that you would touch those affected and bring them peace in the midst of this horrible storm.  I pray that despite being devastated and brokenhearted that they would turn to You.  I pray that they would know that their sweet little ones are rejoicing now to be with You even though no one here was ready to say goodbye.

...for those in public service who keep us safe and who put themselves in danger to protect us. 

...for chubby baby smiles.

...for the prospect of having some time with friends this week.

...for Ana's adorable creativity.  Somehow she turns sensory play into dramatic play every time.  I don't even mind my landing being decorated as a fancy Christmas stage. Even the tree was decorated with ribbon and fanciness.

...for thirty great years of this life as of today.  They would all mean nothing without you Lord.  You make every moment worthwhile.

...for the chance to sing for Your glory tonight.

...for a super success on the craft project I made for a friend this week. (Readers, I'll share it with you after Christmas).

...for the hope of eternity with You.  It's amazing that I will get to spend forever and ever giving You the glory You deserve.

...for the hardest working husband ever.  I'm truly blessed to have such an amazingly dedicated man.  It's amazing that this weekend we will celebrate seven amazing years of marriage.

...for many new students to share my love of music with starting next month!

...for a plate of homemade cookies.

...for family, friends, and community.

..for the gift of faith, and for the gift of Your Son sent as a baby.

Longing for a Savior

A hopeless world would wait

Sin demanded justice

A price we could not pay

But God displayed his mercy

The greatest gift of love

When we could not reach heaven

Heaven Came to us

From Shout Praises Kids



Reader, What Are You Thankful for Today?

Thank You Lord

...for my husband who works so hard to provide for us.

...for the delicious stuffed cabbage soup from the freezer that we ate for dinner last night.  It was great to have some of those late summer veggies again with a loaf of homemade bread.

...for my renewed love of knitting.  It has been relaxing and fun addition to my normally busy days.

...for a new year on the horizon!  I love the thought of leaving this year far behind.

...for my upcoming anniversary.  I can't wait to see what my husband has planned.  Last year's trip to Phipp's Conservatory was amazing, and I hope we go back or to somewhere equally fun this year.

...for the first Christmas in two years that we can spend with only family!  It has been refreshing to have a much needed break from foster parenting.

...for my girls being healthy and happy.  Who wouldn't be thankful for their adorable smiles and sweet words.  Maybe I'm biased, but I think I have the best girls in the whole world.

...for a new baby cousin!  I hope we get to hold her and snuggle her soon.

...for Christmas music appearing at the piano, and for actually having time to play.  I love it!

...for some dinner ideas from a friend.  I can't wait to try them!

...for a successful first dance show for Ana.  The Nutcracker was beautiful, and I loved that she was the little diva who kept twirling to show off all of those beautiful pin curls that mommy made.

...for your word God and for being able to come to you in prayer.

Reader, what are you thankful for today?

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Thank You Lord

...for baby eyelashes.

...for the Doctor ordering the baby to eat ice cream!

...for my first e-magazine article in The Rhythm of the Home.

...for my husband buying me my dream Camera this past weekend.





...for being almost all decorated inside for Christmas.

...for Christ coming to Earth as a baby.  There's nothing more humble and lovely.

...for spending more time outside and being inspired by your amazing creation. 

...for the ministry that my church is doing in El Salvador for children who won't otherwise receive a Christmas present. 

...for my newest music purchase- Your Love Never Fails.  I'm loving "You Won't Relent."
 




...for the hope that you offer!