I have had the book 1,000 gifts (by Ann VosKamp) rolling around in my head and heart for some time now. This morning as I ran, it really resonated with me. I have a choice every day, to be thankful and joy-filled or not to. I Choose Joy! It is not possible to have feelings of joy and gratitude at the same time feeling discontentment. One way to keep the feeling of joy is to journal all the things we are thankful for on a daily (even minute by minute) basis. I am going to attempt to work my way to 1,000 gifts.
1. Crisp early morning runs.
2. Ponds that look like a giant mirror, reflecting Gods beauty.
3. Christmas lights to guide my run.
4. Snuggling under the down comforter with my boys in the early morning hours.
5. Crumb-free floors.
6. Warm winter days when we can still ride our bike to the park.
7. The surprise of my husband coming home from work early!
8. Our middle sons natural scent as he snuggles in with me for a hug and kiss.
9. Piano music filling the house first thing in the morning.
10. Our youngest fulfilled "flute" music.
11. The dogs happy dance as she sees you coming.
12. Memory work on Character Qualities recited and put into action by our oldest.
13. The chance to build the Great Wall of China out of FloraCraft Styrofoam with our 1st grader. I love homeschooling!
14. The happy sounds of tent builders in the next room.
15.The generosity of those supporting mission work.
How has God blessed you today?
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