A Time to Be Thankful

This post was going to start with all the things I don't have and want, but I have changed my mind and have decided to remind myself of all the things I am Thankful for.

GOD

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

The verse I live by. My God loves me and I can seek his counsel at any time. He fulfills my life & my heart like no other can. He has a plan for my life, which at times I tend to wonder about, but know that only He has my best intentions at heart. I am a daughter of the one and only Father. I am so thankful that I have God in my life! Do you know God? If you don’t, then He is a Best Friend and Father you should know.


Parents

My parents (who have been married for 40 years) and gave me life. They are my heroes! I look up to them and can only dream of finding a love like theirs. And watching them with their grandchildren fills my heart. They have taught me love, kindness, compassion, and humility. They have given me shelter, love, hugs, and a deep sense of what Family truly means. I am so thankful to have them both still alive and in my life.


Niece & Nephew

I am so thankful to be their Auntie (TaTa & TiTi)! If I never experience having children of my own, I will have known what it is like to be a surrogate to them. I enjoy taking in every moment and being present at all times with them. To see the world through their eyes is marvelous and amazing. Their perspective on life is innocent and refreshing. And their laughter is music to my ears! I have been so blessed to be active in their lives since they day they were each born. Celebrating Birthdays, Going to Disneyland, Sea World, Zoo, Wild Animal Park, Circus, Pumpkin Patches. And because of my niece I have begun to build my relationship with the Lord. I will never let her forget how much that means to me.


Bambino

Oh, Bambino – You aren’t even here yet and I love you already. Whether I have a niece or nephew I can’t wait to be your Auntie. I will teach you all I can and you can teach me Spanish.


I am also thankful for my brother and his wife Mandie (who is the best Sister-in-Law a girl could ever have), my little sister, my friends, and for having a job.

I am so blessed and need to remind myself of this when I have a "low"/"poor me" moment.

Thanks to all my blessings this November and always!