I try to remember when eating my lunch on the porch while the rain fell around me was pure bliss...when my only thought was pure contentment as I strained to hear the drops hit the ground, never giving a thought to what activity came next or my endless to do list.
I used to know how to live in the moment {and enjoy it}. I long to again.
I am going to take the challenge to seek out and be thankful for all of the gifts in my everyday life...moment by moment. And in doing so, may my faith grow along side my grateful heart.
My 2 oldest kiddos are taking the challenge too and my hope is that their outlook on life and God will become one of thanksgiving in all things. God forbid they have to wait until they are almost 40 to learn to 'live fully right where they are."
I am thankful for...a sneaky toddler who likes to dig through my purse for gum or Burt's Bees, rain for our freshly planted flowers, sun peeking through the clouds, the vibrating walls in this old house that echo little steps chasing one another, 4 healthy kids and 2 healthy parents, red buds in full bloom from every window, 20 steps to my sister's door, pee pee in the potty and one less diaper to change, kids who love each other, ezekial bread, Pearson's health food store, awesome bible teaching, 3 year old songs with the wrong lyrics, warm strong hugs, early morning walks with Jeka, the joy baxter brings to my kiddos, surprise phone calls, new curtains, imaginations.....
