gratitude

I think God has been speaking to me, not letting me go into self pity but rather calling me to remember the blessings in my life. So, a gratitute blog is in order.

I'm thankful that I had a Dad who loved me, that I had him in my life for 36 years, and that I will see him again.
I'm thankful I have a husband who has asked next to nothing of me for the last month while making me gourmet meals from Jamie Oliver's latest cookbook.
I'm thankful for my cute, darling wonderful kids who hug me lots and make me laugh every day.
I'm thankful for friends like Cindy, Shelley, Bev, Mercy and Colleen who have taken the time for me and listened.
I'm thankful that Sharon (my sis) and I can share the load and that she's not someone who will get all obnoxious about estate matters.
I'm thankful I have a job I really enjoy and feel fulfilled in, and that it allowed me the flexibility to do what I needed to do after Dad died.
I'm thankful that God is there, not letting me get into self-pity, moving me to walk with him, and drawing me close.