A Thankful Heart

God has two dwellings, one in Heaven,

the other in a meek and thankful heart!

The month of November always brings a time when we think about what it is that we are thankful for in our lives.  I've given this much thought lately, and I truly am thankful for many things in my life. 

First of all, I am thankful that I am a child of God, and that he loves me, even when I am unlovable.  I am thankful for his promise that we will live an eternal life with him in Heaven.  I am thankful that I will again one day be reunited with my Mother, Grandparents, and all of my other loved ones who have passed before me.

I am thankful for my husband of 22 + years.  I am thankful that he has been a positive role model in our children's lives.  I am thankful that he works hard to provide for his family.  I am thankful that God chose him for me!

I am thankful for my children.  God has blessed me with two wonderful boys who have made my life complete.  All I ever really wanted to me was a Mother and a Wife.  I am thankful that I can say my greatest accomplishments call me Mom.

I am thankful for my country.  A country where we are free to choose our God, our jobs, our future, and so many other things.  I am thankful for the men and women who have served and are still serving in our military to ensure our freedom.

I am thankful for my extended family, which includes three brothers, their families, aunts, uncles, cousins, and those I consider family who aren't related.

I am thankful for my friends.  Friends are family, the family you choose to be in your life.  This includes my coworkers whom I've grown to love.

I am thankful for our health.  Thankful that we are not battling a terminal illness or incurable disease.  I must remind myself of this next time I am not feeling well with a migraine, bladder flare up or allergies.

I am thankful for our finances.  Thankful that we have everything we need.  Thankful that my children have never had to go to bed hungry or want for a new pair of shoes. 

I am thankful for my home.  Thankful for a home full of nice things, full of memories, and full of love.  Love is what makes a home!

I am thankful for all of God's beauty that we so often take for granted.  Thankful for the rain, sun, trees, grass, and flowers.  Thankful for a world full of beautiful animals.  Thankful for my precious Mocha, my beloved lab of 11 years.

I am thankful that God gave us a memory.  A part of our brain to store valuable moments.  I am so thankful that I can remember my Mom and Grandparents and all the wonderful times we shared.

I am also thankful for technology allowing us ways to communicate in a much more efficient way than prior years.  Thankful that I can stay in touch with family and friends with the click of a button.

There are so many things I am thankful for!  I love the saying, "What if God only gave you the things you thanked him for yesterday?"

What are you thankful for?

O give thanks to the LORD, for He is good;

For His loving kindness is everlasting.1 Chronicles 16:34