1) Brett-he is such a gift. He is a servant leader and watching the Lord work in his heart thrills me to no end!
2) Elle-my sweet girl. She loves to serve and is such a big helper!
3) Ava-my ball of joy. Every day is exciting with this little bundle of bounciness!
4) Beckett- he is always full of smiles! It warms my heart to have the honor to take care of such a sweet little spirit
5) My parents- they have set an example before me that I constantly pray I can live up to. They are.simply.amazing.
6) My family- from biological to in laws I am truly blessed to be surrounded by such great people! I am loved from every side!
7) TN- Ok right now it is negative something up in Ohio, and covered in snow.....I'm just saying
8) Our church- Wow...there are not enough words to describe how we have been taught, loved on, and cared for
9) Friends- from old to new I am enriched by my friendships
10) The YMCA- ok this may be silly but I love to exercise! It has been a gift to be able to go and get my sweat on!
11) DVR- have I mentioned how much I love american idol? DVR makes it possible to watch my favorite show any time I want.....what a gift!
12) Books- I have never been much of a reader, but the past few years I have been blessed and challenged by some books that I have read, "The Cross-Centered Life" "A Love That Lasts" and last night I started "A Thousand Gifts"
13) Macy- the most forgiving dog I've ever met.......poor Macy
14) Super Target - grocery shopping is so much fun at a Super Target
15) Facebook- I had a bizzilion birthday wishes this morning....it doesn't get any better than that!
16) Sugary Sweets - enough said
17) A home - not just a house, it is truly a home, a home I love dearly
18) The lake- growing up in northwest Ohio the most beautiful sight I had on a daily basis was the sight of wheat and corn fields. I love living by the lake
19) Homeschool - I thought I would hate homeschooling, but the truth is, I love my kids! And I enjoy every minute I get to stay home with them
20) Pictures - I miss my grandparents dearly. I am thankful that my house has reminders of their beautiful faces
21) Generosity- right now Becks is playing in a play gym that a friend gave us to borrow. I am so thankful for friends that have been generous with us
22) The Ability to Give - no matter what our financial situation has been, the Lord has always been faithful to give us opportunities to give.....it is a gift to us
23) Chocolate
24) Have I mentioned American Idol??? Pure entertainment
25) Trials - yes even the trials have brought understanding, growth and God's glory
26) Squeals and screams - a reminder of the joy that fills my children
27) A dishwasher - I have been without, and I have had.......it is better to have.....
28) The Word of God - without it I would be lost
29) My salvation - the most precious gift of my life, that God would make a way for a sinner like me to be called his child
