Thankful Thursday - 11/18/2010

My favorite time of year is kicking off!!! I am so hyped about this holiday season for so many reasons. I think what inspires me most about this time of year is that it brings out the giving spirit in so many people. My prayer is that that spirit continues throughout the remainder of the year and into the next.

Today I am thankful for...

• A relationship with my Lord and Saviour always tops my list. I've been blessed in so many ways that I have no choice but to give God ALL the credit.
• Working for a company that values its employees. Tomorrow is our Thanksgiving pot luck and I am SOOOOOO excited! I'm probably going to dream about all of the yummy foods I'll be devouring tomorrow :)
• My wonderful children. They have a way of bringing a smile to my face when it seems nothing or no one else can.
• My heating pad - I sit next to a large window at work and this is going to be a long and chilly winter. Looks like I might need to add a Snugli to my Christmas wish list.
• My Godmother - she's a jewel. I could go on and on about her, but I'll just say she is the absolute best.
• Facebook Mobile - The first step is admitting you have a problem...I haven't made it to that step yet...LOL
• The most wonderful "oldest" and best friend in the world! We've been friends for 25 years. We've had our ups and downs over the years, but I am so thankful that our paths crossed all those years ago in that sandbox at daycare.

The past few weeks have been trying for me. God's definitely had me in a testing season and I am so thankful the prayers and encouragement from so many of my family and friends. Many didn't even know the details of what was going on, but still let me know that they were praying for me. That truly meant a lot. We don't always have to know all the gory details of a person's storm, we just need to help provide the umbrellas to cover them during it. I'm looking forward to the rainbow at the end of this storm. I know God has some awesome blessings in store for me and my family. My prayer is that He blesses each of you abundantly, as well.

Have a wonderful and blessed evening, Divas!!!