I'm thankful I was born in the greatest country in the world, the United States of America. I could have been born anywhere, but it was here in the U.S. where I was born. The land of opportunity. The country that people from around the world have flocked to. There are freedoms here, freedoms that have been fought for, freedom isn't cheap, and it shouldn't be taken for granted either. I know we are Continue Reading...
Thanks #8 (In-laws)
I know it's a small thing, but this morning I'm really happy for the new grill cover we received this week. The cover fits perfectly and I was able to secure it before the wind, rain, and snow hit. This was a gift from Rich and Leanne, my in-laws. They are wonderful people who have taken our whole family in as their own and are extremely helpful and generous to us. I am very thankful for them, and Continue Reading...
Thanks #7 (New Day)
I'm thankful for each and every new day. The promise and hope held in each new day should not be under estimated. This morning, I pray that our elected officials all across this great land will embrace each and every new day and represent the people of this great country to the best of their abilities, in constant pursuit of what is fair, just, and right. What is it that we can get done before the Continue Reading...
Thanks #6 (Democracy)
I am thankful for the opportunity to share my single voice and make it count through the voting process. Today, please get out and vote. Exercise your right. I'm thankful for this right. Democracy: 1. government by the people; a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system. Continue Reading...
Thanks #5 (Earth)
I am thankful for the planet earth we live upon. God created this place in perfection. The balance of all things natural. The human race is not even necessary for this planet to live, die, and reproduce. I find it calming in a way, comical in another, and even surprising that people constantly rediscover certain lands in certain climates will work against man when the balance is upset or over Continue Reading...
Thanks #4 (Siblings)
I am thankful for my brothers and sister. They were wonderful to grow up with and we were a happy family. Now they've grown and they are just as wonderful as adults as they were being my kid brothers and sister growing up in Londonderry. Continue Reading...
Thanks #3 (Kids)
I am very thankful for my kids. I am also so very thankful for the inherent resiliency within them. Thank God for their ability to adapt, overcome, and improvise at levels we don't give kids enough credit for. I'm thankful for these six amazing kids, who kept being kids while I worked through various models of parenting. I may never get it right, but I know that these kids are fantastic, and their Continue Reading...
Thanks #2 (God)
This should have come first. I am thankful for God who sent his Son to save us from our sins. The daily reminders of His power, grace, love, and patience are evident all around me. Thank you Lord. Continue Reading...
Thanks #1 (Parents)
#1 I'm so thankful for my parents. I'm so glad they did, and still do care. When I feel like so many parents are asleep at the wheel these days, I'm so happy that my parents were present and participating in my life. Continue Reading...