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Category Archives: Gratitude Challenge
2012 Gratitude Challenge-Day 15
We have all kinds of friendships in our lives. There are those from our school days, those we have met through work and church, chance meeting friends who share a common interest, and even those who we have met through our internet interactions. My best friend is my husband and I hold my sister-in-law and my Mom and Dad not just as family but as my dearest friends. In this day and age sometimes the … Continue reading
2012 Gratitude Challenge-Day 14
Music brings me such comfort and joy. I don’t think there is a day that has gone by that it has been excluded from my life. Whether listening to the radio in the car running errands, playing old records or tapes (does anyone remember those?) on the stereo, enjoying tunes on an MP3 player while working on projects, shopping for groceries being serenaded by piped in music, or songs of praise and worship to God … Continue reading
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2012 Gratitude Challenge-Day 13
As I have grown older, my eyes have grown weaker and I now need to wear bifocals all the time. I know lots of folks have worn glasses all their lives, but until you find yourself trying to navigate a blurry world and unable to read even large print I don’t think you truly appreciate what a gift they are. I am grateful for the things that my glasses allow me to continue to do. … Continue reading
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2012 Gratitude Challenge-Day 12
This weekend I was pleasantly surprised when I stepped into my backyard and found that, even though it is November, my rose brushes were in bloom again. Not only does their beauty bring pleasure to the senses, but they are a gentle reminder to look for God’s perfect plan in everything. There is a famous quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln that says: “We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes … Continue reading
2012 Gratitude Challenge-Day 11
My family has a history of veterans that have faithfully honored our country with their services. My great-grandfather served in the Spanish-American war. My grandfather served in Germany during World War 2. My father served in Spain during the Vietnam War. My husband served in Germany during the late 70’s. My brother served our country in the Air Force for 22 years, serving around the world in places such as Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm, … Continue reading
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