Thankful..

Reflecting on this Thanksgiving there is so many things to be thankful for. Trying to push my mind past the obvious family, friends, shelter, and food. I am trying to think of specific events and experiences that happened this year that I am thankful for. So, here is my list:

1. I am thankful for teaching at Warrendale for two weeks. It taught me a lot of who I am as a teacher.

2. I am thankful for having a job in Michigan. I realize now more than ever that it is truly a privilege I should not take for granted.

3. I am thankful for being a building substitute because it has taught me humbleness I would not have had any other way.

4. I am thankful for my husband because he stretches my mind, heart and soul to be more like Christ. He helps calm my spirit when I stress out over making rolls.

5. I am thankful for living so close to my Mom and Dad who we can love on and have compassion for. We eat dinner, share supplies and stop by often.

6. I am thankful for remaining close with my friends in the Carolinas..I am so blessed to continue to have such encouraging people in my life, especially when I call often and stress out

7. I am thankful for having a church that speaks truth into my life, love having my small group

8. I am thankful for having family to celebrate Thanksgiving with today

9. I am thankful for vacations with friends-Myrtle Beach, Wine Vineyards, trip home to Michigan to see Anna

10. I am thankful for my home that took 2 months to find..I love that I have more space than a 12X12 room and I get to enjoy this home with my husband.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!