1000 Thanks

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Today while at my Women's bible study we were encouraged to think about how many things we can be thankful for.  The inspiration behind this comes from a book by Ann Voskamp, One Thousand Gifts.  I have not yet read this book, but I look forward to putting it on the growing list of "must" reads really soon.  Perhaps, I might get around to reading this over the holidays while the children are out of school.  I really felt inspired to invite my family to jot down what and/or whom they are thankful for everyday.  We will collect these little notes and read them on Thanksgiving.  If we look all around us everyday, there is a blessing, a gift, God's grace at every turn.  We always see the "Big" things, but how often do the "small" things go unnoticed? So, will you take a little inventory to see what you can give thanks for?  It might be as simple as, the falling rain, or a bird singing outside your window.  This is also a perfect tie-in to the link up going on at ModlyChic.   Here is how I began my list:

• My husband's smile
• My children
• Jesus died for me
• My family's love and support regardless of the distance
• My sweet niece who is so joyful
• My children's passion for learning and reading
• Our sweet family dog who thinks he is one of the kids
• The nature I see all around me everyday
• 14 years of marriage; he still thinks I'm the hotness;)
• Our kids still want us to tuck them in at night
• My health and strength
• Friends who will tell me the truth
• Being confident in my own skin
• Watching with awe as the leaves change color and fall
• Freedom to worship God without persecution
• My ancestor's sacrifices as they won freedom 

Well, this is not even a scratch in the surface, but a start.  I hope that you all take a moment and jot down a few things that you are grateful for this Thanksgiving.  Please enjoy your loved ones and safe travels to you all.