August Thankfulness

A few weeks back I was complaining and bemoaning my current situation in life to my running buddy. She gave me a good idea, to write down things I am thankful for. It seems like an elementary thing to do, but after taking time to think about all the Lord has blessed me with, I am overwhelmed. After looking at things from a "glass half full" standpoint, I really have a new perspective about things. Just because my life isn't exactly as I would have it, doesn't mean the Lord doesn't have things for me to do/enjoy right now. So I decided to record some of the things I am thankful for...

~A Community of Believers...
 who are truly compassionate toward each other. I am so blessed to be surrounded locally and across the miles with believing friends/family who pray for each other in times of need, check up on each other, and come to the aid of others when needed. What a blessing to know I can call sweet friends to encourage me in rough times.  The people at my church have also displayed that in the past year and a half as we have come together as a body of believers. People actually joyfully help each other in times of need. It is such a breath of fresh air!

~Our House...
we love it! We still comment to each other that we love our house and where we live! The newness hasn't worn off yet. We are so thankful the Lord provided it for us. We love our neighbors, too! We look forward to making many memories here.

~A Running Buddy...
My friend, Missy, and I have been running together for two years now! What a blessing it is to have a consistent friend who wants to keep going...literally! Over the past two years, we have ran numerous 5k's, half marathons and ran our first marathon last December. We plan to run the St. Jude Marathon again this December. We have met up almost every Saturday morning for two years for long runs. We have ran all over the Memphis area. It has been so fun! She has kept me accountable for fitness and nutrition all this time. She is truly a treasure!

~A Job...

Though I loathe it some...well, most of the time, I am thankful for it. I have been able to meet/get reaquainted with so many people over the past two and a half years at the dental office. It has caused me to grow in ways I wouldn't have imagined. I am also blessed to work alongside some wonderful people. One in particular is a dear friend, Meredith, who followed me from Starbucks. Daily, we seek to encourage others just as we did at the coffee shop.

~My Puppy Dogs...

I just love these dogs! It is amazing how you can love animals so much! They are so loving and loyal. They are always so excited to see us when we come home from work. Charlotte has been around since I was in high school and Colby came around Christmas of 2006. They are such a joy to have in our lives.

~Health...

It hasn't been a perfect year, so far, in this area, but among the obstacles that we have faced, we are immensely blessed that the Lord has spared us from anything more serious. These "glitches" have caused us to desire to live a healthier lifestyle by choosing natural foods and exercising often.

~Bear...

I can't leave off the most important person in my life. He is such a blessing in my life. I am so thankful the Lord brought us together over ten years ago. He has constantly spurred me on to be a better person and seek the Lord more. He is so considerate, patient and gracious towards me. He is truly my best friend. In this day and time, we are well aware that Satan desired to break marriages apart. We are determined to defeat the Enemy. Through the trials of infertility and now being on the adoption road, we have come together in prayer and faithfulness to seek the Lord is what He desires to do in our lives. We are so excited about what He has for us!

I am truly thankful!