Thousands of Gifts

A Holy Experience, written by Ann Voskamp, has challenged and inspired me lately.  Ann's words remind me of my roots of faith, family, and farming.  Her pictures ring true for me.  Her father's-- and Father's-- hands look like mine. Even though my world looks very different from her right now, she still feels like a kindred spirit (even though she points out that her name is spelled without the 'e').    

I'm planning on linking up to her blog through a community called One Thousand Gifts.



Maybe I will write a post explaining why I've undertaken gratitude journal, but my energy is lacking now.  Suffice it to say that I believe that practicing gratitude can change a person in a good, godly way.  Writing it down here is simply a way of keeping myself accountable and to share the blessings of thankfulness.  There's more to it, but that will have to do for now.

#1-10 of the Thousands of Gifts
~ a patient fiance
~ Isaiah 30:21- "Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, "This is the way, walk in it."
~ catching up with a dear sister
~ a quiet house
~ tears that give release
~ wisdom shared by pastors during pre-martial counseling
~ cleaning and feeling helpful
~ a friend's defense on Tuesday, long awaited closure
~ the generosity of grandparents
~ being included in emails from my new family