A different type of "Thankful List."
I am thankful for:
The mess to clean up after a party because it
means I have been surrounded by friends.
The taxes I pay because it means that I'm employed, well the Colonel is!
My shadow who watches me work because it means I am out in the sunshine.
The spot I find at the far end of the parking lot
because it means I am capable of walking.
All the complaining I hear about our government
because it means we have freedom of speech.
That lady behind me in church who sings off key because it means I can hear.
The piles of laundry and ironing because it means my loved ones are nearby
(I just wish they could use a towel more than once!)
My huge heating bill because it means that I am warm.
(Although the kids would disagree. They always want the thermostat raised)
Weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day
because it means that I have been productive.
My Favorite...
The alarm that goes off in the early morning hours
because it means that I am alive!
Let's all take a few moments to remind ourselves that we can always find something to be thankful for, not just now during Thanksgiving, but all year long!
Enjoy!
Carol says
What a lovely post and a gentle reminder of the fact that all things count, even the little things!
Thanks.
Bless you
Carol
LDWatkins says
Wonderful post! Food for thought for us!
Karen says
Great post! Hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving!! Karen
Liz says
So well said. Thank you! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!! 🙂
~Liz
A Hint of Home says
Hi Lois,
Wonderful post and great reminders for us all.
Happy Thanksgiving to your family!
Nancy says
What a great Post - Thank you
Laura says
Great list, really makes us realize how truly blessed we are each day!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🙂
Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria says
Many Thanksgiving Blessings to you and your family….Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
NanaNor's says
Hi Lois, I am thankful for you friend and all your wonderful posts. I've forgotten the last two posts to say I'm thankful for several things but I love to focus on all the blessings the Lord gives us. Have a warm and blessed day!
Hugs, Noreen
Flat Creek Farm says
Amen! You hit the nail right on the head 🙂 Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Also hope you have nice weather for the outside cleanup! I'm sure you'll be able to enjoy your nice new space soon! -Tammy
Always a Southern Girl says
I absolutely LOVE your list.
Liesa says
When I complain about being so busy...go here go there, etc.
Scot says..."At least we are not bored. We have lots of family and friends that keep us busy!" He's right...so are you. Happy day dear friend!
BECKY says
Hi Sunshine! This is so wonderful and is something I consider often. Even though I dislike paying bills, I always thank the Lord that we have the money to pay them, and I apply this truth to my daughters as well in many different ways. It really does improve my attitude! Thanks so much for sharing this reminder.
May God pour out His richest blessings on your family this Thanksgiving and fill your heart with joy and peace, my sweet friend.
Love and hugs!
Becky
Sharon says
What a great post, thanks for sharing it this morning. It really does give one something to think about.
That towel one was so true, we went through lots of towels when the boys were in their teen yrs.
Have a very blessed Thanksgiving.
Jacquelyn says
This is great, Lois. I think I need to do some contemplating and I'm sure the list would expand for me. Thanks for this perspective!!
Olde Dame Penniwig says
Oh, I love your clever list. There's so much truth in your words, m'dear! I'd love to see this list of yours turned into a little inspirational book! I'd keep it handy on the bedside table!
Debbie says
I LOVED this...in fact read it aloud to my husband who is sitting here beside me having his morning cup of coffee. And I told him, THIS is why I blog. And it couldn't be more true. Have a wonderful day. And many more blessings to you, Debbie
Loretta says
What a wonderful reminder of all the blessings we take for granted that our heavenly Father bestows on us! Thank you! Have a most blessed Thanksgiving!Hugs, Loretta
Carmen C. says
That's lovely and so true! Had to laugh when I read about using the towel more than once, my son sometimes takes 2 showers in one day and uses a clean towel for each one, LOL!!!!!
Jill says
Excellent post! I need to start repeating these things to myself all throughout the day.
Blessings each day says
What a wonderful way to list your blessings, but you ARE employed, Lois, in the service of the Lord as well as all the things you do that would cost so much if the Colonel had to pay someone.
May you and yours have a heart warming and joyful Thanksgiving.
blessings and hugs,
marcy
Loretta says
A wonderful reminder to us, not to take the little things for granted. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
debbie says
WHAT AN EYE OPENING POST.
THIS IS GOING TO BE SUCH A DIFFICULT HOLIDAY SEASON FOR US...OUR FIRST WITHOUT AMY AND I NEEDED TO BE REMINDED THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO BE THANKFUL FOR.
ONCE AGAIN....HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU AND THE COLONEL.
ANGEL HUGS
DEBBIE