A Life of Gratitude

There are few things in life that are as relaxing as a hot bath. My doctor actually prescribed hot baths for me because of my back pain and pregnancy so today, while Dylan was napping, I took a nice hot bath. I could have stayed in there for hours! Today I am thankful for hot baths.

Last night at Bible Study, Priscilla Shirer shared about the "Totality" of our God. This was a message that I needed to hear. I am quilty of picking and choosing the things in my life that I bring to God. Sometimes I think "oh, I don't want to bother God with that" or "I shouldn't let that bother me so I won't bring that to God." Last night I learned that every single thing that concerns me, concerns God! We have a God that cares about every little thing in our lives! Priscilla shared a story about someone who ordered an appetizer at dinner because the prices were so high. That person later learned that someone else was paying the bill so he changed his order to the largest steak on the menu. When we know WHO we are dealing with and that the price has already been paid, we change how we "order," how we pray. God cares, He is able, He wants to do abundantly more than we can even dream of....even for me! When I think of that, it change...

15 years ago today I met the love of my life. We lived on the same street our entire lives but never met until June 28, 1996. Lydia introduced us that summer afternoon and we have been together since. Today I am thankful that I met Bryan when I was only 13 years old and that we have spent so many wonderful years together. God truly blessed me when He allowed me to me that handsome blonde-haired boy! Prom 1998

Today I am thankful that Dylan is able to participate in fun activities like T-Ball. He had his first practice tonight. It was very interesting to watch 10 three and four year olds try to learn to hit the ball, run the bases, and throw to first base. We did witness some rolling on the ground and throwing of gloves but mostly the practice went well. We'll see how his first game goes =)

Today I am thankful for The Jesus Storybook Bible. Bryan and I learned about this children's Bible during the Life Action Summit held at Green Street. We bought one for Dylan and have been using it for family devotions. We've read one story each night and tonight we read the last story in the Bible. Dylan loves the stories and the illustrations. We love this version because every story points to Jesus as the Rescuer. I would recommend this Bible for any parent that wants their child to learn about Jesus! We will start the Bible all over again tomorrow...Dylan is going to know these stories through and through! 

Well, after a lovely week at Tybee Island, we're home. Its really nice to be back at home and I'm looking forward to sleeping in my bed tonight. Today I am thankful for a safe trip home, for a terrific vacation with the family and that I was able to do laundry in our condo while on vacation. When I got home today I was able to put all the clothes away and I have NO laundry to do (for now) which is terrific because I'm enjoying relaxing on the couch!

Today I am thankful for the little kicks and punches I've been feeling in my belly! At 21 weeks, Evan is really starting to move! He is about the length of a carrot and has fully developed eye lids and eye lashes. I can't believe this pregnancy is more than half way over. I can't wait to hold this little guy! 21 weeks pregnant!