I'm having a big one at my house this afternoon if anyone wants to join in! I have had the worst attitude and self-absorbed morning. I want to get out of this PITy. Yes, it's a PIT. I've heard the only way to get out is to start being grateful, so here is my list:
I am grateful for:
A nice home that isn't falling apart.
Two paid-for vehicles.
Children.
Husband.
Lots of food.
Brains.
Air.
My dog.
God's timing and provision over and over.
My health.
All these extravagant extras that it is ridiculous that I own--an iPhone, a computer, a TV, a DVD player...all worthless junk in the long run, but I'm so thankful for them.
Books.
People like Brennan Manning who can't help but point to Jesus no matter what the subject.
Friends.
The ever present Jesus.
The ever patient Jesus.
Theology of the Body.
Sewing.
Yarn.
Imagination.
Our Garden.
Shoes.
Air conditioning and heat.
My education.
My Parents.
My Brother and His family.
All my in-laws.
My aunt.
My grandma.
Freedom for the captives.
Beauty for ashes.
Salvation.
Love.
Peace.
Hope.
Joy.
Dancing.
Singing.
Communion of the Saints.
My Husband's Accomplishments
Dave's forgiveness when I'm acting ugly.
My kids' forgiveness when I get mad.
The way Lucy gets so excited to see me EVERY time.
The CROSS.
The RESURRECTION!!!
People praying for me and I don't even know it.
What about you??????
Glad I'm not the only one! Yesterday was a struggle to say the LEAST....it wasn't until I read something on gratitude that I literally had to pray myself around the house and through the fighting children that the dirty floors thanking God for all His provision and blessings in life. I get so frustrated sometimes it's so ridiculous when I stop to look at what I really have in life, and what my frustrations really are...I feel silly and immature!
ReplyDeleteYou would be on my list of things I'm thankful for, lady ma'am. Mostly because I think Jesus has decided that He'll meet us here...literally on blogger, if that's where He has to come to get my attention. That and early morning quiet at my house that I so often miss while sleeping!
ReplyDeleteI have those a lot (pitty parties!). Te entiendo. I understand what you go through. I'm grateful for being home safely. My husband who picked us up at the bus station, my mom who is visiting us. Lisa is responding to potty training very well! My coloful curtains, internet, etc. etc.!
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