Gratitude Journal November 17, 2007

1. Ashley and Philip both trusted me enough this week to tell me about some emotionally sensitive very private things going on in their lives. One of my goals as a parent has been to build the type of relationship that they can feel comfortable telling me anything. I'm very grateful to see that goal coming to fruition.

2. I bought one of those microfiber cloths that people have been raving about at the dollar store. I have been having the best time blessing my home. This cloth is amazing...it even cleaned my windows with no streaking, no chemicals, and no need to buff. Once I got started with it, I just couldn't stop. Some people get excited about shopping. I get excited about cleaning. Before I became ill, it was such a passion that I cleaned several homes a week just for the exercise and fun of it. Today I am grateful to have a day I feel well enough to clean...and that this cloth makes it so much easier.

3. The kids had company over last night. Our guest was delightful as usual. I'm very grateful for our friends. Some friends who moved away earlier this year will be visiting overnight this Friday. We are looking forward to it.

4. I found a bed for Philip today at an estate sale today. I may have mentioned that he is 10 years old and still sleeping in his toddler bed...God is answering prayer. I'm not quite sure how we are going to get the bed to fit into the room, but we'll keep working on that.

5. We went shopping today for groceries, and I found a musical book for my niece Arleigh...one more item to cross off the list. I'm praying I'll have everything ready in time. I'm working on one thing/day so I don't get overwhelmed. I'm grateful that each day, I'm able to cross at least one thing off my lists...whether it's a gift located, a gift project completed, or a task accomplished.

6. I put my Gazelle in the middle of the living room floor for lack of any other place to keep it. I'm pleased to see all the kids using it. We all will benefit from more exercise.