Thankful Thursday

Every Thursday I share what I'm thankful for.  Sometimes it's a serious or big thing, and sometimes it's a goofy or small thing.  I believe that no matter what is going on in our lives, there is always something to be thankful for.  Always.

I believe that every day we wake up and get out of bed is a gift.  I think most of us just see it as another day to get through with all of our obligations, jobs, chores, kids, and expectations to manage.  But when you take time to notice what is around you, you will begin to realize that even the little things in the midst of a stressful, busy, chaotic day are gifts and we should take the time to be thankful for them. 

Even things that are annoying can be worthy of gratitude when you look at them differently.  Take my husband's snoring for example.  As I laid in bed last night wishing he would just be quiet for 5 minutes, I realized his snoring meant he was alive and still with me.  It meant he was in my bed and not someone else's.  I was very thankful in that moment of frustration and fell asleep quickly after.  

I'm also thankful for
     *  the way the sunlight shines through the lace curtains leaving a pretty pattern on the wall
     *  music that touches my heart and makes me weepy
     *  the aromas from a home cooked meal
     *  hot water to take a shower
     * a phone call from my son telling me he's coming to visit

What are you thankful for today?

xo Annette xo

Thankful Thursday

Happy Thursday, friends!  Every Thursday I share what I'm thankful for.  Sometimes it's a serious or big thing and sometimes it's a goofy or small thing.  I believe that no matter what is going on in our lives there is always something to be thankful for.  Always.  

I am so very thankful for my husband of 33 years.  It's not easy being married, even after all this time.  We have our issues and ups and downs, but we are there for each other.  Michael has taken care of me the last two months while I sit in a chair with first a knee injury and now through my recovery from surgery.  He works full time, yet comes home and cooks dinner and cleans the kitchen, does the laundry, goes grocery shopping, takes me to doctor appointments, fixes me tea, brings me flowers and chocolate, lets me pick the movie we're going to watch, and well, you get the idea.  He even did the Christmas shopping I wasn't able to finish!  He has done all of this without a single complaint.  I know he's tired, and I know he gets frustrated, but he doesn't complain.  I'm thankful he puts up with me!


I'm also thankful for
     * healing...slow but sure
     * the kindness and generosity of friends
     * pain meds
     * a visit from Shylee (and her mom and dad!)
     
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What are you thankful for today?

Thankful Thursday ~ Chicken Soup and the Man Who Made It

I have been under the weather lately, and well, you know how it is.  You just don't feel like doing anything.  At all.  For yourself or anyone else.  So I was very grateful when Michael decided to make chicken noodle soup.  Sorry I don't have a picture of the soup itself, but I wasn't thinking clearly at the time!  

He even made homemade chicken stock.  Yes, I know, he's so good to me.  I just use store bought stock when I make it. But Michael went all out and made the best ever chicken noodle soup.  EVER!!! 

In case you're wondering what cookbook the recipe is from, you can find it here.

A man who can cook is definitely something to be thankful for!

What are you thankful for today???

Happy Birthday!

Isn't he just the cutest?  That's my husband, Michael.  He's just as cute today as he was then!

Happy Birthday Dear!!!!  I hope you have many more for us to celebrate!