Thankful Thursday

 The sky had been gray and threatened rain all day long.  It was humid and sticky and my mood was as gray as the day.  To see the beautiful sunset felt like a special gift just for me.  Sometimes God answers prayers in the most unexpected ways.  Oh how thankful I am for moments like these that remind me how blessed I am and that the sun will come out eventually.

I'm also thankful this week for
     ~ vintage flea markets with wine tasting
     ~ getting chores done early so I can play
     ~ walking is getting easier
     ~ new clothes a size smaller :)
     ~ my sister's generosity
    ~ front porch sitting

What are you thankful for this week?

Thankful Thursday ~ One Thousand Gifts

I've been doing Thankful Thursday for over 2 years and I'm thankful for all the positive feedback I've received from you during that time.  I'm ready to change it up a bit.  Well, more than a bit, actually.

I've been inspired and challenged by the book, One Thousand Gifts, by AnnVoskamp, to see, be thankful for, and chronicle the everyday gifts and blessings that are in our lives.  I feel this just takes being thankful to a whole new level.  I tend to be quite negative sometimes and this will help me stay more positive.

Instead of a weekly thankful post, I'll be including my numbered list at the end of each post.  They may or may not have anything to do with the blog post they're on.  I'm going all the way to one thousand but I'm not putting a time frame on it!

What are you thankful for today?

Have a fabulous day!

xo Annette xo

1.  people who can inspire and challenge me

2.  the new year and all the promise it holds

3.  tinkling bells on the Christmas tree when Annie goes running past and brushes against it

4.  seeing life through the eyes of a five year old

5.  comforting traditions