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?

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Hope you're having a spectacular weekend!

xo Annette xo

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Happy Wednesday!

xo Annette xo

25.  a visit from my girls

26.  my sister's new job less than two hours from me

27.  a pain free day

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It was one of the most magnificent fiery sunsets I've ever seen!

Happy Wednesday!

xo Annette xo

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Happy Wednesday!

xo Annette xo

Sunset On The Potomac

It was quite windy and cold on the Potomac River this particular day.  I would walk around and take pictures for about five minutes and then sit in the car until I warmed up enough to get out and do it again.  I think I should invest in a pair of fingerless gloves for outside picture taking in the winter months.

I love sunsets, but then who doesn't?  A sunset over the water is incredibly breathtaking with nothing to obstruct the view.  The sparkly reflection of the sun on the water, the painted sky in shades of pinks, oranges, and purples is nothing short of spectacular.  In fact, it's downright awe inspiring.

I may have to do this more often.  I was the only one there and the uninterrupted time in that setting was a real treat.  It was a time of reflection and putting some things to rest and letting go.  It was good for the soul.

Have a wonderful Tuesday!

xo Annette xo

Thankful Thursday

Hello 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.  

Today I'm thankful for beautiful sunsets.  This is an old picture, but I saw a sunset this week that was just breathtaking.  I couldn't get to my camera right then and when I finally did, the sun had already set.  There is something about watching a sunset that is so gratifying at the end of the day.  

I'm also thankful for
     *  a new phone I actually like
     *  being able to help our kids when they need it
     *  the rain we got yesterday

We will be loading up the trailer with Sean's stuff today and hitting the road to Denver tomorrow.  I'll be sure to post along the way!

What are you thankful for today?

Thankful Thursday

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

I'm thankful I was able to witness the most spectacular sunset I've ever seen.  I'm thankful for the reminder that God is in control in this crazy world.  I'm thankful for my sight that allows me to see the beauty all around me.  


I'm also thankful for
     my blog buddies
     recent sales in my shop
     a good night's sleep
     
What are you thankful for?  Please join me by linking your Thankful Thursday post.  Grab the button below or link your post back to this one and add your post to the linky list.

Thankful Thursday ~ Sunsets

Every Thursday I share something I'm thankful for.  It's not always easy to find the good and positive in a situation, but it helps my attitude when I do.  This week I'm thankful for the beautiful sunset I unexpectedly saw out the window of my sewing room.

My sewing table sits under the window and I have a great view when I'm sewing.  I was sewing away, and I had to get up to get something and this is what I saw out the window.

It took my breath away.  I had to run downstairs and grab the camera and get out to the porch.  We don't usually see this from the living room window because of the porch and trees, and I'm not usually in the sewing room at this time of day.  I think I've missed a lot of breathtaking sunsets!

I'm also thankful for
     being rescued from a frog in the kitchen (another post for another day!)
     a pleasant doctor visit
     Annie dog and her unconditional love
     the phone call from my son

     What are you thankful for today?

Today's sewing tip:  Prewashing the fabric before using it will cut down on shrinkage when you wash the finished item the first time.  

Sunset

I took these pictures a couple of weeks ago when we were on our way home from a day trip.  All of the pictures were taken from the car so there are some poles and wires but you can still see the beauty!  The ones of the water were still taken from the car.  We were on the TJ bridge crossing the Patuxent River from Calvert county to St Marys County.  There's something magical about seeing the sun's rays!

I hope you have a beautiful Thursday!!!