Giving Thanks
Life is not always bright shining golden pathways,
Decisions are not always glaringly obvious
Nor are my responses always right
But I thank God what ever happens He makes the best of it all:
* for the sweet and the sour things in life
* things that keep me on my toes
* things that remind me to stay vigilant
* crashing disappointment and the craziness when I let it get to me
* I am reminded how easy it is for the enemy to bring me undone
* Grace and Forgiveness awaits when I turn again to God for balance and beauty
* coffee with a dear friend, mutual respect and support
* a moggie mate staying for a couple of days
* bumping into my son at the shops just when I needed a strong pair of hands – what a blessing!
* the gift of two sheds
* new taste experience – wild finger limes, tart, crunchy, yummy Aussie bushtucker
* Ironing – I know crazy right? but the unhurried peacefulness of steam and heat just erasing those creases, making
smooth polished cotton, crisp
* Prayer companions
* a Lord who understands me – for this I am especially grateful
Words and Pictures © Denise Stanford 2010
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