[I’m also writing at Scripture Dig on the Inward Disciplines and at MOD Squad on Overflowing Goodness today. Please visit me there as well!]
Over the past few weeks, my blogging has been, shall we say, sporadic? But the counting? Oh the counting has continued. Blessings and joys, gifts and moments, all cataloged carefully to remind me of the necessity of a grateful heart.
So today, I share with you a sampling of the sweetness of simple blessings and a contented heart {Hebrews 13:5}:
{#88 – 114}
cousins on Christmas Eve
baby in the family
“dirty santa” for the grown-ups
favorite new accessories
developing her own style
silly costumes
puppy breath
long, soft ears
BIG surprises!
giggles
absolute shock
Christmas morning silliness
Holidays at “The Cottage”
new binders, notebooks, and folders {the girl loves school supplies!}
First White Christmas in Muscle Shoals history
HUGE snowflakes
Watching the snow fall – for two days!
kids we’ve watched grow up into amazing adults
quiet New Year’s Eve with great friends
favorite foods
my cat
wondering what she’s thinking about the puppy
snuggling with her while he’s playing
exploring and digging and tripping over those ears
playing in the leaves
welcome breaks from daily tasks
Continuing the count,
Don’t you just love Ann and the community she brings? I love your list you have this week. We do have so much to be thankful for! Have a great Monday!
Meghan
Yes, Meghan, I do love Ann and the gracious way she encourages all of us not to see her but to connect with Him. What a precious soul she has.
what a delightful list! the holidays are such a gift! and a white christmas too! just perfect.
Welcome, Kelly! And thank you for your kind words.
I always love your lists! I’m getting back into this necessary habit myself.
Pattie, I’m enjoying your lists too … love the simple beauty of your writing. You are definitely one of the gifts in my life!
I always look forward to Monday’s here and your list. 🙂 I can’t wait to buy Ann’s book!
I’m so glad you had a good Christmas and wasn’t it fun to have a white one this year. I’m enjoying the series over on Scripture Dig on spiritual disciplines too. Continuing to pray for you.
Love, Steph
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Hi, Teri Lynne! I had to stop by and tell you how much I enjoy your blog! 🙂 Sarah Mae told me about your blog, and I’m so happy that she did because I have enjoyed all of your posts! I also am following your disciplines series at Scripture Dig, and I look forward to all the Lord will do there as well.
Blessings!
Melanie
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Thank you so much, Melanie! Isn’t Sarah Mae a sweetie? And I’m glad you have joined us on Scripture Dig too. I appreciate you taking the time to introduce yourself!!
I am glad I have come here to visit today. Your list and photos bless me. Your comment above about Ann and the blessing she is to you and others is a “ditto” for me. I am so glad God uses her and we see Christ in her. Such a blessing to so many.
May your day be filled with sweetness and joy, ~ linda
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I am grateful for you, sweet friend! Happy New Year!