Thankful Thursday

Many people have asked me if I really missed blogging during Lent. I honestly did not miss it that much. There were times I would think of something that I wanted to write but it felt good to be disciplined and to sacrifice something for Lent. I did really miss posting Thankful Thursdays though. I did take time each Thursday to count my blessings but there is something about writing them down each week that helps me keep a healthy perspective. So, here is my Thankful Thursday list. I am posting it tonight because I get to take the peanuts here tomorrow!! Woohoo! ( I do NOT like this place at all but the boy peanuts LOVE it).


I am thankful...


~that Lily is safe in her Mom's arms in China. I have loved reading about their journey and I look forward to Kate's new friend coming home soon.


~that my dear friend, Denise is leaving tomorrow morning for China! I met Denise in October and we became fast friends. She is a kind, giving, spiritual woman and I cannot wait to see her at the airport in just 2 weeks with Maggie (I am the unofficial photographer). You can follow her journey here (it is different than her regular blog).


~for all of the absolutely beautiful quilt squares I am receiving each day. My camera was at the shop being cleaned last week so I was behind in posting them but I caught up now. I still need more squares so it is not too late to send yours;)


~for the sweet e-mails I get from people everyday who for whatever reason prefer not to comment here. One such long time reader sent me some photos this week that she worked on in Photoshop. It was very kind of her. Thank you Anne. This is one she worked on

~that Judy Blume sent our family a personalized and signed copy of her latest book. We are so grateful!

~for the sweet gift Connie sent with her quilt square. After seeing that photo of me a few posts ago, she knew I needed some pampering and she sent some lovely lotions and cozy socks. Thank you Connie. You made my day:)

~for all of the sweet comments I get here everyday. I have learned so much from this amazing community of people. I appreciate all of the feedback, advice, and prayers that come my way. Now, I am off to bed so that I can fend off the wild animals tomorrow!