thankful

It's almost uncanny how often I forget about this little segment and how valuable it becomes to me just when I need it most.  This past week has been extremely emotionally trying for Mr. F and me.  I was wallowing in frustration when I started thinking about all of the things I have to be grateful for.  The clouds parted for a moment and things didn't look so bleak.

I am thankful for...

the kind retiree of a volunteer at the Catholic thrift shop who wished me a happy mother's day, not knowing if I was one or not.

a local friend who tells me every Friday that she's been praying for Mr. F.

new friends.

wildflower seed packet stamps, just waiting for me to use them.

sitting around a fire, roasting marshmallows with five wonderful people, wondering how three hours could pass so quickly.

a husband, who, even though things are very rough right now, keeps working hard at finding a job.

the promise of a new sister!!!

beautiful stationery.

a busy mom who took the time to answer a slew of questions for me, not realizing how much peace of mind those answers gave.

the insight of someone who has been in my shoes before, who lovingly sympathized.

a new pen that reminds me of my grandmother.

vitamin D.

the guy at the UPS store who waived charges for some scans when technology totally failed me at home.

finding a jar of lingonberries at Publix.

my brother's determination to be good.

Sister's smiles in the photos we see from her time in London.