Greatful

[CathieJ7]

God has great power in this world of ours!  He has given me amazing people in my life.  This week I have been trying to change a few habits of mine.  One is getting up earlier, or rather on time.  So, Will has called me once and Sue has called me twice.  Well, when Sue called me yesterday and today, I didn't want to get up at all.  Our conversation only lasted a few minutes, but we're both were able to start the day with God.  We took a few minutes to pray and be greatful for the things He's given us.  Even allowing us to wake up this morning. 

This week at midweek we learned that our relationship with God really is important.  God can help us with everything.  He will glorify your marriage if you follow him. 

I have seen changes in our family over the past several months.  We were able to take a long weekend away and go to the Kalahari Resort in WI.  It was so nice to be able to do this.  I never would have thought 18 years ago that we would be able to do that.  Then again, back then I couldn't see past next week.

Both Caitlynn and Tanis are registered for youth camp.  I am excited for both of them.  This will be Tanis' first year there.  I know it will impact his heart.  God has great plans for my family and it's exciting to watch it in progress.

Now of course, there's always the daily grind that drags things down, but I believe that is just Satan's way of getting to us.  He wants us to fail whereas God wants us to succeed. 

If you look around this world there are so many beautiful things in it!  Today I see little children running around being goofy.  God definately put them in my life for a reason.  They are awesome little people.  Even on the days where I want to pull my hair out, I still love each one of them.  He brought us rain this week to feed the grass and plants.  The irises are starting to peek out of the dirt.

I want so much for Will to be able to see God as I do.  To know that God is there for us, no matter what goes on in our lives.  He's just given us so much.  Who'da thunk that we'd still be married today?  Not too many people 18 years ago.  Without God I would never have changed my heart and the way I view things.  He's given me so much to look forward to every day.  Even the wind wisping through the windows sounds great. 

What am I greatful for today?  The air that I breathe.  Having a job that I love.  Green plants growing.  My childrens' smiles and laughter.  Will's snuggly hugs.  My funny kitty.  My fat cat.  Stupid dogs that chew picture frames made with glass, but don't think they ate any of the glass.  Fresh air.  Rain.  My home.  Jesus.  Sue.  Friends you can truely count on.  Having a dishwasher that works. 

Ok, I could go on and on.  As you can see, I am happy to be here today.  It's a great day, even for a cloudy, rainy day.