Day 342

Thankful for the reminder that God is Stronger...then anything.  Stronger then our fears of not being enough, stronger then our fears of being too much!

Day#341

Thankful for opposites... chaos and order...perfection and imperfection.  Thankful our creator is creative and we therefor are creative creations...imperfect and perfect all at the same time. 

Day#340

Thankful that Luke and I went and cut down a Christmas tree together.  It is a big fat tree!  :)

Day#339

Thankful for laughter!  Our family loves to laugh and we do it often!  Today was our annual lunch and shopping trip.  Thankful for my parents who continue the tradition!!!

Day#338

Went to visit some old friends at Bridgestone.  Wow I miss working with them.  People definitely make the job.  I was blessed to be surrounded by some amazing people!!!

Day#333

Thankful for the newer family tradition of the fall hiking spree.  Today was the last one which is always sad. 

Day#332

Jo and Mo made the commitment before God to honor and cherish one another ALL the days of their life.  It was a beautiful ceremony, dessert reception, and after party.  I am grateful for their friendship and pray their love grows more and more with each passing day. 

Day#331

Woke up after another night of only 3 hours of sleep for our traditional black Friday shopping.  My brother always laughs because I never get anything on sale.  This year...wiper blades, wedding card & birthday wrapping paper!!!!  Thankful for our time together!

Day#330

Morning walk with Lisa and Joanna!! Thankful for ladies willing to get up early and brave the cold. 
Thankful that we were able to have Lunch at Luke's family and dinner at mine and we didn't have to miss out.  Thankful mike was able to join us for both

Day#329

Thankful that our life group was all back to meeting together after being separate for a month

Day#328

Tonight we celebrated Great Aunt Juanita she was 101.5 years young!  She was a fun loving woman and I loved our Thanksgivings together.  I heard some great stories about my grandma and Juanita that I hadn't heard before. 

Day#327

Luke took me to my first cavs game and bought me a new cavs shirt.  He is a pretty thoughtful guy...and I am pretty thankful!!!

Day#326

What a blessing...today I got to baptize one of the girls in our group! Always exciting when someone wants to share their faith instead of just doing a religion. 
My niece absolutely loved seeing Luke on stage at Voltage.  Grateful to be involved in her life!!!

Day#325

Today my brother and I were supposed to go to the OSU football game...but after seeing about 15 cars in accidents and almost getting in one ourselves we decided to just do a little shopping and watch the game at the Lizard.  What a fun day to catch up and talk to my brother...yep love him!

Dsy#324

Thankful to celebrate with my church the release of their 3rd cd.  What a great night of high energy worship!  To God be all the Glory!!!

Day#323

Tonight was ladies night! Thankful for the girls who make it a priority to invest in one another and share their lives together.  Thankful for the conversation with one of the girls!!

Day#322

Spent the day in Pittsburgh for a few meetings that were all cancelled.  Thankful for the time in the car to pray and reflect on where God is Guiding me!

Day#321

I hosted Barnes and Noble night and only Theresa showed up.  Thankful for her heart to invest and connect to others in the group

Day #319

Thankful that Luke and I can talk things through and be honest with one another without fear.

Day #318

Thankful for the life group leader retreat this weekend.  Thankful to be poured I b to and refreshed!  Leading a group is a heavy weight. I look forward to the day when our group is reignited!!!

Day #317

Got to celebrate a girl in our group's Birthday!  Thankful for community and the ability to love and shower others!

Day #316

So thankful that Erin and I were able to get together.  It is hard to believe we have been meeting since 2011.  She has a job and will soon graduate.  Praying that God guides her and protects her!

Day #314

Thankful for the sacrifice of so many who are willing to lay down their life and be away from family so I can be safe!

Day #313

4 Months ago, Kristina (my cousin) and I were getting pedicures right before Ethan was born.  Today we went back with the little guy.  I am thankful that we can be so vulnerable together and fill the room with laughter and fun!  I love our story!

Day #312

Today was lunch and time with the Moine’s.  Luke’s sister was in town this weekend, with their new little addition Malachi.  He is super cute.    It is great to spend time with his grandparents and family.  Thankful that they made me feel part of the family!!!

Day #311

Today was Donut day with the Jensen’s!  What a special treat.  There were about 40+ Jensen’s packed into the house for lunch and the treat of the day their secret donut recipe.  I took some medicine and ate one, it was very delicious.  Thankful for family traditions and the time that I got to spend with his family!

Day #310

Thankful for the times where God shows me people’s giftedness.  I watch several volunteers who have a love and special touch required to work with VIP kids at our church.  I am thankful for their hearts to serve and love on ALL of God’s children!

Day #309

He restores my soul.  How can we not find Joy in the fact that God restores us…everyday and without question.  He makes me lay down in green pastures.  He leads by still waters…AND He RESTORES my soul!

Day #308

Refreshing to hear friends question what the world says.  I received a text asking…and searching for answers…and what does the Bible really say. 

Day #307

Some days are harder than others.  Today was hard to hear that a friend is hurting and overwhelmed as her Mom is in the hospital and she has a disease that the Doctor’s do not know how to treat!  Thankful Lord that ultimately bring us Peace…but that we have friends we can walk along side of during these difficult times.