Gratitude

"As we express our gratitude,

we must never forget that the highest appreciation

is not to utter words, but to live by them."

~ John Fitzgerald Kennedy ~

41. children who run to get a kiss from mom when there's a boo-boo
42. the crabs we watched at the beach
43. grandpa's blueberry patch
44. the swing on the farm- endless happiness for three boys
45. prayers said by others for our family
46. spontaneous trips to the movie theatre
47. the friendly cashier at the grocery store- she always brightens my day
48. old friends visit and it's like no time has passed between us
49. our grill- summer cooking made easy and delicious, perfect for unexpected dinner guests
50. an escape for a latte and heart to heart with a dear friend
51. God's protection on our time in the car
52. beautiful patterned paper
53. the old majestic oak tree in front of our house, dripping with Spanish moss
54. the porch swing where I sit and think
55. teaching my children to give Jesus all their fears
56. kissing those precious faces goodnight every night
57. new people coming to our church and feeling loved
58. feeling the presence of the Almighty
59. laughter
60. a clean sink to wake up to