Continuing My Count

Our week has been so busy. This time of year seems overwhelming with activity. I stop to write my list so I can continue my count.

Gifts List # 596-653
Sound of wind blowing through the trees
smells of Spring
cool breeze during my walk
air conditioner and radio in van
words that point you to your mission
muscles that work even when they feel they won't

unexpected lunch with Philip
teens who love to go to church with friends
seeing good friend at lunch
a friend seeing prayer for child-the opportunity to intercede

smell of strawberry cake baking
anticipation of a road trip
3 Bible study friends who are honest and open
friends anxious for our visit
secreat surprises for kids
a husband who drive
stopping hald way over night for rest

a lift in rain
medicine that relieves mirgraines
a good outcome for child's surgery-no side effects from anesthesia
weekends/holidays with friends
hearing my 9 year old sing praise songs passionately
a Mom, Dad and baby girl sitting on the porch waiting for our arrival
a baby girl in her Big Sister shirt
the growing belly of the Mama-new life
Good Friday & Communion service at home that reflects the importance of the cross
talk with family about Scripture & tradition-letting them see why
sirens that warn of severe weather
getting back to sleep after hanging out in the bathroom
our safety in the storms all around us

fresh made donuts
breakfast with a sweet baby girl
33rd bday celebrations
laughter of a room full of "family"
gut-laughs of a baby girl
the arrival of an old friend
picnic lunches at "high bridge"
egg games
word games that bring lots of laughter

an Easter worship celebration to remember
seeing joyful faces on baptism video
enjoying lunch with no dishes
Easter pictures that are an annual event
egg hunting fun
seeing how Spring is delayed -leaves and flowers just now budding in KY
a "quick" drive home
home in my chair with my heating pad

seeing my sweet dog happy for our return
a good morning walk seeing Spring everywhere
to know sons tooth problem is a baby tooth that will come out soon
hearing that my "big" 11 year old son still has 12 baby teeth -at least one thing is still baby about him
house showing again-knowing the process will lead to our actual selling
husband grilling tenderloin
seeing a wonderful friend at the ball field
ability to pray for our coach
a good talk with MK about Bible, beliefs, etc.
a wonderful dinner
Philip seeing need to engage in parenting and doing it