52 Lists- List #5: What You Are Grateful For

This week's list what you are grateful for was an easy one.  There are so many things that I am grateful for:
  • My Good Health
  • The Love of My Husband
  • My Children
  • Our House
  • All the Wonderful Family Vacations We've Been on
  • My family; both near and far 
  • My In- Laws
  • My Friends
  • Our Lifestyle
  • That I gave homeschooling a try
  • Social media and the way it allows me to connect with friends old and new
  • Sunshine and all it's warmth  
  • Flowers
  • The Beauty of Nature and the way it calms me
I think I could go on an on... there are so many wonderful things in this world and it's easy to forget just how lucky we are.  

Comments

  1. Megan RussellFebruary 4, 2016 at 7:11 AM

    I loved this weeks list, too. I could have written ten pages! I also love the quote at the beginning of your post.

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  2. AmandaFebruary 4, 2016 at 7:30 AM

    I love how you take time out to think about what you are thankful for. It really centers the spirit and helps fuel your energy to keep moving forward.

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    1. Mother of 3February 4, 2016 at 7:42 AM

      It really does! I'm loving this 52 list challenge because it does get me thinking about life and just how lucky I am.

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  3. Stacey SchnellerFebruary 4, 2016 at 9:33 AM

    Love your list. I was also happy to learn what the topic was this week. I could right more but didn't want to have a big post so I ended up saying and much more at the end. Hope you have a great day. :)

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    1. Mother of 3February 4, 2016 at 4:43 PM

      That's how I felt; The list could have gone on and on forever.

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  4. ... chasing slowFebruary 4, 2016 at 11:59 AM

    Beautiful quote to start your grateful list! I am really blessed in reading all the lists each week.

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    1. Mother of 3February 4, 2016 at 4:44 PM

      Aw, thanks. I'm so glad you posted this challenge; it's been so much fun and it really is uplifting to read everyone's responses.

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  5. Vickie's Ktchen and GardenFebruary 5, 2016 at 5:54 AM

    Such a great list! I can hear the joy within.
    Have a great day!

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  6. Simply JeannieFebruary 8, 2016 at 7:12 AM

    That is one of my most favorite quotes!!!.. Its a testimony to how GOD tells us again and again to be grateful no matter what..

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  7. Brittney Mom's HeartFebruary 8, 2016 at 9:01 AM

    Great list, and I love the quote!

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