Happy Thanksgiving!

So often I take the blessings God has showered over me for granted and I wanted to take a little time to reflect on all that He has done and given.
I AM THANKFUL...
1. that Jesus paid my sin debt on the cross.
2. for the hope I have because Jesus rose 3 days after His death.
3. for my sweet husband who loves me despite of me.
4. that E and I have the ability to work and love our jobs.
5. for grandparents who brought up my parents with reference and love for God.
6. for parents who have supported and loved me no matter what.
7. for in-laws who accept me as their own.
8. for friends that understand me and laugh and cry with me.
9. for a roof over my head.
10. for my health.
This is only a small fraction of all that I have to be thankful for. When I think of all that I have to be thankful for, I can't help but think of all the people who don't even know when their next meal will come or if it will come in time. I can't help but think of all the people who wonder if the few clothes they have will keep them warm enough to make it through the winter nights on the street. I can't help but think of the beautiful children who don't have a family to support them and love them. I can't help but think all the people who have never been told about the gift of Jesus.
Father Your goodness to me is overwhelming. I can't comprehend Your grace but I am so thankful for it. Help me to show Your love and goodness to those around me and around the world. Open my eyes to opportunities to bless others. Give me boldness to tell the world of Your Son and His sacrifice.

Go Titans!

We had another fun Sunday afternoon together. We went to the Titans game and then roamed around the mall. It was a lot of fun especially since the Titans won! Thanks for the tickets Brian and Ondrea...we had a great time!

A Walk in the Woods

Football season came to an end Friday night. The Purple Tigers lost in the first round of playoffs. While I am sad they didn't go a little further in their season, I am glad to have my husband back. They start conditioning for baseball on the 16th so we have a few treasured weeks together before he starts coming home late again.

We made the most of our first Sunday afternoon together in a few months and took the puppies on a hike. Our town is not very dog friendly. We have this great trail that leads to a really nice park but dogs are not allowed on either...hmpf! So when we want a change of scenery from our neighborhood on our walks we have to drive a good little distance or find another nearby neighborhood. Anyway, we took the puppies to Long Hunter State Park just outside MJ. There was a mile long loop in the woods with a little detour to a quiet beach on Percy Priest. It was so peaceful and the puppies loved the change of scenery.