Simple Blessings

For Today - Outside my window... Beautiful sunshine!! A really lovely day.

I am thinking... About how my life has changed over the past year.This has been so much on my mind over recent weeks.I have had to rely more and more on the Lord to get me through and for His provision. He has never failed me!! I have been off from work for over a year after illness and this has been one of the toughest times in my life.

I am thankful for...My family and my wonderful and precious friends who have been beside me not only through my valleys last year but always! Judy- a HUGE thank you to you! Thank you for your unfailing support and for encouraging me to hang in there,constantly reminding me when my faith faltered that all would be well. For your prayers and your love and always being there for me!We have rode a roller coaster together for many years.

From the kitchen...Thinking about what I will have to eat? I think a bowl of cereal and some toast with honey. Not to forget some freshly brewed coffee. I can already smell the aroma as I write this!!

 I am wearing... My pj's. I cannot have one of those pj days as I have an appointment later today.

I am creating... Continuing on my journey putting photos in albums and enjoying the memories this is bringing back to mind.

I am going...To the hospital this afternoon for an appointment. This is perhaps my last appointment after a year of illness and so many dark days.

 I am reading... Still enjoying "Boundaries" and I am also reading "Keep A Quiet Heart" by Elisabeth Elliot.

I am hoping... That all goes well with my doctors appointment today.

I am hearing...People in the street as they go by. Laughter too!

Around the house...So quiet as I am the only one here.

 One of my favorite things...Reflecting and learning. I have done so much more of this over the past year. It is something that as a nurse I am taught to do and it has helped me so much in my personal life too.

 A few plans for the rest of the week... A busy week ahead as much on my agenda.I have many things planned so this will not be a restful week! I will always find time to stitch and read however!

Here is a picture thought I am sharing...

This is a photo taken last year at Cotswold Life Park.It is of Natalie my youngest daughter and myself.

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