Simple Blessings

For Today -

 Outside my window... Light! The hour change has made a big difference and at 7.30pm it is still daylight. So different from those dark evenings.

I am thinking... Of how I am facing another challenge and one that hurts! I am praying and trusting that He will help me through all of this. So many valleys and storms that come so unexpectedly.This problem has caused me to "wobble" and those old anxiety feelings from what seemed so long ago have hit again. Not a comfortable place to be.I am also thinking that although this is such a hard place to be at, many millions of people have it far worse than I do. I am reminded of these bible verses:


Beloved,think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you,as though some strange thing happened to you.

But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's suffering: that,when His glory shall be revealed,ye may be glad also with exceeeding joy.
                                                   1 Peter 4:12-13


I am thankful for...That He is is still teaching and showing me I am truly a work in progress. I do not know why this latest problem has come and it was something I never thought I would face.There will be learning and growth as I go through all of this.

 From the learning rooms...Never take anything for granted. The Lord will use every opportunity, every storm and valley to glorify and praise His precious name. He will use our testimony to help others to come to know Him.

 From the kitchen... Hmm-I am waiting to see. My daughter Natalie,James her partner and baby Taio are coming here and will cook a meal for me!

I am wearing... A white top and black pants and a navy cardigan.

I am creating...Working on a another small cross stitch project. Needless to say I still am working on all the other unfinished projects too!!

 I am going...To have my hair trimmed tomorrow evening. My hairdresser will come to the house so a good service for me.

I am reading... My bible. Magazines and devotional.

I am hoping... That my sister and her family will be able to come over from Georgia for my daughters wedding in two weeks. This has been a problem for them with funds and time off from work.

I am hearing... The tv on low and the laptop keys as I type.

Around the house... Reminders of  family and friends. My angel collection and my candles burning.Blessings abound!

One of my favorite things...Time I spend with my family and my hunny.

 A few plans for the rest of the week...A hair appointment. Look for shoes and accessories. Relaxing and cross stitching.

 Here is a picture thought I am sharing... A trip out to Henley-On-Thames last week. A beautiful place to visit!

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