Multitudes on Monday

The list that never ends - what a lovely way to describe the list of what we are thankful for. These gifts that enrich our lives so often come from the heart and fill our lives with love and wonder.

This past week I am so thankful for:

81. all the Christmas cards with news from family and friends

82. hearing from all my children and making plans for Christmas

83. winning 2 giveaways - a book and a planner

84. a lovely supper together at East Side Mario's

85. still holding hands when we walk, after 10 years together

86. watching "It's a Wonderful Life" with my husband

87. celebrating the 2 oldest grandsons' birthdays on Saturday

88. sitting on the couch, looking at the tree all lit up, with our cat on my lap and Christmas music playing

89. feeling surrounded by angels when I drive the 30 min. to work each way, especially in iffy weather

90. being able to help others in need

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Multitudes on Monday

Once again it is time to express gratitude for the many wonderful things that have happened this past week. It is sometimes the simplest things that bring the most happiness.

This week , I am very grateful for:

61. my three children, who all were in touch

62. my step-children, who all jumped in to help their Dad

63. caring co-workers

64. Christmas lights and decorations

65. delicious treats

66. Fluffy, who gives purrs and cuddles

67. good movies that entertain

68. quick help at the hospital on Saturday for my hubby

69. a good night sleep

70. hugs and kisses and just holding hands

Multitudes on Monday (on Tuesday!)

Yesterday, I spent most of the day at the hospital, as my husband had surgery. Scheduled for 4pm it didn't happen until 5:30 and I didn't get to see him til 8. He seems to be doing okay and may come home today.

It is strange though coming home to an empty house.

I missed posting my gratitudes and with his surgery, I really need to:

I am so grateful for:

51. my husband

52. skilled doctors and nurses

53. our provincial health care

54. Rose, my step-daughter, who drove me to and from the hospital

55. family and friends who care

56. books that can occupy your mind and keep you from worrying

57. comfort food - chocolate brownies and tea

58. Christmas lights shining all the way home last night

59. art - that keeps my mind and hands busy

60. for prayers -mine and others

Multitudes on Monday

Once again it is time to express gratitude for the many wonderful things that have happened this past week, even if they were only simple pleasures.

I am very grateful for:

51. medicine and doctors - that have helped me clear up an infection

52. family get-together - to celebrate a birthday

53. playing games, along with laughter and talk - if you haven't played Mexican Train (with dominoes), play it!

54. more lovely ATCs received in the mail

55. a delicious turnkey dinner

56. a caring dentist

57. a ride to a workshop today

58. homemade banana cranberry bread, fresh from the oven (just made tonight -the smell is heavenly!))

59. new shoes that relieve pain in my knees

60. Christmas lights already shining

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Multitudes on Monday

Happy Hallowe'en everyone!

Time once to share blessings or gratitudes or just what we are thankful for. Be sure to check out "A Holy Experience" for many blessings!

I am so grateful for:

21. a visit with my youngest and his girlfriend

22. time to visit with my husband's brother on his own

23. our turkey dinner on Saturday and then leftovers on Sunday

24. the fun of Hallowe'en at school today

25. more gifts in the mail this past week

26. that our cat has been checked out and is healthy - even at 19

27. pumpkin pie with whipped cream

28. our jacuzzi that eases pain

29. new books to read (including the new Steve Jobs book)

30. lovely comments to my posts - thanks everyone!

Multitudes on Mondays

A time for giving thanks, for seeing the true gifts we have received. This past week, I have been thankful for:

11. calls and emails from my children

12. a good book ("Beach Girls" by Luanne Rice)

13. time to create

14. loving gifts from my husband and time with him

15. a day off from school to rest and recuperate

16. shared laughter - with children and adults

17. good music (just got a new CD and am loving Adele)

18. opening boxes and putting treasured items away finally (after our renovation)

19. for beautiful weather on Sunday

20. for gifts of cards in the mail today

Ann Voskamp, the author of "A Thousand Gifts"asks us to share our "list that never ends" and join "Multitude Mondays. Be sure to check out her blog.