So Much to be Grateful for

Thanksgiving is almost here. I can hardly wait to taste all that yummy food. Then it's on to Christmas and all the fun and festivities of the holiday season.

So today, I thought I'd pause for a moment and think about all that I am thankful for. Actually, I was driving home from the grocery store with all of my Thanksgiving fixins when the song Count Your Blessings popped into my head. 

"Count your many blessings, name them one by one."

Hmm...name them one by one?

So I did.

There in the car, I named off each and every thing I was thankful for .

First and foremost, I am thankful for my family.

My ever-growing family.

And there's a reason why I appreciate them so, aside from your typical reasons.

You see, I'm an only child. Growing up, I watched all of my friends with their siblings and longed to have a big family.

Now, I have just that. And whenever we're all together I'm still floored that God could entrust one lonely little girl with so many incredible people.

And don't even get me started on the grandkids, because there just aren't enough tissues to go around.

While we're on the topic of family, I'm also thankful for my dogs.

Because they are my babies, too. 

I'm thankful for God's provision. Food, a safe place to lay my head at night and countless other things we often take for granted.

I'm thankful for the simple things in life. Those things that remind us God still reigns and longs to delight His children with His majesty.

Things like gorgeous sunsets.

Picture perfect settings.

I'm thankful for the lovely ladies here at the Yankee-Belle Café and friends who love me just the way I am.

Who encourage me. 

And aren't afraid to call me out when I need it. 

And, of course, I'm thankful for books and for the calling that God has laid upon me to write for Him.

It's a humbling responsibility, indeed.

And today just happens to be the official release date The Deputy's Holiday Family. 
Whoo-hoo!

Okay, now it's your turn to count your blessing.
What are you thankful for?
Don't forget to name them one by one. 


  

Mindy Obenhaus lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband, the youngest of her five children and two dogs. She's passionate about touching readers with Biblical truths in an entertaining, and sometimes adventurous, manner. When she’s not writing, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. Learn more at www.MindyObenhaus.com