Be Thankful Always

The holidays are here!! I always want to be ready, but I never am. I enjoy life at a slow pace and this time of year, if you do that, you'll find yourself totally blindsided come the 25th. So, I need to amp things up a notch and try to get in gear for all that is to come.

Okay, Thanksgiving, I can't even begin to list each and everything in my life for which I am thankful, so I'll sum it up briefly in generalities. At the top of the list is He, who sacrificed His earthly existence for me and all His children. Coming in next is family, friends and health. I've got to add little fuzzy white dogs and their health, as well. After that, it is just all the wonderful opportunities I am given each and everyday. Opportunities to see His love all around me and opportunities to show His love through my contact with others. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

More, specifically, I am so thankful for the extra left hand lane on I75 between Lexington and Georgetown. I had never even noticed it before, but it sure came in handy Monday when headed home. As I was passing traffic on the far left, the car I was passing decided to pull over into my lane, also to pass. I can't even imagine what would have occurred had that lane before the barrier not been there. I'm also thankful that the temperatures were cool yesterday and last night, since a gallon of milk was forgotten in the floorboard of the back seat of my car.

And, finally, I am so thankful to have God's word each and every day, and for daily devotionals made so available by publications like the UpperRoom. Today's takes me to 2 Thessalonians, chapter 5. We are urged to be encouraging, helpful, patient and kind. Verse 16 continues with: "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." Amen to that.

One more thing, I am especially thankful to have found a copy of Brad Paisley's Christmas CD. I've been wanting to nab one since my sister told me he had one out last year. Well, I found a copy yesterday, so I look forward to listening to it soon.

I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with your friends and family. I'm gonna get busy so I'll be somewhat ready come tomorrow. Be safe and have a great day, luv, Susan