A Reminder to Be Here...

This week I've been feeling God's gentle reminder of how precious and fragile life is. Whether it's a friend diagnosed with breast cancer, a baby back in the hospital facing yet another surgery, or this post, I am having this constant tug at my heart to be thankful for each moment and to be present in each moment. Focusing on the next 'fun' item on the calendar or even just hoping for the day to be done so I can relax, is a way of missing His gifts. Life can become so mundane when everyday is filled with the same...cleaning, laundry and cooking, but I am working on consciously being here in every moment to see all of God's gifts. Here are His gifts from this week.

Gifts 106-127

listening to birds chirp as the sun rises

sharing His gifts with others

special candlelight valentine's dinner with the whole family

reading about the flag and watching him carefully hang it up with pride

early morning fog

having to give it completely to God and follow His lead

helping teach young ones about God's Holy Word

singing praises to Him with the girls

trying to memorize her cheeks and golden waves

a super sock matcher

beautiful weather

growing friendships

windows open and the refreshing smell of spring

getting to play outside after school

no more diapers or gates and a big girl carseat...she is growing up and my heart aches

full moon through the telescope

God's reminder that life is a precious and fragile gift...every minute is to be lived fully

littlest one singing along to K-love

three sleeping bags all in a row for movie night

watching her fall asleep

am amazing father for my babies

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
2 Corinthians 9:15