thankful

So, it's been a hundred years since I last wrote anything, but I wanted to write this down because I really want to work on it in my life. I wanted to share what I am thankful for, and not necessarily because this happens to be the month that we celebrate Thanksgiving, but because I really feel God wants me to be more thankful. I am often whiny, selfish and discontented.

I am thankful for...

* my family & friends
* my relationship with Jesus
* the freedoms we have in America, that don't exist in other parts of the world
* my health
* my church
* my career as a nurse
* the fact that I am employed
* my car
* enough to eat
* my cozy apartment
* the ability to run
* being outdoors/nature
* laughter
* education
* peaceful sleep
* Christmas trees (they smell so good and look so pretty)
* electricity
* clean water
* random acts of kindness
* moments when I get to share about my faith
* Asics running shoes
* visits with family
* my couch

I could keep going; I certainly have much more to be thankful for!