Sweet Relief

Feeling oh-so-thankful that Day 1 is done. Definitely not perfect, but blessed nonetheless.

Grateful.

Grateful for a daughter's growing maturity and desire to be involved and help out. Grateful for kids who understand and do their best when life doesn't always go their way. And MOST grateful for my own surprisingly upbeat attitude and the incredible blessing of a positive spirit during my time at home - definitely stirred to make the best of our time together and giving thanks for the growing peace within.

God is good - all the time.

326. Waking easily and enjoying quiet time in the morning hours.

327. Tired children who slept in and had to be woken up! A rare occasion in this family!

328. Sweet and unexpected encouragement from a dear friend.

329. A care-free afternoon to rest and relax.

330. Finding even the slightest relief from recurring back pain as a result of said relaxing afternoon.

331. A heart stirred with God-breathed affirmation.

332. The opportunity to encourage.

333. Excited discoveries of new life in backyard nests.

334. Dinnertime laughter.

335. Connecting with a teenager and encouraging an interest in baking while making homemade granola cereal together.