journeysofjenniferjanet

Rainy days. I think that says enough–especially when they fall on a weekend! Nothing like rest and a little relaxation! Thank you Lord for giving me one of these days. It truly is a blessing!

At the top of my list of thankfulness is answered prayers! I realize that God always answers each and every one of our prayers but that it isn’t the answer we look for sometimes. Hard times are supposed to being us closer to him but sometimes that means that we question whether or not He is there for us. “Why isn’t he helping me” we often think. I’m guilty of such thoughts too! Last year at this time, my prayers were to become pregnant. This year, it’s been for my baby boy to sleep better at night. Of course, those aren’t the only prayers on my list! But once again, God answered my pleading. Samuel slept nine hours! Did I mention, straight. It’s amazing how good sleep is, but maybe God was helping me appreciate it more by taking it away for a while. God has a plan that’s for sure. Sometimes we know what it is and other times, we either need to be still and listen or accept what he is trying to do. Thank you God for always answering my prayers. Help me to accept the answer you give, even when I might not like it.

I am thankful that I’ve got such a wonderful mother. She gives herself to me and my sisters selflessly day after day. What a mom! Hopefully one day I can be at least half as good as she is as a mom. Lord, please bless my mother and help me to show her how much I love her and how grateful I am for her!

Many thoughts of thankfulness goes to how fortunate I am. I have got to be the luckiest girl in the whole wide world. I work with my mom every single day and most recently my dad started working with us. Its amazing! I can’t begin to add up all the hours we are able to spend together. Even though we don’t get to sit around and visit, just being in their presence is special enough. Dear God, thank you for the time you give us together, even if we aren’t always doing something extra special.

My thankfulness today is for all the technology we have access to. Such a never ending gift bestowed upon us to think of all the ways we can communicate with others. Help me Lord to use the technology you give me access to to build others up and glorify you. Guide me as well so that it doesn’t consume my time inappropriately.

On this 15th day, I am thankful for my sisters I’m not sure how so many others can get along in life without them! I always tell Nic if we have a girl we are trying until we get another. She can’t be alone in that respect! They are wonderful because you can always be yourself. No fooling you there. Whether its to joke, cry or listen, we can take it and dish it back. I have TWO! How lucky can I be? You have no idea and words can begin to describe it. My life would be incomplete without them. Thank you Lord for giving them both to me. Please help me to be there for them like they are for me!

I’m thankful for owning my own business. I am able to have extra freedoms so I can spend time with my son. Although the level of responsibility is quite high, this must be the path God has for me. I love what I do! Dear Father, please continue to show me the path you want me on and help me lift up others through my work.

I am forever thankful for motherhood! This time last year I wasn’t a mother (or at least I didn’t know quite yet!), but it wasn’t too long after that. This new role the past year hasn’t been easy, however it’s THE best job one could have. In fact, I hate to use the word job when privilege is much more fitting. I am looking forward to more countless nights of sleep, gobs of runny noses, millions of kisses, billions of hugs and endless “I Love Yous!”. Dear Lord continue to lead me to be a Christ-filled mother and always offer my praises to you for ALL that I have and every opportunity you send my way!

My thankfulness is for the ability to help others, I’ve always been drawn to doing. Maybe it’s due to being the oldest child and always asked to do so. Maybe its because I was raised to be compassionate. Either way, I’m glad to be there for people in need. It can be the tiniest acts or a large project. I pray that the Lord continue to guide me to those in need and to utilize my talents to best help who you see fit.

My thankfulness today is dedicated to the military men and women who have served our country and who continue to serve. Without their sacrifices, I wouldn’t be entitled to all the freedoms that we have. May the Lord continue to shine down upon them and their families!