Thankfulness: January 20-21

Today I am thankful for this:

"The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.  And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross."  Colossians 1:15-20

Thankfulness: January 18-19

Today I am thankful for our vehicle. Seriously. I don’t usually think to be thankful for them- I mean, I’m glad I have something to get me where I want to go, but I’ve never really appreciated them.




We have two vehicles, my Saturn and the Firefighter’s Jeep. The Saturn is the official Wondercar: it has over 300,000 miles on it and the body is still in (almost) perfect condition. It’s great on gas, it’s reliable, and it has a fantastic heater which is very important in Maine winters. The Saturn is the first and only vehicle I’ve ever bough, and it’s turned out to be a fantastic investment. We’re hoping to keep it going until it just can’t give any more.



The other vehicle is our Jeep. I never had experienced a four wheel drive vehicle before the Firefighter bought the Jeep before we were married…but I won’t be without 4WD again! We’ve gotten a lot of use out of that with the latest rash of snow storms we’ve had the past month. The Jeep is great for all our outdoorsy activities: it hauls our kayaks quite nicely, we fit all our camping gear in it. It’s the vehicle we use whenever anyone rides with us, so we’ve had lots of fun times and conversations there.



I’m thankful and appreciative of the two safe, reliable, and did I mention paid for??? vehicles that we have.

Thankfulness: January 17

Today is my mom’s birthday. I really don’t think I’d be able to fully explain just how awesome Momm is. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve experienced what other people often talk about: how your mom becomes not just your mom, but also your friend. The Firefighter and I have been able to take a few trips with my parents over the past few years, and it’s so fun to just spend the time together, the four of us, enjoying each other as individuals, and not just in the parent/child relationship sense.




Mom is a Godly woman, a loving wife, a loving mother, a fantastic grandmother, a loyal friend, an honest opinion, a trusted confidant, a fun one to laugh with. She’s a good example of how to be all these things, and I’m so thankful I get to call her MY MOMM.

Thankfulness: January 18

Well, another snowstorm is blowing through our great state today. And with it comes cancellations, postponed activities, slippery roads, people spending more time at home. The Firefighter and I enjoyed a nice, quiet snow evening (instead of snow day), tucked into our warm home, nice and safe. I’m thankful for moments like this, when all the activities quietly halt, and for a few hours, life is focused on loved ones and contentment.

Thankfulness: January 16

Today I am thankful for the opportunity to have The Niece come stay with us for a few days. Or, as she said numerous times, “I am staying here for TWO NIGHTS”, and held up two little fingers to solidify just how many nights she’d be with us. We had the best time with her: we went sliding, we played with play dough, she took a bath (which she LOVES to do…I think it’s so she can play with bubbles), we spent lots of time cuddling, she watched Spongebob, we took her to church with us. She is such a smart little girl for her three and a half years. I think a lot of people say how smart their kid is, or their family children are, but she truly is smart. And quick witted, funny, clever, and always thinking and listening to what’s being said.




I am thankful for the time we got to enjoy her, learn more about her, and love on her.

Thankfulness: January 15

The Firefighter and I spent most of yesterday with my grandparents on my Dad's side. I am so thankful that I still have grandparents; so many my age have already had to say goodbye to theirs. Sadly, we had to say goodbye to my Grampa Rogers almost two years ago, but memories of him are still very much alive.

 I'm not only thankful that I have grandparents still in my life, but that they are still all able to get out and around and being actively enjoying life.

My grandparents came to Augusta and met us there. We went shopping (for my birthday!), went out to lunch, then they came back to our house and brought a tool they had for the Firefighter..and while they were here, discovered our refrigerator doors needed to be fixed, so Grampa and the Firefighter fixed them while Grammie and I looked on. It was a wonderful time to visit and be together, just the four of us. They used to be an almost daily part of my life all growing up, but since I moved away from my home area I haven't been able to see them as often as I, or they, would like. It's always extra sweet when we are able to be together.

Thankfulness: January 13 & 14

We had a good old fashioned blizzard on the 13th! We got over 14" of snow here at the house. It was a true winter wonderland all across the state, and then the next day it was a sparkly, glittery world. Snow is so beautiful!

These days I was thankful for our safety on the roads to and from work and for the safety of those we love.  And, I am thankful for SNOW!