My Lent Project: Day 26

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


An entire morning with nothing on the calendar.


The birds singing.


The return of the warm weather uniform.


A 75 degree day ahead.


A walk on the golf course with my sweet husband.


The Chattahoochee River.


Grass that's turning green.


Tall pines.


Running into friends while running errands.


50% off at Hobby Lobby.


Another walk on the golf course with a good friend.


Her happiness about leading the prayer on the morning announcements.


Wonderful comments about our boy.


Colorful braces.


Honey lime tilapia.


Strawberry balsamic vinegar.


An awesome catch in left field.


A double play.


Remembering.


Jesus, who was pierced for our transgressions, crushed for our sins.

My Lent Project: Day 25

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Sleep.


Charlie's discipleship group.


Church.


All the information I could possibly need.


Completing an important step.


A sweet text from a great friend.


Invitations.


Tony Horton's Total Body workout.


When she wears her hair in a side ponytail.


My husband in his purple and white shirt.


Dinner out.


Great service.


Champagne vinaigrette dressing.


Black olives.


When he tries something new and likes it.


Clean sheets.


Oak trees.


Jesus, my comforter, my all in all.

My Lent Project: Day 24

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Saturdays.


Something new.


A beginning.


Opportunities.


His support.


Their questions.


Travel cups.


Freshly sharpened pencils.


Learning.


A long lunch break.


A win for my Wolf.


Libby's love of little ones.


Charlie drawing out lacrosse plays for me.


One day down, one to go.


Shawn T's Max Cardio Conditioning workout.


A quiet night at home with our family.


Puppy love.


Jesus, the King of Kings, the Lord of all.

My Lent Project: Day 23

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Help.


An organized co-chair.


Answered questions.


A great change.


The 2014 Artist Market cookbook.


Tony Horton's Triometrics workout.


Tony Horton's Diamond Delts workout.


Children's books.


Being the mystery reader in my daughter's 2nd grade class.


Giggles.


Raised hands.


Scissors.


Staple guns.


Being able to transform a set of chairs with paint and fabric.


Brooms.


Dustbusters.


Grills.


Broccoli with toasted pine nuts.


A nice conversation.


A kind compliment.


Jesus, whose love is too high, too deep, and too wide to ever comprehend.

My Lent Project: Day 22

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


The return of routine.


Praying before a meeting at school.


Reconnecting.


Looking ahead.


A sweet new partner on the tennis court.


Clay courts.


A win in two sets.


No double faults (for possibly the first time ever!).


Tony Horton's Core 2 workout.


The power of paint on old chairs.


The last coat.


Being able to sympathize because of past experiences.


Watching Libby at gymnastics practice.


Watching Charlie warm up his swing before a baseball game.


When the wind dies down.


Lotion.


A row of tulips open to the sunshine.


Email invitations.


Good people in my life.


Jesus, who will never leave me . . . never forsake me. 

My Lent Project: Day 21

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Late arrival Wednesdays.


Waffle makers.


Making the green light.


A helpful introduction.


The prospect of something new.


My Bible study core leader.


The book of Romans.


The way God's word always speaks directly to me.


The opportunity to make amends.


Praying with a group of women.


Tony Horton's Back and Biceps workout.


A brisk walk with the pup.


My daughter's smile from the carpool line.


My son's hair twirling.


Libby's sewing class.


Turkey meatballs.


Cranberry pear balsamic vinegar.


Lemon olive oil.


Reliving our trip with Iphone videos.


Shutterfly.


Signs of Spring.


Jesus, who can do immeasurably more than anything we can ask or imagine.

My Lent Project: Day 20

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


A walk with my husband.


Tony Horton's Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps workout.


My tennis team.


Reuniting with friends.


Sharing spring break stories.


Tennis pros.


A good shot.


Serves that go in.


Our blooming Dogwood tree.


The blooming Redbud trees.


TULIPS!


Freshly grated parmesan.


Toasted almonds.


Lemon chicken.


Hugs from Charlie and Libby.


Loyalty.


Help from friends.


Being part of something big.


Preparation.


Jesus, who makes all things new.

My Lent Project: Day 19

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Home.


Safe travels.


Family.


Memories.


A smooth flight.


A good book to read.


Luggage that arrives on time.


Surprisingly light traffic.


My own shower.


My own towels.


My own potty.


My own bed.


My own pillow.


Alcohol for sanitizing.


A loving husband who accommodates my OCD.


Getting things back where they belong.


Clean clothes.


That extra day of Spring Break.


Love.


Jesus, who can take what is broken and make it whole. 

My Lent Project: Day 18

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


One more day on the mountain.


The excitement in their voices.


A healthy breakfast.


Sunshine.


Not a cloud in the sky.


Making it almost 10K on cross country skis.


Quiet.


A cool breeze at just the right time.


The half wedge.


Going downhill.


Squirrels scampering through the snow.


Capability.


The views.


Praying at the top of McCoy Park.


A clean bathroom.


Automatic paper towel dispensers.


A final afternoon of snowshoeing.


Deep breaths.


A delicious dinner in the village.


Watching the ice skaters.


Finally getting that chocolate chip cookie.


A wonderful spring break with our family.


Four days of skiing with no injuries.


Thoughts of home.


Jesus, who took all my sin upon himself and set me free. 

My Lent Project: Day 17

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


A good night's sleep.


Sore muscles.


Warm toast.


Sweet strawberries.


Our son, waking up and stretching to get ready for another day on the slopes.


Our daughter, always game for whatever is on the day's agenda.


Margaret, the kids ski instructor.


SNOW!


The way God puts people in your life for a reason.


Eric, my cross country ski instructor.


Cross country skiing on fresh powder - wow.


Feeling completely warm in 30 degree weather.


Making it all the way down Polaris and Discovery Loop, and back.


Gaining confidence.


Bonding with someone who has no colon.


Tips for my semi-colon from my new friend.


The wonderful people in the Beaver Creek Nordic Center.


Lunch with my family at the base of the mountain.


An afternoon of snowshoeing.


Going my own way.


Making new tracks.


Solitude.


Forests.


Pines and spruces covered in white.


Pure peace.


Our kids making snow angels.


Jesus, the perfect lamb, without blemish.

My Lent Project: Day 16

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Having a washer and dryer on vacation.


Long underwear.


Perfect weather for another day in Beaver Creek.


The Upper Atlas snowshoeing trail.


Backpacks.


An unexpected gift.


Evergreen trees.


Cell phones with cameras.


Finding your way.


A stunning overlook.


Lunch with friends from home, over a thousand miles from home.


Egg and cheese crepes.


George, the cross country ski instructor.


Performance equipment.


Good tips from someone who knows.


Facing fear.


A confident stop.


The feeling of accomplishment.


When someone nails it on the head.


Watching my husband and children skiing together.


A hot shower.


Dinner with friends from home, over a thousand miles from home.


Laughing.


Hearing about someone's success.


Celebrating.


A table full of giggling girls with our boy at the head.


Samples on spoons.


Hand warmers in my pockets.


Shuttle vans.


Sitting in front of a fire, surrounded by family, remembering a wonderful day.


Jesus, the wonderful counselor.

My Lent Project: Day 15

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Blue skies in Beaver Creek.


My kids in their ski gear doing the ski boot walk.


Georgia, the ski instructor from Minnesota.


Chair lifts.


Snowshoes.


A warm hat.


Gloves.


McCoy Park, one of only a few Nordic parks in the world that is on the TOP of a mountain.


God's unbelievable creations.


Being surrounded by beauty and silence.


Finding something you thought was gone.


Beaver Crepes in the village.


The Alpine crepe (think spinach, goat cheese, mushrooms - YUM).


Linda, the cross country ski instructor.


Learning something new.


Staying upright.


Gliding.


My father-in-law's homemade vegetable soup.


Glow sticks.


A roaring fire.


Live music.


Fireworks.


Jesus, who works all things out for the good of those He loves.

My Lent Project: Day 14

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Airport security.


Running into friends in one of the busiest airports in the world.


Airplanes.


Pilots.


Peanuts.


A safe flight.


Beaver Creek, Colorado.


Mountains in ever direction.


Aspen trees.


Untouched snow.


Family vacations.


A warm coat.


Cold medicine.


Starbucks.


Roast chicken.


Peach gelato.


The United States of America.


Libby in her silver sequined Uggs.


Charlie trying out his ski poles around the house we're staying in.


The looks on their faces when they talk about the days ahead.


Jesus, who is with me wherever I go.

My Lent Project: Day 13

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Family.


Waking up to another day of life.


Kids counting down the days.


Vanilla almond milk.


The Immaculate Baking Company's cinnamon rolls.


Opportunity.


Democracy.


Big dreams.


Big suitcases.


Surprises.


Restaurants that take reservations.


A lunch date with my husband.


When the packing is finished.


Libby in her purple leotard.


The freckles scattered across Charlie's nose.


Honesty.


Jesus, the light of the world.

My Lent Project: Day 12

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Saint Patrick, the Apostle of Ireland, credited with bringing Christianity to his country.


Shamrocks, which Saint Patrick used to explain the Holy Trinity.


Leprechauns.


The color green.


A holiday that makes people dye fountains, rivers, their hair.


Parades.


My husband's love of March madness.


Filling out NCAA Tournament brackets for our friendly family feud.


Shawn T's Upper Body Weight Training workout.


Ceiling fans.


Leftovers.


Strawberries dipped in Nutella.


Ping Pong tables.


Seat belts.


A full tank of gas.


A family game of Uno.


Puppy love.


Paint.


Jesus . . . our Emmanuel . . . here with us.

My Lent Project: Day 11

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


My marriage.


Healthy parents.


Charlie in his pajama pants, which keep getting shorter.


My nieces - Presley, Lily Mae, and Susannah.


Forsythia in bloom.


Paper towels.


Cart wipes.


"Buy 1, get 1 free" deals.


Veggie burgers.


Movie theatres.


Shawn T's Pure Cardio workout.


Tony Horton's Pilates workout.


Finding exactly what you're looking for.


Clean baseboards.


Libby in her cowgirl boots.


My mother-in-law's recipes.


Back rubs.


Jesus, who drives the dark away.

My Lent Project: Day 10

Instead of giving UP something for Lent, I’m giving THANKS for the many blessings of life.  Here’s what I’m feeling incredibly thankful for today . . .


Opening day of baseball season.


Our son in his Orioles uniform.


A stolen base.


A friend for Libby at the ballpark.


Slides.


Bradford Pears in bloom.


The perfect climbing tree.


Bananas.


Purple pansies.


Sunscreen.


Lip gloss.


Lawnmowers.


Freshly cut grass.


Paint.


Almonds.


Fetch in the backyard.


A puppy bath.


Warm socks right out of the dryer.


Club soda with freshly squeezed lemon.


Jesus, who sits at the right hand of God and intercedes for me.