If you've been a reader here for long, you know I've been keeping a gratitude list since January, 2011, after being inspired by Ann Voskamp on her blog A Holy Experience. Her book, One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are
, has been life changing for me! In 2012, Ann challenged us to participate in the Joy Dare to write at least 1,000 gifts in 2012. And in 2013, another challenge to name at least 1,000 gifts. And I continue, counting daily for 2014 + 2015, but I am counting in my personal journal this year.1. lunch while on on call brought by Russ and Damaris
2. holy moments while visiting in a hospital room
3. a glass of cold water
4. a piece of chocolate during a stressful moment
5. my fuzzy pink sweater on a cool morning
6. the peace bling that hangs off my cell phone
7. someone responding when I say hello while walking down the halls of the hospital
8. the kindle app on my android which means I can read while waiting for the rail
9. Bi-monthly Craft @ Taft night
10. pink glittery TOMS
11. my Damaris giving me a huge hug for no reason
12. the dingaling my phone makes when I have an incoming text message
13. a text message from Russ or Damaris
14. love notes left for me to discover
15. watching Damaris devour a book
16. holding hands with Russ in the car
17. pumpkin scones from Starbucks
18. the gift of a cup of Starbucks coffee from a friend
19. a friend dropping by the office to have lunch with me
20. a yummy treat from my sweet co-worker Katherine
21. the aforementioned yummy treat being a piece of pumpkin chocolate chunk cake
22. being able to rejoice with a friend when her medical test came back with good results
23. the friendly woman at Starbucks that saw my fibromyalgia book and ended up sitting at my table discussing this very real disease and how to cope with living with it
24. funny Twitter conversations with friends
25. a loving hubby and daughter who took care of the grocery shopping for me
26. George, my heating pad
27. packages in the mail
28. a surprise treat
29. joining hands with fellow believers in love and concern through prayer
30. the text Damaris sends me every morning on her way to school
31. huge hugs of support and love
32. a hubby willing to give up almost an entire day and night to spend with me during one of my most horrific on-calls ever
33. a daughter who worries about me and whether I am getting enough sleep
34. my heating pad George who is now Georgie with a beautiful pink floral cover
35. knitting swaps
36. love and concern expressed via calls, texts, emails, Facebook, and in person when I am so in need
37. Russ making soup for dinner
38. my new heating blanket, Sage, who provides heat to my whole aching body
39. caring friends who speak the truth to me
40. a rheumatologist who wants to partner with me in working to find a treatment plan for my fibro
41. Vera Bradley purses on sale for a price I can afford
42. being able to slip away to a room with windows versus being enclosed in a windowless room all day long
43. glimpses of Heaven
44. God’s perfect timing
45. Russ and Damaris Wii bowling with me
46. laughter among co-workers
47. nicknames
48. pencil and journal
49. memories brought to mind while looking at old photos
50. those who remember difficult anniversary days with us
51. three day weekends
52. Sunday night ice cream dinners
53. the pleasure I get when I can purge un-necessities out of my life
54. laughing with Russ and Damaris about funny commercials
55. being able to stay in pj’s all day
56. my sweet niece Lola saying “I love you Aunt C.C.”
57. new online friends
58. Eskimo kisses from Damaris
59. good night kisses
60. yummy pink bubblegum
61. laughing so hard it hurts
62. a hot shower on a cold morning
63. my co-workers gathering around me to pray and anoint me when I had a bad migraine
64. a friend who understands what a migraine is like and advocate for me for those around to keep the noise down
65. my Valentines Russ and Damaris
66. a rose from a sweet friend
67. acupuncture
68. a nap after a hard night
69. the endurance to make it through a long on call
70. a new knitting pattern
71. the atrium at the hospital where I can sit and get sunlight in this dark place
72. comfy chairs
73. pink pencils
74. Dove chocolates
75. scarves
76. Friday night SLUGs small group
77. Saturday night church and dinner with the SLUGs
78. Etsy
79. big earrings
80. quiet time and place to sit and journal
81. how well my first video blog went since I'm so new to it
82. affirmation from others about my first video blog
83. 100 calorie cocoa roast almonds
84. packages in the mail
85. the smell of rain
86. new books
87. gratitude
88. a change in my attitude
89. meeting a friend for Starbucks
90. a quiet chapel reflecting on grace
91. fiber optic lights that blink out constellations
92. cute little girls with curly pigtails
93. a ladybug crawling on the car window
94. beautiful ladybug wings as she flies off
95. Sabbath day with Russ
96. the smells in the grocery store
97. free samples of yummy cheese
98. the rainbow colors of the car wash
99. new TOMS shoes
100. stars
101. holding my daughter tight
102. freedom to worship through knitting
103. beignets
104. friends around the dinner table
105. clean sheets
106. family time
107. sharing a funny between me and Damaris
108. communion
109. knee socks and long skirts
110. spoons
111. nice weather days
112. online Scrabble
113. conversation while folding clean clothes
114. playing slugbug without the slug
115. holding hands with Russ and Damaris while praying
116. a clean desk
117. new job for a friend
118. yummy treats at the office
119. reminder through ashes
120. children in prayer
121. journeying together
122. freedom to be raw and real
123. roly polys
124. walking arm in arm with Damaris (and her holding me up when I stumble)
125. time in the Bible and in prayer with Russ and Damaris
126. clearance racks at Target
127. open windows
128. signs of spring
129. fruit
130. deep breaths
131. supportive doctor
132. a bouquet of flowers
133. hope
134. texts through the day from a loving friend
135. amazing music
136. bonus check
137. watching a small lizard scale a pipe
138. a group that understands
139. a quiet day at home
140. feasting day
141. Russ and Damaris' willingness to push me in a wheelchair
142. affordable new furniture pieces
143. needed info at the click of the mouse
144. bagels at the office
145. cool ocean breeze
146. the feel of sand under bare feet
147. ocean waves
148. the look of amazement in Damaris' eyes
149. seashells
150. laughter of joy
151. family time
152. the gift of massage
153. making peace
154. being able to stay calm in a tough situation
155. the crunch of a honey crisp apple
156. being able to reach out to ones who love us in times of disappointment
157. hope
158. a husband willing to push me around in a wheelchair
159. game night
160. new furniture
161. a hard working husband
162. a helpful daughter
163. text message from friends
164. a light workload for a Sunday on-call
165. a new attitude and perspective
166. God speaking to me through the words of others
167. the smell of coffee
168. "Up to the Mountain" by Patty Griffin
169. a daughter who loves to sing
170. my eyes being opened to new ways to minister within the hospital
171. quiet
172. stillness
173. new clothes
174. a snarky texting conversation with Damaris
175. beautiful art I won
176. compliments
177. people who care enough to ask
178. good news
179. sense of relief
180. clean desk
181. conversations over lunch
182. being embraced in love
183. thought-provoking questions
184. webcams and Skype
185. wildflowers
186. podcasts
187. free music
188. art
189. a good book
190. a simple "good morning"
191. writing in pencil so I can erase a mistake
192. an email from the mom of a former NICU patient of mine expressing her gratitude
193. a card from a friend
194. a nap
195. a day with my hubby
196. day-saving text messages
197. a good book
198. conversations with new friends
199. sharing stories over a meal
200. long skirts and TOMS shoes
201. a day off with my hubby
202. a weekend with no on-calls for Russ and I
203. great sales
204. a free gift card
205. saving money by using coupons
206. the Resurrection
207. worshiping with our church family
208. a cool breeze on a sunny day
209. Ocean Potion blue gel to help with my sunburn from having church outdoors
210. a new niece or nephew on the way
211. Skypeing with my niece Lola, my sister Carrie, my mom Beckey, and my dad Gary
212. the way Lola says Damaris' name
213. Lola telling me via Skype that she is going to be a big sister
214. hot tea with breakfast
215. leisurely mornings
216. knowing this is not the end
217. pretty pink flowers
218. rocking chairs
219. supportive family
220. funny jokes shared among family on a car ride
221. my new power chair named Lorelai Daisy
222. my new favorite music group coming on while at the coffee shop
223. winning a prize
224. a new dream
225. free lunch
226. a comic strip I can relate too
227. elevators
228. Mexican food
229. text message #50 zillion between me and a friend
230. sharing my love of knitting
231. a tv show viewing with Damaris that touches us so much we are brought to tears
232. Hallmark channel movies
233. my new chair Lorelai Daisy who is super helpful on long on-calls
234. cooler weather with a nice breeze
235. learning from mistakes
236. a quote that speaks to the soul
237. jazz hands
238. laughing until my stomach hurts
239. hearing my phone ring and knowing it's someone I love on the other end
240. silence
241. kind people on the rail who help me get my chair situated on the rail
242. finding applies that I like for a good price
243. the bi-monthly Fibromyalgia Association of Houston meetings
244. ministering to a hospital patient (and being ministered to myself) as we shared our similar journeys, offering counsel to her, and being reminded of what God has called me to do
245. affirmation that I am called to be part of people's long-term journeys versus a one-time, five minutes visit
246. hope through the words of a nutritionist who understands my struggle
247. a cup of hot tea after a rough day
248. dark chocolate
249. lacy slippers
250. laughing babies seen in church
251. a book to teach me new knowledge
252. end of on calls hopefully forever
253. looking ahead to the future
254. meals with Russ and Damaris at our hospitals
255. cool breeze blowing Damaris' hair
256. a potential help to some of my health issues
257. sappy romantic movies
258. Monk's Prayer Tea
259. job possibilities
260. dinner with sweet friends after church
261. fresh produce
262. a day off with my family
263. yall without the apostrophe
264. short work weeks
265. speaking whale with Damaris
266. Damaris' God-given intelligence
267. swimming pool
268. Shauna Niequist's writings
269. another day at the beach/ocean with Russ and Damaris
270. sweet potato fries
271. exciting, good news phone calls
272. promising meetings
273. Damaris sharing an amazing book with me
274. giggling with Damaris, Lola, and my mom on Skype
275. watching episodes of Smallville with Russ and Damaris
276. great sales
277. Arnica Gel
278. lunch in the Atrium with a good book
279. singing silly songs with Damaris, Lola, and my mom on Skype and then all bursting into fits of laughter
280. hydrangeas
281. taking time to breathe
282. back and forth across the pool
283. getting to hold one of my NICU babies
284. the excitement Damaris exhibits when a new Netflix movie comes
285. a kind note
286. saying goodbye to a baby in the NICU who finally gets to go home
287. swimming with Damaris
288. the possibility of rain
289. the sound of water falling
290. finishing a knitting project
291. bubbles
292. play dough
293. pipe cleaners
294. crayons
295. glitter
296. markers
297. construction paper
298. a letter from our Compassion daughter Karla
299. peaceful time with Damaris and Russ watching a movie together
300. a grocery cart full of fruits and veggies
301. gluten free cake
302. Gilmore Girls
303. girls' night
304. friendships so blessed that the thought of distance brings tears
305. Damaris' desire to increase her knowledge of knitting
306. encouraged creativity
307. holidays
308. kindness in situations that could be stressful
309. stomach hurting laughter
310. Skype to talk to Damaris while she's in New Mexico
311. water walking with Russ and the conversations we have while we exercise
312. trees with pink flowers
313. quiet
314. stillness
315. sweet card and gift from a friend
316. knitted kittys
317. bursting into song
318. new friends
319. hugs
320. laughter with friends
321. a clean swimming pool
322. technology to keep me connected with Damaris
323. the beauty of mushrooms
324. not goodbye, but see you later
325. peace in the office because...
326. strawberry frozen margaritas
327. reminiscing
328. a blank greeting card to fill with words
329. Starbucks treats
330. friendship across the miles
331. a good doctor's appointment
332. wireless internet
333. smelling pink roses
334. fellow NCIS fans
335. pinterest
336. a new nephew
337. private jokes
338. finding my "long lost twin"
339. date night
340. winning a prize
341. seeing my daughter from afar at the airport after 4 weeks apart
342. compliments
343. new hairstyle
344. amazing quotes
345. my baby girl home and asleep in her own bed
346. relief
347. being done with 8 units (2 years) of CPE writing
348. Damaris giving of herself
349. an end in sight
350. dinner with a friend to catch up and say goodbye
351. friends who help load moving trucks
352. safe traveling
353. long hug from my mom
354. seeing my family again after 2.5 years
355. coloring with Lola
356. long naps
357. hard working husband
358. waking up and knowing I don't have to go to work today
359. RAIN!!!
360. cooler temperatures
361. laughing until it hurts
362. phone call from a friend just because
363. Lola's hugs and kisses
364. snuggles with Damaris
365. Russ being home
366. decisions that bring peace
367. time with Mom and Carrie
368. reading for a friend
369. a roof over our heads
370. an empty calendar
371. library books
372. butterflies
373. hummingbirds
374. start of a new friendship
375. Dish Rag Tag - Team Knit 1, Win 1 (K1W1)
376. rolling down the windows in the car
377. being able to be part of Lola's 3rd birthday
378. Russ' new job
379. rain - 1 whole inch
380. knitting with Damaris
381. gluten free cereal
382. 14 years of marriage
383. special ones who remember with us our J.T., M.J., and N.A.
384. our journey of grief
385. learning from the journeys of others
386. being touched deep in my soul by words on my computer screen
387. embracing instead of being overwhelmed
388. pumpkin spice!
389. sweet handmade poster from Damaris
390. "in sickness"
391. water aerobics
392. weightlessness
393. a new friend
394. gluten free baking
395. unexpected generosity
396. someone else washing my hair
397. teaching Damaris about our practice of mutual submission in marriage
398. receiving all good things in the mail instead of bills
399. music that resonates within me
400. words that speak of the longing of my soul to be in community
401. family time
402. free Starbucks
403. countless birthday wishes
404. gluten free pumpkin scones
405. connecting
406. Eskimo kisses
407. teaching a new friend to knit
408. knitting around a table at IHOP
409. the tinkling of wind chimes
410. starting to find my place in this new old town
411. 2 hours of uninterrupted knitting
412. the smell of coffee
413. another year of life being celebrated for Damaris
414. the priceless look of excitement on Damaris' face
415. having some quiet time
416. reflecting on Damaris' life thus far
417. beauty of the moon low in the sky
418. having peace about letting something go
419. the smell of pumpkin cake baking
420. worshiping through knitting
421. curling up in bed with Damaris watching a movie
422. hot coffee on a cold morning
423. free books to read on my Kindle app
424. weather cool enough for long sleeves
425. a celebration in honor of baby Wyatt's upcoming arrival
426. hearing Damaris learning to play the keys of the piano
427. how much Russ and Damaris carry me through when I can't physically, mentally, and/or emotionally do things
428. warm fuzzy slippers on a cool morning
429. half price white chocolate candy corn M&M's
430. the tinkling of wind chimes
431. making a family favorite dinner gluten free
432. working in the kitchen with Russ and Damaris
433. hot chocolate with a peppermint stick made by Damaris
434. the look on Damaris' face when we surprised her
435. friends with whom the years that pass seem only as moments
436. dancing in the kitchen with Damaris
437. a hot fudge sundae
438. All is Grace
439. a daughter who knows how and is willing to make coffee
440. a chocolate covered strawberry
441. tender massage
442. wearing a scarf
443. sweet potato fries
444. putting up Christmas decorations
445. the Macy's parade and getting to watch it with others who enjoy it like I do
446. my heated throw
447. Russ' willingness to dig through the storage unit to find my heated throw
448. craft shows
449. presents wrapped with love and care
450. singing along to movies with Damaris
451. a quiet day at home
452. watching Momma dance while Lola plays the piano
453. giggling about the dancing
454. Advent devotional with Russ and Damaris
455. talking about what we hope for
456. gluten free bread for communion
457. toesey woosies and footsie wootsies
458. the beauty of pure white snow
459. sitting by the fire
460. gingerbread house decorating
461. the smell of peppermint
462. a book that I just don't want to put down
463. epsom salt
464. my new Kindle Fire
465. the joy Jesus brings
466. cleansing tears
467. date night
468. devotion
469. a finished knitting project
470. receiving the gift of two handmade shawls
471. friendship made over the shared love of creating
472. a friend's kind thoughts
473. overhearing Damaris teaching Lola how to fold and hang up clean laundry
474. Wyatt's birth
475. the smell of a freshly bathed baby
476. the sweet lamblike sounds a newborn baby makes
477. the feeling of holding a newborn baby in my arms
478. a new nephew
479. baking marathon
480. snuggling with baby Wyatt
481. celebrating my sister's 31st birthday
482. gluten free snickerdoodles
483. laughing with my sister as Wyatt "sprang a leak"
484. baby hiccups
485. only an hour at the DMV
486. phone call from a friend
487. the lady at Sonic bringing me a handful of mints
488. 4 of the 5 PWABs Skypeing
489. a white Christmas
490. wet baby kisses
491. Russ having the day off of work
492. New shirts
493. Russ' willingness to go to a job he doesn't enjoy day after day so the bills get paid
494. the shock on Damaris' face when baby Wyatt tried to nurse on her arm and left a hickey
495. Russ' face when we showed him the hickey
496. Zephaniah 3:17 showing up so often recently
497. Sharing prayer needs with my precious child who is growing up so quickly
498. And then her innocence as she seeks to understand something
499. Reading aloud in bed to Russ as I hear God speaking
500. A book so captivating I just can't put it down
501. Rereading One Thousand Gifts
502. Finding I remember more about the piano than I thought I did
503. Russ getting to come home for lunch
504. Lola "singing" the Christmas cards
505. Baby's umbilical cord stump falling off
506. Damaris' imagination
507. Seeing the stars
508. Playing Monopoly with Damaris
509. My cool new boots
510. Baby Wyatt sleeping on my chest
511. A long relaxing bubble bath
512. Realizing I've counted over halfway to 1,000
513. a new year
514. the hopes I have for 2012
515. gentle yoga
516. arnica gel
517. clean sheets
518. clothes warm from the dryer
519. pink bubble gum
520. B-Ma and Lola playing hide and seek
521. my eucharisteo banner
522. 30 day blog challenge
523. knitted stitch after knitted stitch
524. then purled stitch after purled stitch
525. working on a project with Russ
526. looking at old pictures
527. Damaris' shocked declaration, "I'll be 13 this year!"
528. fuzzy socks to keep cold toes warm
529. (1) my compassionate nature
530. (2) my organized self
531. (3) my creativity
532. (4) being dark enough outside that we can see stars
533. (5) whoever invented central heat and air
534. (6) fruit
535. (7) "I love you Mamma!"
536. (8) "I love you honey!"
537. (9) "Thank you!"
538. (10) my great-grandmother's delicate hanky that I get to pass on to Damaris
539. (11) a new calendar
540. (12) my peace wall hanging that reminds me
541. (13) One Thousand Gifts (really slowing down to read it and digest it this time)
542. (14) the Christmas stocking I'm knitting for baby Wyatt
543. (15) Damaris giving of herself to help me
544. (16) my owl wallet and it's words that remind me to live simply
545. (17) cheese
546. (18) my passion for helping other women with chronic illness and learning how God wants to use that
547. (19) knitting with Damaris
548. (20) laughing with Russ
549. (21) loving on baby Wyatt with Damaris
550. (22) the sun shining bright
551. (23) baby hair curls as we walk by the mirror
552. (24) tree branches empty awaiting new birth in the spring
553. (25) my journal to record my thoughts, feelings, and gifts
554. (26) walking by the window and then pausing for a time to watch the huge snowflakes fall to the earth
555. (27) my memories as I sought grace in the pain
556. (28) dealing with another migraine but having meds to help
557. (29) Russ bringing home a coke to help my pained head
558. (30) phone all from my friend Paula in the midst of my rough day
559. (31) my new (free) Winnie the Pooh pillow that brings a smile to my face
560. (32) the soft lights reflecting off the bedroom wall
561. (33) the inside of my breakfast hard boiled egg
562. (34) the full moon lighting up the night sky
563. (35) the freshly vacuumed carpet so soft and clean
564. (36) Russ sleeping next to me
565. (37) Damaris' excited squeal as grace is given
566. (38) the jingle my phone makes when a text comes in because I know it's from someone I love and care about
567. (39) the sound of soap bubbles popping as I take a relaxing bath
568. (40) the brokenness and then peace I felt from a past situation being brought to mind as I walk with a friend through a difficult situation
569. (41) seeing miscarriage becoming something that can be talked (and sung) about as a way to help bring healing in multiple directions
570. (42) God still working in and through me even in my broken ill state
571. (43) my mother's ring that Russ and Damaris gave me for my birthday last year
572. (44) purging the closet because just because something is pink doesn't mean I have to keep it
573. (45) snuggling
574. (46) long conversation with my Momma and brother-in-law about many topics
575. (47) walking down memory lane of fourteen years of family pictures
576. (48) spending time laughing with Russ and Damaris
577. (49) pictures taken from a three year old's point of view
578. (50) knowing God has a plan for us and trying to be content in the waiting
579. (51) rocking with baby Wyatt while drinking coffee
580. (52) Zephaniah 3:17 ~ The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.
581. (53) Isaiah 14:24 ~ The Lord Almighty has sworn, "Surely, as I have planned, so it will be, and as I have purposed, so it will happen."
582. (54) Psalm 31:24 ~ So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the Lord!
583. (55) the smell of homemade cinnamon rolls (even if I can't eat them)
584. (56) January weather warm enough for capri pants
585. (57) Damaris our miracle baby
586. (58) baby fine hair
587. (59) baby lips and the slobbery open mouthed kisses they give
588. (60) the rise and fall of baby's chest as he sleeps on mine
589. (61) feel of spring in the air
590. (62) my babies who I hold in my heart
591. (63) stepping out on faith and seeing details fall into place
592. (64) K.C. and her time with us
593. (65) date with Russ
594. (66) details unfolding one by one
595. (67) grace
596. (68) peace
597. (69) mercy
598. (70) blue water bottle reminding me to hydrate
599. (71) fun blue nail polish
600. (72) baby Wyatt's eyes
601. (73) endurance
602. (74) love
603. (75) gift of song
604. (76) sleep
605. (77) listening ear
606. (78) tickling and laughing with Damaris
607. (79) friendship with Christine and family
608. (80) tons of friends in Abilene
609. (81) getting to reconnect with so many Abilene friends
610. (82) compassion
611. (83) phileo love
612. (84) listening
613. (85) "I need your breath inside of me, I am incomplete, I am on my knees, I will run, I will fall into your arms and come undone"
614. (86) welcome
615. (87) going home
616. (88) "The Eternal your God is standing right here among you, and he is the champion who will rescue you. He will joyfully celebrate over you; he will rest in his love for you; he will joyfully sing because of you like a new husband." Zephaniah 3:17, The Voice
617. (89) "My soul quietly waits for the True God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my deliverance, my citadel high on the hill; I will not be shaken." Psalm 62:1-2, The Voice
618. (90) "But those who trust in the Eternal One will regain their strength. They will soar on wings as eagles. They will run--never winded, never weary. They will walk--never tired, never faint." Isaiah 40:31, The Voice
619. (91) Scripture
620. (92) Unconditional love as I hold baby Wyatt in my arms
621. (93) Memories of good times
622. (94) Quiet time to relax
623. (95) A friend coming by
624. (96) Spending time with Russ
625. (97) I'm sorry. Will you forgive me?
626. (98) Yes we'll be able to help.
627. (99) Will you help my friend?
628. (100) "I love you" written in sour cream on my baked potato
629. (101) "What is a friend? A single soul dwelling in two bodies." ~ Aristotle
630. (102) "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined." ~ Thoreau
631. (103) Pretty pink Lola toenails
632. (104) Beautiful blonde Lola hair curls
633. (105) $67 for Living Water
634. (106) Clothes that one again fit
635. (107) A place to live even if it's not our own
636. (108) Sweater to keep me warm
637. (109) The moon shining almost fully
638. (110) Stars forming constellations
639. (111) The sun warming a cool day
640. (112) My knitting bag
641. (113) Red straw in the Sonic drink Russ brought me
642. (114) Red crayon on the picture Lola colored for me
643. (115) Potato peels
644. (116) Gluten free doughnuts
645. (117) New book from Paperback Swap
646. (118) Skypeing with Shari
647. (119) Surprise farewell party at small group
648. (120) Laughing until I cried with Damaris
649. (121) Giving baby Wyatt a bath
650. (122) Showing baby Wyatt his reflection in the mirror
651. (123) Listening to Lola rub lotion on baby Wyatt's belly
652. (124) Missing treasures found
653. (125) Cooperation
654. (126) Donating no longer needed things
655. (127) Saying goodbye
656. (128) Last Sunday lunch
657. (129) Stepping out on faith
658. (130) a new book to read
659. (131) a friend bringing over the stuff to make chocolate covered strawberries
660. (132) Valentine's gifts
661. (133) grace
662. (134) forgiveness
663. (135) unconditional love
664. (136) saying goodbye to living near/with family
665. (137) returning to our "home"
666. (138) a special gift I'm knitting
667. (139) help loading/unloading Uhaul in the dark and rain
668. (140) treasures rediscovered in boxes that had been in storage
669. (141) beautiful heart shaped lights shining in the dark
670. (142) the gift of communion shared with others
671. (143) knitting for charities
672. (144) friendship and the giving and receiving that is bound up within it
673. (145) tax refund
674. (146) Valentine's cards
675. (147) coupons
676. (148) time spent living with family
677. (149) a temporary place to live at "home"
678. (150) finding normal despite illness
679. (151) coffee in bed
680. (152) good conversation over lunch
681. (153) celebrating a new job for Russ
682. (154) the inside of a Pink Lady apple
683. (155) moisturizing shower gel
684. (156) the pages of a book
685. (157) the cycle of the seasons into Lent
686. (158) beginning to pray the daily offices
687. (159) finding our place at home
688. (160) cans of food
689. (161) lights hung above the bed
690. (162) beautiful bed on which to sleep in our temporary home
691. (163) sleeping late
692. (164) morning cup of coffee
693. (165) good emails
694. (166) comfy yoga pants
695. (167) fresh fruit
696. (168) living on a budget
697. (169) precious toddler seeing his reflection in the screen door
698. (170) Damaris dozing off against the car window on the way home from the Oscar's party
699. (171) lights reflecting on the water on the drive home
700. (172) Facing another day through the pain
701. (173) A job even if it's not a dream job
702. (174) Not having to walk the journey alone
703. (175) Always a roof over our heads
704. (176) Never going hungry
705. (177) God being ever present even when it doesn't feel like it
706. (178) A normal just another day kind of day
707. (179) Ice crystals in my coffee drink
708. (180) Washed and folded and put away laundry
709. (181) Finding something that had been lost
710. (182) A new knitting project
711. (183) Yummy gluten free goodies
712. (184) Green fingernail polish
713. (185) Luscious green grapes
714. (186) My green heating blanket that soothes my fibromyalgia pain filled body
715. (187) The beautiful pink sapphire and diamonds ring that Russ gave me for our 10th anniversary
716. (188) My mother's ring, a gift from Russ and Damaris
717. (189) TOMS shoes, comfy for me and buying them gives a child a pair of shoes as well
718. (190) My chronic illness because it has forced me to slow down
719. (191) A place to live with friends because it helps me focus on the importance of relationships and journeying with each other
720. (192) Respectful, honest conversations about difficult subjects because it allows me to learn from others while sharing my feelings
721. (193) reassurance
722. (194) humor in the simplest things
723. (195) rest
724. (196) Damaris playing the role of caretaker, climbing the stairs with a dish of gluten free macaroni and cheese with chicken in it for her fibromyalgia pain filled Mamma for lunch
725. (197) my writing style based on years of writing papers for school as I work to become a better writer on my blog
726. (198) beauty in the relationship between friends who have never met in person but who journey together just the same
727. (199) the coffeepot that brews happiness every morning
728. (200) my crockpot which makes preparing meals so much easier
729. (201) gluten free food that makes my tumbly not so rumbly
730. (202) laughing at silly online videos with Damaris
731. (203) turning up the volume on a beautiful song that a dear friend sent me
732. (204) the volume on the tv as I mindlessly watch to distract myself on a bad pain day
733. (205) friendships made by carving out time to journey together
734. (206) Allume Better Writer group carving my potential to form a true writer
735. (207) my Willow Tree collection, each piece a reminder of something special carved in my heart
736. (208) forgiveness in Jesus our Liberating King
737. (209) grace from Jesus our Liberating King
738. (210) eternal life through Jesus our Liberating King
739. (211) words that teach me to live eucharisteo (One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp)
740. (212) stories that permeated my childhood (Anne of Green Gables, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Mandie series, Little House series, just to name a few)
741. (213) fiction that keeps my mind alert and active in the midst of such bad fibro fog
742. (214) the smell of spring wafting it's way home on the gentle breeze
743. (215) replenishing my body with needed water and thinking how blessed I am to have clean water to drink when so many do not
744. (216) the empty space before me that I am learning to fill with carefully and diligently crafted words as I strive to become a better writer
745. (217) slightly sweet bite size yellow cherub tomatoes
746. (218) juicy cantaloupe
747. (219) fans to blow the cool air around the room
748. (220) tears of frustration, despair, and hope
749. (221) peace
750. (222) the ability to hear what God is speaking to me
751. (223) knowledge through homeschooling
752. (224) compassion through friendship
753. (225) time and love through the work of my hands (knitting)
754. (226) trusting that things will work out financially when on paper they just don't
755. (227) believing that God has a plan for our lives when we can't see it right now
756. (228) holding onto faith and hope when it is so hard to hold onto
757. (229) turning of the pages of the latest book I read as I found myself within the stories being told
758. (230) covers of the bed folded back as sleep time draws near
759. (231) soft grey and pink bathrobe hanging on the door
760. (232) those floppy Netflix envelopes that hold a movie or tv show that draw Russ, Damaris, & I together as a family to spend time watching
761. (233) the heart shaped lights above our bed
762. (234) red N's that make me think of Russ whenever I see them because his favorite college football team is the Nebraska Cornhuskers
763. (235) creamy boysenberry yogurt
764. (236) crunchy orange baby carrots
765. (237) mouth-watering red ripe strawberries
766. (238) Damaris figuring out that not still a child but not yet a teen age
767. (239) silly IM's with my BBF Shari
768. (240) first day of spring being a bit cool in the shadows but warm in the sun
769. (241) tortilla chips
770. (242) Archer Farms Organic Fruit Strips - Strawberry are my favorite
771. (243) Chick-Fil-A Diet Lemonade
772. (244) It's better to have a partner than go it alone. Share the work, share the wealth. And if one falls down, the other helps, But if there's no one to help, tough! Two in a bed warm each other. Alone, you shiver all night. By yourself you're unprotected. With a friend you can face the worst. Can you round up a third? A three-stranded rope isn't easily snapped. ~ Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
773. (245) There's an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth:
A right time for birth and another for death,
A right time to plant and another to reap,
A right time to kill and another to heal,
A right time to destroy and another to construct,
A right time to cry and another to laugh,
A right time to lament and another to cheer,
A right time to make love and another to abstain,
A right time to embrace and another to part,
A right time to search and another to count your losses,
A right time to hold on and another to let go,
A right time to rip out and another to mend,
A right time to shut up and another to speak up,
A right time to love and another to hate,
A right time to wage war and another to make peace. ~ Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
774. (246) Let grace, mercy, and peace be with us in truth and love from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, Son of the Father! ~ 2 John 1:3
775. (247) strength of women to stand up for themselves
776. (248) women in ministry as pastors, teachers, chaplains, leaders...
777. (249) women finding their voice
778. (250) "I love you!"
779. (251) "I'm praying for you!"
780. (252) "Thank you for sharing your story."
781. (253) music that speaks to my soul
782. (254) Russ' words as he shares his heart
783. (255) memories of my Nana working so carefully and diligently on her beautiful paintings
784. (256) Damaris' 7th grade year
785. (257) my almost a teenager's "childhood"
786. (258) another knitting project almost complete
787. (259) I am redeemed through Christ
788. (260) Russ is redeemed through Christ
789. (261) Damaris is redeemed through Christ
790. (262) life entwined within community
791. (263) green vines on the side of a building
792. (264) family - a cord of three strands
793. (265) his forgiveness
794. (266) the rainbow in the sky reminding us
795. (267) "I will never leave you nor forsake you."
796. (268) writing that just fit for my blog
797. (269) a knitting pattern I thought I'd have to make up on my own
798. (270) hope for help
799. (271) shared laughter
800. (272) yarn bombing
801. (273) continued hope for health care for all people regardless of their financial status
802. (274) my snuggly round Tad the frog
803. (275) the floor fans that spread cool air around
804. (276) webcam that allows us to Skype with family and not miss out on any of baby Wyatt's growing up milestones
805. (277) soft baked potatoes piled with cheese
806. (278) a fresh page turned on the calendar, a new month ahead of us
807. (279) a bag of shredded paper, I get such joy from feeding pages into the mouth of the shredding machine.
808. (280) great community at knit night
809. (281) my writing skill improving
810. (282) bluebonnets blooming
811. (283) “God is our shelter and our strength. When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He’s ready to help. So why run and hide? No fear, no pacing, no biting fingernails. When the earth spins out of control, we are sure and fearless. When mountains crumble and the waters run wild, we are sure and fearless.” Psalm 46:1-2 (The Voice)
812. (284) “This is the day the Eternal God has made; let us celebrate and be happy today.” Psalm 118:24 (The Voice)
813. (285) “I’m not there yet, nor have I become perfect; but I am charging on to gain anything and everything the Anointed One, Jesus, has in store for me—and nothing will stand in my way because He has grabbed me and won’t let me go.” Philippians 3:12 (The Voice)
814. (286) Sharing Our Spoons starting soon!!!!!
815. (287) Chocolate and Coke Zero
816. (288) quality time with Damaris, Sherlock, and Watson
817. (289) the cross
818. (290) shelves full of books
819. (291) chairs that we sit in as we gather together to knit
820. (292) the ending of a good book
821. (293) a waited for gift in the mail
822. (294) the resurrection of Jesus our Liberating King
823. (295) up from the grave he arose! He is risen indeed!
824. (296) having enough energy to rise from bed to have special time with our church community
825. (297) rising from a long Sunday afternoon nap feeling rested
826. (298) tears of happy memories pouring down my face unexpected but welcome
827. (299) pens right out of the package never written with before
828. (300) Falling In Love At a Coffee Shop by Landon Pigg
829. (301) gluten free faux oreo cookies because you have to open them to eat them right
830. (302) my heart to be vulnerable in a tough situation
831. (303) a text from a friend reminding me of special time together
832. (304) a budding writer in Damaris
833. (305) pink buds on trees
834. (306) bluebonnets
835. (307) comfy clothes
836. (308) beautiful yellow shawlette
837. (309) new haircut
838. (310) Damaris' new pink and blue flip-flops
839. (311) just enough light to read by
840. (312) beautiful earrings that I won from inPink
841. (313) the sun offering light
842. (314) Psalm 40
I relied completely on the Lord,
and he turned toward me
and heard my cry for help.
He lifted me out of the watery pit,
out of the slimy mud.
He placed my feet on a rock
and gave me secure footing.
He gave me reason to sing a new song,
praising our God.
May many see what God has done,
so that they might swear allegiance to him and trust in the Lord!
843. (315) the tops of the trees
844. (316) yarn making beautiful stripes as it's pulled out of my bag and knitted
845. (317) chicken fajitas half-off with a coupon
846. (318) a great knitting pattern to try
847. (319) fighting for myself
848. (320) beauty in pain
849. (321) strength in weakness
850. (322) seminary friendships that feel like a single day hasn't passed when we actually get to get together once in a blue moon
851. (323) fingerless glove coming off the knitting needle with beautiful pooling of colors
852. (324) watching Damaris create with yarn and sticks
853. (325) my singing voice
854. (326) my tenacity
855. (327) my love for all kinds of crafty goodness
856. (328) the envelopes from Netflix with another movie or tv show for Russ, Damaris, and I to watch together
857. (329) the box full of goodies and children waiting for sponsors packets for Compassion Sunday
858. (330) books, books, books from the ones I checked out at the library to the ones I review and giveaway to the digital ones on my Kindle
859. (331) boxes of our things stacked in the storage unit and knowing they won't be there forever because we will get out own place eventually
860. (332) my yarn stash that runneth over
861. (333) stilling myself with a deep breath and a thought of gratitude
862. (334) grace
863. (335) community lived out
864. (336) mercy
865. (337) my latest knitting project
866. (338) a bottle of water
867. (339) a glass of Diet Coke
868. (340) healing in tears that reflect pain in the drops on cheeks
869. (341) the innocence still present as I look into her eyes
870. (342) the years that have passed so quickly, wasn't it just yesterday...?
871. (343) lace weight yarn
872. (344) my feelings, please be gentle
873. (345) my hopes
874. (346) the massage cushion that helps make bad pain days a little less painful
875. (347) beautiful stitch markers
876. (348) the feel of knitting needles in my hands
877. (349) watching knitting needles fly as new things are created
878. (350) wheels turn, turn, turning as Damaris pushes me through the craft store
879. (351) fans oscillating back and forth bringing cool air on a hot day
880. (352) tears rolling down my face watching in(RL)
881. (353) basket of clean laundry to fold because it means we have plenty of clothes to wear
882. (354) scribbles on paper as I try to update outdated information
883. (355) shades of orange and yellow in the bar of cheese
884. (356) luxurious orange yarn
885. (357) stitch markers to help keep the pattern organized
886. (358) beautiful flowers freshly planted
887. (359) water flowing through the grass and dirt
888. (360) tree roots
889. (361) a gift certificate to the local yarn store
890. (362) shirts crafted with Damaris
891. (363) my beloved working all day at work and then coming home and taking care of me
892. (364) dark chocolate candy bar
893. (365) morning cuppa coffee
894. (366) refreshing glass of water
895. (367) a package of freebies in the mail
896. (368) a great book that drew me in
897. (369) seeing Russ' work schedule on the calendar be better for us as a family
898. (370) the never-ending need for grace and peace
899. (371) love beyond circumstances
900. (372) compassion
901. (373) actually sleeping
902. (374) clean carpet
903. (375) Russ off to work before two days in a row off
904. (376) discount sign for something I had a coupon for
905. (377) celebrating Russ' 38th birthday
906. (378) ice cream after Russ' birthday dinner
907. (379) understanding
908. (380) patience
909. (381) grace
910. (382) a comfortable chair to rest in
911. (383) a bed to snuggle in
912. (384) windows to look out and see the world even when I can't step out into it
913. (385) hidden birthday presents
914. (386) fun purses to alternate through
915. (387) clothes I've been saving for Damaris that fit now
916. (388) calm and quiet
917. (389) rest
918. (390) glimmers of light
919. (391) the rain coming down nourishing the dry land
920. (392) being able to curl up in my chair inside to watch the rain outside
921. (393) Damaris' face as she stands behind my chair and leans over to give me a hug
922. (394) parents with faith
923. (395) love for music
924. (396) love for all things crafty
925. (397) holding my knitting in my hands and how natural and comforting and peaceful it is
926. (398) yummy smelling Hippie Chick Happy Hands lotion
927. (399) fresh fruit and veggies
928. (400) her creativity
929. (401) her organization
930. (402) her love of music and singing
931. (403) great discount on a new laptop
for me plus paid for with gift cards932. (404) tidying up preparing in hope
933. (405) book on the shelf awaiting it's next reading
934. (406) courage
935. (407) empathy/listening
936. (408) finding ways to minister
937. (409) "Every good gift bestowed, every perfect gift received comes to us from above, courtesy of the Father of lights. He is consistent. He won’t change His mind or play tricks in the shadows." James 1:17 (The Voice
)938. (410) "We have a special role in His plan. He calls us to life by His message of truth so that we will show the rest of His creatures His goodness and love." James 1:18 (The Voice
)939. (411) “See, God has come to rescue me; I will trust in Him and not be afraid, for the Eternal, indeed, the Eternal is my strength and my song. My very own God has rescued me.” Isaiah 12:2 (The Voice
)940. (412) new knitting counters
since 1 project is just not enough941. (413) beautiful Good Things tote
942. (414) "You're Already Amazing
!"943. (415) dreaming big
944. (416) IMing with a sweet friend
945. (417) great music to start the morning
946. (418) from childhood - learning to sing
947. (419) from childhood - learning to craft
948. (420) from childhood - learning to swim
949. (421) ice cream for dinner
950. (422) dill pickles
951. (423) potato chips
952. (424) giggles of laughter escaping
953. (425) big hugs and slobbery wet kisses
954. (426) unconditional love
955. (427) Damaris' joy that she just cannot hold back while watching Doctor Who
956. (428) figuring out new technology
957. (429) silly jokes among friends
958. (430) laughter
959. (431) friendship
960. (432) support in difficult times and situations
961. (433) ice cream with Russ and Damaris
962. (434) turkey for nachos
963. (435) knit pattern markers to help me keep track
964. (436) my health because it has made me slow down even though I miss the going and doing and being
965. (437) Russ' job because it's not what he wants to be doing, but it provides us with money to live
966. (438) our current living situation because we'd love to have our own place but are thankful to have a place to live
967. (439) comfy clothes worn while relaxing
968. (440) gift of a beautiful white cell phone that works much better than the old one
969. (441) whispered "I Love You!"
970. (442) Eucharist
971. (443) gluten free communion bread
972. (444) community of believers
973. (445) Damaris' knowledge of Scripture as the school year comes to an end
974. (446) "I'm slowly learning it's not about being perfect but about being perfectly loved." Holley Gerth, You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be
975. (447) singing along to music rediscovered
976. (448) sleep
977. (449) Damaris finishing another subject in 7th grade (only 2 to go)
978. (450) another wonderful knit night
979. (451) the gorgeous blue, green, and white yarn that I'm using to knit some gifts
980. (452) how blue the sky looks after the rain
981. (453) Damaris' fingernails
982. (454) reaching out
983. (455) listening
984. (456) finding a way to make things work out
985. (457) cantaloupe
986. (458) possible yarn choices
987. (459) carrots
988. (460) showing Damaris funny clips from movies on youtube
989. (461) "you like me! you really like me!"
990. (462) "is Pluto a planet?"
991. (463) lots of laughter
992. (464) feeling of home
993. (465) strengthening friendships
994. (466) being chosen
995. (467) being fully forgiven
996. (468) for his mercy anew everyday
997. (469) Russ doing the grocery shopping for us because he knows how stressed out/panicky it makes me
998. (470) a huge possibility that would be an amazing blessing
999. (471) Damaris running up and down the stairs to help me make the grocery list
1000. (472) tears of joy & gratitude for 1000 gifts recorded
1001. (473) tears of disbelief that Damaris is now an 8th grader
1002. (474) being comforted by Damaris as I cry that I'm not old enough to have an 8th grade daughter
1003. (475) "A lot of the expectations in my life aren't from my Master. I make them up or take them on from someone else. In that case, I'm not required to meet them. And neither are you." Holley Gerth, You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be
1004. (476) "When you think of what you might want to say no to in your life, the things that are all the way on the fear side would be the first to consider. Fear can creep in at times even when we're doing exactly what God wants us to do in love. But if the only reason we're doing something is out of fear, then it's not from God. As we talked about before, 'God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control' (2 Timothy 1:7)." Holley Gerth, You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be
1005. (477) "You are free. Free to love. Free to live in joy. Free to be who you are. If you're loving God, others, and yourself, then you're already doing enough. That's right. And you're already amazing because you are God's creation, his child, and he lives in you." Holley Gerth, You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be
1006. (478) using up my not so soft yarn for a colorful yarn bombing project
1007. (479) Damaris curled up on my bed taking a nap after such hard work to finish 7th grade
1008. (480) a day free of appointments on the calendar
1009. (481) cup of hot coffee
1010. (482) a knitted piece I didn't think I had the skills to produce but I did
1011. (483) a day off of work for Russ
1012. (484) coffee to get the morning started right
1013. (485) lunch with Russ and Damaris
1014. (486) knitting and talking at the yarn shop
1015. (487) pretty toenails after pedicures with Damaris
1016. (488) memories of beautiful paintings that my Nana painted and wishing she was still here with us
1017. (489) the beautiful art that Scott Erickson shares each week as he paints during the services at our former church
1018. (490) a full bottle of water, so refreshing
1019. (491) finding things that make me full of laughter
1020. (492) a week that is full of good things
1021. (493) the life-giving aroma of coffee
1022. (494) chocolate, I'd be lost without it
1023. (495) Hippie Chick lotion
1024. (496) new friendships
1025. (497) my bad health because it has changed me into a better person
1026. (498) amazing news about something I wrote
1027. (499) “I have been crucified with the Anointed One—I am no longer alive—but the Anointed is living in me; and whatever life I have left in this failing body I live by the faithfulness of God’s Son, the One who loves me and gave His body on the cross for me.” Galatians 2:20 (The Voice)
1028. (500) "You see, when God gives a grace gift and issues a call to a people, He does not change His mind and take it back." Romans 11:29 (The Voice)
1029. (501) “Even if you should suffer for doing what is right, you will receive a blessing. Don’t let them frighten you. Don’t be intimidated, but exalt Him as Lord in your heart. Always be ready to offer a defense, humbly and respectfully, when someone asks why you live in hope. Keep your conscience clear so that those who ridicule your good conduct in the Anointed and say bad things about you will be put to shame.” 1 Peter 3:14-16 (The Voice)
1030. (502) the amazing winder thingie dobobber at the yarn shop that winds the yarn so beautifully
1031. (503) our car to get us places because I can't imagine having to walk everywhere
1032. (504) the cool air from the air conditioner in the midst of a hot summer day
1033. (505) faith
1034. (506) hard work
1035. (507) commitment
1036. (508) my amazing husband
1037. (509) my beautiful daughter
1038. (510) second and third and fourth and fifth, etc. chances
1039. (511) companion
1040. (512) friend
1041. (513) confidants
1042. (514) relaxing in a tub of bubbles with a good book
1043. (515) the sound of laughter in shared understanding
1044. (516) friendships growing with time
1045. (517) warmth
1046. (518) a misplaced item
1047. (519) a path to follow
1048. (520) working to find a balance between how much I can do and what is too much
1049. (521) finding peace in the midst of pain
1050. (522) having to depend on others
1051. (523) new techniques for knitting
1052. (524) laughter and tears
1053. (525) lots and lots and lots and lots and lots of yarn
1054. (526) a refreshing drink of water
1055. (527) a quote that inspires
1056. (528) a new pattern that just leaps off the page
1057. (529) wisdom of years lived
1058. (530) wisdom of experience
1059. (531) the ability to focus on what really matters
1060. (532) beautiful scarves
1061. (533) the whole bed ensemble - pillows & sheets & bedspread
1062. (534) boxes made of fabric
1063. (535) the words of Zephaniah 3:17 in a frame
1064. (536) "we believe in grace and the One who gives it!"
1065. (537) beautiful pictures, sweet memories
1066. (538) super yummy guacamole
1067. (539) my go to dark chocolate
1068. (540) anything Russ cooks because I know he is making it because he loves me
1069. (541) a little funny between Damaris & I
1070. (542) continued possibilities, may they bloom into an amazing opportunity
1071. (543) dinner & drinks with a friend not seen in a while
1072. (544) finding community
1073. (545) gluten free communion bread
1074. (546) 3 days with no plans
1075. (547) Angie Smith's What Women Fear
1076. (548) the words to Over the Rhine's "All My Favorite People"
1077. (549) learning from patterns as I work to design a new pattern
1078. (550) God's unending and unchanging love
1079. (551) an amazing husband and daughter who walk this journey of life with me
1080. (552) freedom to worship God without fear of negative consequences
1081. (553) counter ticking off one row finished
1082. (554) pages of a book, words that inspire
1083. (555) my beautiful socks that I'm currently knitting
1084. (556) a completed project
1085. (557) another day lived
1086. (558) another step taken
1087. (559) always learning
1088. (560) accomplishing a difficult task
1089. (561) shared experience with a friend
1090. (562) sharing a home
1091. (563) keeping hope alive in a tough situation
1092. (564) changing relationships as the days pass by
1093. (565) refreshing glass of water
1094. (566) the hope of rain
1095. (567) a long bubble bath
1096. (568) knitting needles and yarn working together
1097. (569) laughter over a musical episode of a tv show
1098. (570) holding onto hope
1099. (571) people who love me carrying me along
1100. (572) beautiful new glasses for Damaris
1101. (573) ideas for patterns that wouldn't have crossed my mind before my illness
1102. (574) Nutella
1103. (575) peanut butter
1104. (576) pumpkin butter
1105. (577) my nephew baby Wyatt moving from one stage to another
1106. (578) watching my daughter & niece grow up
1107. (579) rest days to make up for busy days
1108. (580) baby curls on the nape of the neck
1109. (581) sweet curls reappearing for Lola
1110. (582) the edge of my sweater awaiting it's special edging stitch
1111. (583) ball of yarn on Linda's birthday cake
1112. (584) Winnie the Pooh, always makes me smile
1113. (585) yummy cheese making my baked potato delicious
1114. (586) memories of a picnic in the park on a first date
1115. (587) stones in the garden
1116. (588) heart-shaped stone
1117. (589) hair hanging down into her face as she's bent over my feet painting my toenails
1118. (590) drops of rain falling down from the branches
1119. (591) skeins of yarn hanging on the wall
1120. (592) patience
1121. (593) how opening up can be a true blessing to others
1122. (594) new techniques and tricks
1123. (595) singing with my baby girl
1124. (596) bursting into song because a song pops into my head
1125. (597) music that inspires, touches my heart, reminds me of things, is part of my life
1126. (598) pumpkin scones
1127. (599) homemade biscuits
1128. (600) brownies
1129. (601) heart lights hanging above the bed
1130. (602) gorgeous, deep, dark yarn coming together into a shawl
1131. (603) candles flickering, their shadows reflecting
1132. (604) fiction stories on my kindle that distract me from my pain
1133. (605) Damaris' gift of imagination as she tells and writes stories
1134. (606) living our life stories with those in our community
1135. (607) ice cream for dinner
1136. (608) simple things that make us laugh
1137. (609) smile from a friend
1138. (610) continued possibilities
1139. (611) hanging on when it seems possibilities will never come to fruition
1140. (612) precious niece & nephew far away but kept close through video chats
1141. (613) warm beach sand
1142. (614) footprints in the wet sand along the ocean shore
1143. (615) names drawn in the sand
1144. (616) the end of a good book
1145. (617) the completion of my first knitted sweater
1146. (618) the end of the night, time for sleep
1147. (619) waking fresh and ready to face the day
1148. (620) fresh fruit
1149. (621) fresh air
1150. (622) the hope of a family vacation someday
1151. (623) being home in my recliner with my heating pad
1152. (624) the relaxation and calm I find in knitting
1153. (625) the beginning of the Olympic Games
1154. (626) the beginning of a new knitting project
1155. (627) the beginning of a day of rest
1156. (628) around the table, knitting needles clacking, community
1157. (629) sitting with Russ and Damaris watching the Olympics
1158. (630) seeing that so many others are enjoying watching the Olympics together as a family and/or friends just as we are
1159. (631) the ding of a text message
1160. (632) cheering with Damaris and Russ as we watch the Olympics together
1161. (633) quiet and stillness as I take a day of rest
1162. (634) having to depend on Damaris to do so much that I should and want to be doing
1163. (635) waiting, waiting, waiting
1164. (636) even in our little, being so blessed
1165. (637) gifts wrapped in white tissue paper
1166. (638) a fresh month on the calendar
1167. (639) uniforms of athletes inspiring me as they compete in the Olympics
1168. (640) emergency chocolate
1169. (641) yummy nachos for dinner
1170. (642) a milkshake after a rough day
1171. (643) sleep
1172. (644) friends who are true community
1173. (645) laughter over unique Olympic sports
1174. (646) sitting around the table at Yarnies knitting, laughing, talking
1175. (647) comfy cozy in my recliner with my heated blanket
1176. (648) sitting with Russ and Damaris enjoying each other's company
1177. (649) the hope for rain
1178. (650) cool air on a hot day
1179. (651) a joint baby shower with one of the moms to be in the hospital with her new wee one
1180. (652) a refreshing glass of water on a hot day
1181. (653) a long soak in a hot bubble bath
1182. (654) laughing so hard that tears come to my eyes
1183. (655) “You are my hiding place. You will keep me out of trouble and envelop me with songs that remind me I am free.” Psalm 82:7
1184. (656) "Now I’m sure of this: the sufferings we endure now are not even worth comparing to the glory that is coming and will be revealed in us." Romans 8:18
1185. (657) "I will plant a new heart and new spirit inside of you. I will take out your stubborn, stony heart and give you a willing, tender heart of flesh." Ezekiel 36:26
1186. (658) longer days
1187. (659) the Summer Olympics
1188. (660) swimming
1189. (661) the center of the skein, almost done with a project
1190. (662) Damaris' amazingly beautiful cable scarf, complete
1191. (663) part of a dark chocolate bar
1192. (664) learning patience
1193. (665) learning to rely on others
1194. (666) learning to just be
1195. (667) metal knitting needles
1196. (668) teeny tiny crochet hooks to pick up dropped stitches
1197. (669) opening the mailbox to find a treat
1198. (670) possibilities, what's around the corner
1199. (671) the beauty of a knitted piece half-hidden before blocking
1200. (672) the day ahead half-hidden before the coffee kicks in
1201. (673) my green heated blanket, life-saver on a daily basis
1202. (674) the leaves on the tree, in my constant view out the window
1203. (675) pink and green case protecting my phone
1204. (676) the beautiful pink sapphire and diamonds ring Russ bought me for our 10th anniversary
1205. (677) the curve of a knitting needle cable as it holds and protects the stitches
1206. (678) a cake of yarn after it's wound into a perfect sphere
1207. (679) tears of waiting, hoping, desiring
1208. (680) the apple core after all the delicious apple has been eaten
1209. (681) the broken shell of an egg, must be broken to get to the inside
1210. (682) my amazingly kind, handsome, loving hubby Russ
1211. (683) my crazy, nerdy, giggly, one of a kind daughter Damaris
1212. (684) my cutie pie niece Lola and nephew Wyatt
1213. (685) sleeping late
1214. (686) Russ' day off
1215. (687) great cup of coffee to start the day
1216. (688) sweet and sour sauce
1217. (689) beginning to read 7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess
by Jen Hatmaker as a family1218. (690) words in the intro of 7 that move me and we've only just begun
1219. (691) communion
1220. (692) conversation
1221. (693) worship
1222. (694) hubby so tired, yet still willing to cook
1223. (695) this is my body, this is my blood, communion shared together
1224. (696) another night, another plate of dinner brought to me
1225. (697) trying to keep a straight face as almost 4yo Lola informs me that she can only have 1 birthday present
1226. (698) the curve of a headband making my hair behave in the days before a haircut
1227. (699) turning another page in our journey? praying for guidance
1228. (700) summer sunlight, fallish day
1229. (701) power light on my tens unit
1230. (702) gentle red lights, heart shaped, along the ceiling peak
1231. (703) comfy cozy recliner, with us for most of our married life
1232. (704) memories
1233. (705) my great-grandmother's handkerchief, a gift I carried on my wedding day and I hope my own daughter will do the same
1234. (706) tree branches moving back and forth as wind blows, hoping for a storm
1235. (707) hands moving as knitting needles clack together
1236. (708) time moving as we wait sometimes patiently, sometimes not
1237. (709) emotions so fragile, so changing, so unending
1238. (710) fragile life, moment by moment
1239. (711) beads on a necklace, a new treasure
1240. (712) yarn cut as a project is completed
1241. (713) handmade quilts, stitch by stitch
1242. (714) humorous buttons pinned on a bag bringing laughter at needed moments
1243. (715) my new knitting bag
1244. (716) a new opportunity for ministry
1245. (717) a new week starting out better than one has for quite some time!
1246. (718) friends new babies being born
1247. (719) a huge possibility, will it occur?
1248. (720) a truly wonderful day after so many difficult ones
1249. (721) 1 new podcast with my amazing daughter
1250. (722) 2 new babes born on the same day
1251. (723) 3 days out of 4 off for my hubby this weekend
1252. (724) a sweet treat on a rough day
1253. (725) cranberry pills
1254. (726) baby giggles as I play peek-a-boo via video chat with baby Wyatt
1255. (727) community
1256. (728) peace
1257. (729) grace
1258. (730) longer days
1259. (731) delicious fruits and veggies
1260. (732) weather warm enough to swim
1261. (733) freshly cut grass
1262. (734) cut flowers in a glass
1263. (735) coupons cut out and used to save money
1264. (736) yummy cheddar cheese melted over dinner
1265. (737) beautiful sunflowers opening their faces up to the sky
1266. (738) the fragile pages of old books
1267. (739) a cool glass of raspberry tea on a hot day
1268. (740) a warm cup of nighty night tea just before bed
1269. (741) finishing the last stitches on a knitted Christmas stocking just as the sun goes down
1270. (742) the hope of cooler weather
1271. (743) the hope of autumn colored leaves
1272. (744) the hope of being able to wear long-sleeves and scarves and shawls and boots
1273. (745) hope
1274. (746) the beauty of wildflowers growing beside the roadway
1275. (747) my current knitting growing, progressing
1276. (748) letting my voice be heard
1277. (749) finding a way to minister through my illness
1278. (750) knitting needles and yarn combined to make gifts to give to those I love
1279. (751) another delicious dinner made by Russ and Damaris
1280. (752) a September day masked in autumn weather, I hope it sticks around!
1281. (753) the beauty of the weather on a cooler day
1282. (754) a new perspective
1283. (755) a new family picture
1284. (756) beautiful art by a friend
1285. (757) the gentle breeze moving the tree branches
1286. (758) Damaris moving towards 13 day by day
1287. (759) moving towards autumn, it'll be here eventually
1288. (760) kids growing up, it seems like just yesterday they were wee babes
1289. (761) looking for peace in the midst of pain
1290. (762) looking for hope in the midst of doubt
1291. (763) “You should greatly rejoice in what is waiting for you, even if now for a little while you have to suffer various trials.” 1 Peter 1:6
1292. (764) “Grievous thoughts of affliction and wandering plagued my mind—great bitterness and gall. Grieving, my soul thinks back; these thoughts cripple, and I sink down. Gaining hope, I remember and wait for this thought: how enduring is God’s loyal love; the Eternal has inexhaustible compassion. Here they are, every morning, new! Your faithfulness, God, is as broad as the day.” Lamentations 3:19-23
1293. (765) “I’m not there yet, nor have I become perfect; but I am charging on to gain anything and everything the Anointed One, Jesus, has in store for me—and nothing will stand in my way because He has grabbed me and won’t let me go.” Philippians 3:12
1294. (766) the scent of autumn of pumpkins and spices and cooler weather
1295. (767) a note scrawled to stick into a package
1296. (768) a pair of socks started anew hopefully without mistakes this time
1297. (769) being drawn together with Russ and Damaris as we read a book together
1298. (770) ideas for new projects sketched
1299. (771) drawing on favorites for possibilities
1300. (772) a new pair of socks, hand-knit goodness
1301. (773) my amazing other half, can't imagine life without him!
1302. (774) Damaris and I pairing up to record a new video podcast
1303. (775) my sister asking me to knit something for her husband
1304. (776) the last bowl of ice cream
1305. (777) time shared with family
1306. (778) chronic illness that has changed me
1307. (779) tears of pain, of hope, of life
1308. (780) the changing of the season
1309. (781) a big problem remedied, a huge sigh of relief
1310. (782) all the laundry washed, dried, folded, and put away
1311. (783) freckles on fair skin
1312. (784) conversation with Damaris as we vidcast about our loves
1313. (785) looking forward to conversation over dinner with Russ for our anniversary tomorrow
1314. (786) conversation over knitting at knit night
1315. (787) my hubby's words from http://desperatetheologian.wordpress.com/2012/09/20/a-love-note-concerning-fifteen-years-of-marriage-to-my-beloved/ - "the community of God’s people imaged after and participants in the divine triune communion"
1316. (788) more of my hubby's words from http://desperatetheologian.wordpress.com/2012/09/20/a-love-note-concerning-fifteen-years-of-marriage-to-my-beloved/ - "I think marriage works like this as well – imaged after and participants in triune love and grace. After a lot of practice, which has included much failure as well as success on my part, I can attest that we really only ‘find ourselves’ when we pour ourselves out for other people. Marriage is like this – a most intimate daily pouring out of oneself for another person. We call this sort of thing faithfulness."
1317. (789) and more of my hubby's words from http://desperatetheologian.wordpress.com/2012/09/20/a-love-note-concerning-fifteen-years-of-marriage-to-my-beloved/ - "Fifteen years! Yes, we have experienced much grief, but we have not grieved as those without hope. The ‘not yet’ of the Kingdom points towards and will one day fully give way to the ‘already’ of the Kingdom of God. For this reason, we also rejoice that one day we’ll see them face to face with King Jesus. We do not believe this will be in some sort of dis-embodied ‘heaven’ (see N.T. Wright’s Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church
for more on this) as many seem to imply. The blessed hope of participation in Christ’s bodily resurrection means that in the ‘new heavens and new earth’ we will be able to touch them and hug them and hold them in our arms. It is in large part because of all of the above that theology for me can never be an ‘ivory tower’ discipline divorced from reality and human experience. The incarnation of our liberating King Jesus, the blessed hope we have because of his resurrection, and our participation in the communion of Father, Son, and Spirit touches ALL aspects of the human story – reaching down even into the depths of our grief and mourning. This is our story."1318. (790) receiving positive, helpful information about possibilities
1319. (791) sharing the information I've learned about my health with others who are struggling with similar issues
1320. (792) coming together as community to share information with each other, it's how we learn and live best
1321. (793) rattling around with the family around me, enjoying a day at home with them
1322. (794) receding temperatures
1323. (795) reclaiming hope
1324. (796) peace
1325. (797) alone time
1326. (798) deep breath
1327. (799) watching funny tv with Russ & Damaris
1328. (800) inside jokes
1329. (801) knitting humor
1330. (802) section 3 of All the Shades of Truth
1331. (803) another skein of yarn
1332. (804) another day come to an end
1333. (805) possibilities
1334. (806) ideas
1335. (807) creativity
1336. (808) rain falling down cooling the temperature
1337. (809) grace flowing in, grace flowing out
1338. (810) living with less
1339. (811) baby Wyatt's sweet bye-bye's via video chat
1340. (812) revealing one's self
1341. (813) finding the right words for difficult times
1342. (814) plans for this season
1343. (815) books lined up in a row
1344. (816) Willow Tree figurines each with a special memory
1345. (817) tears flowing down the face
1346. (818) the sun shining after a few rainy days
1347. (819) love shining through even on tough days
1348. (820) pumpkins lined up on porches
1349. (821) mellowcreme pumpkin candies
1350. (822) white chocolate candy corn M&Ms
1351. (823) leaves changing colors and falling off the trees
1352. (824) tears falling, reevaluating, regrouping
1353. (825) another calendar page falling away as the year passes so quickly
1354. (826) another episode of Geeky Girls Knit caught on video
1355. (827) letting go of something I can't control
1356. (828) Jekyll & Hyde socks mid-way to completion
1357. (829) another year of life lived, another year of life begun
1358. (830) pumpkin goodness, who needs a birthday cake when you can have pumpkin instead?
1359. (831) being ok with my new normal
1360. (832) laughter via video chat as I play peek-a-boo with baby Wyatt
1361. (833) words of prayer and peace as Damaris and I have morning prayer time together
1362. (834) memories as I find items that have been in boxes
1363. (835) coupons for a discount
1364. (836) sleeping late
1365. (837) me
1366. (838) baked potatoes for dinner last night
1367. (839) creamer stirred into hot coffee
1368. (840) ice cream for dinner
1369. (841) the next step in our journey
1370. (842) the miracle of Damaris and her almost 13 years with us
1371. (843) peace
1372. (844) another day of life
1373. (845) finding meaning in the midst of pain
1374. (846) generosity freely given
1375. (847) opportunities to minister in the most unexpected places
1376. (848) long hours passing quicker than expected
1377. (849) making meaning
1378. (850) the changing seasons
1379. (851) the changing weather
1380. (852) the upcoming time change
1381. (853) skeins of yarn
1382. (854) knitting needles
1383. (855) stitch markers
1384. (856) birthday cards
1385. (857) a good book
1386. (858) comments on Facebook
1387. (859) "I'm finished!" (with the pair of socks I've been knitting)
1388. (860) "I can't believe I am the Mamma of a teenager!"
1389. (861) "Thank you!"
1390. (862) Ann's words in One Thousand Gifts
1391. (863) the almost 1400 gratitudes on my list
1392. (864) a knitting pattern so that I don't make any mistakes
1393. (865) candle burning on the table at knit night
1394. (866) candles on Damaris' birthday cake
1395. (867) the love I have for Russ and Damaris
1396. (868) tears while reading words that touch deep within
1397. (869) bad dreams that are wiped away by listening and love
1398. (870) coffee grounds
1399. (871) 1400+ gratitudes
1400. (872) saved by grace
1401. (873) a few hours to relax and rest
1402. (874) quick replies to faxed requests
1403. (875) speedy progress on a knitted project
1404. (876) a Starbucks gift card
1405. (877) finding joy in the ordinary
1406. (878) figuring out the punch line before it's time
1407. (879) a new motorized wheelchair at the store
1408. (880) restful sleep
1409. (881) sleeping late
1410. (882) a long bubble bath
1411. (883) the still, quiet hours of the morning
1412. (884) the leaves still after the rainstorm
1413. (885) the strong thunder and lightning during the rainstorm this morning
1414. (886) a journey towards a new possibility
1415. (887) a new knitting project
1416. (888) a thank you note
1417. (889) fixing a problem
1418. (890) another podcast recorded, edited, published, and made live
1419. (891) progress on knitting project
1420. (892) completing a knitting project
1421. (893) chocolate
1422. (894) interesting books to read
1423. (895) two cups of pumpkin spice coffee
1424. (896) Starbucks/Hobby Lobby date with Russ
1425. (897) grace, grace, God's grace
1426. (898) forgiveness given again and again
1427. (899) a friend thinking of me
1428. (900) chocolate and knitting on a cool day
1429. (901) acceptance
1430. (902) understanding
1431. (903) love
1432. (904) falling asleep earlier than I have the last couple of weeks (bad insomnia)
1433. (905) finishing a project early
1434. (906) learning patience as we wait on someone else's time frame
1435. (907) compliments on a finished knitting project
1436. (908) yarn sale
1437. (909) lots and lots and lots of laughter around the knitting table
1438. (910) silence
1439. (911) mystery
1440. (912) peace
1441. (913) dark chocolate
1442. (914) pumpkin flavored treats
1443. (915) dinner cooked by Russ and Damaris
1444. (916) cozy hand-knit socks
1445. (917) comfy yoga pants
1446. (918) big, loose t-shirts
1447. (919) night with extra hour sleep
1448. (920) nachos for dinner
1449. (921) new hairstyle for Damaris
1450. (922) yarn gathered together to make Christmas gifts
1451. (923) hand-knitted shawl given as a gift
1452. (924) quiet day with Russ and Damaris
1453. (925) stitch markers keeping my place
1454. (926) the beautiful ring Russ gave me for our 10th anniversary
1455. (927) the ring I wear in my nose that reminds me not to take myself too seriously
1456. (928) freedoms that many don't have
1457. (929) changes in student loan regulations
1458. (930) having the privilege to educate Damaris
1459. (931) leaves changing color
1460. (932) the breeze blowing through the trees
1461. (933) a nice autumn day
1462. (934) a piece of dark chocolate as an after dinner treat
1463. (935) potato chips, you can't eat just one :)
1464. (936) cuppa coffee to start the morning
1465. (937) fall nail polish colors
1466. (938) all things pumpkin flavored
1467. (939) pumpkins lined up in a row
1468. (940) "Through Jesus, then, let us keep offering to God our own sacrifice, the praise of lips that confess His name without ceasing." Hebrews 13:15
1469. (941) “I’m not there yet, nor have I become perfect; but I am charging on to gain anything and everything the Anointed One, Jesus, has in store for me—and nothing will stand in my way because He has grabbed me and won’t let me go.” Philippians 3:12
1470. (942) “I will lift my praise above everything to You, my God and King! I will continually bless Your name forever and always.” Psalm 145:1
1471. (943) remembering J.T., M.J., K.C., & N.A.
1472. (944) celebrating a friend's 60th birthday
1473. (945) remembering Christ's sacrifice through the partaking together of communion
1474. (946) watching a movie with Damaris
1475. (947) cuppa coffee to warm me on a cold day
1476. (948) learning ASL with Damaris
1477. (949) friends at the yarn shop
1478. (950) long sleeve shirts
1479. (951) weekly enchilada Tuesday dinner with Russ & Damaris
1480. (952) practicing ASL
1481. (953) reading
1482. (954) smiles
1483. (955) golden cheese on baked potatoes for dinner
1484. (956) the sun rising in the morning
1485. (957) and the sun setting in the evening
1486. (958) making it through a difficult day
1487. (959) laughter in the midst of pain
1488. (960) waiting, waiting, waiting
1489. (961) watching funny videos with Russ & Damaris
1490. (962) funny tv shows
1491. (963) receiving the wrong item in the mail & it being a funny item
1492. (964) a shawl for my momma
1493. (965) laughter via video chat
1494. (966) a story that brought laughter to others
1495. (967) changing leaves
1496. (968) pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins
1497. (969) cooling weather
1498. (970) birthday & anniversary phone calls that have become video chats
1499. (971) time spent with family for holidays
1500. (972) counting gratitudes, eucharisteos, gifts, 1500 & counting
1501. (973) seeing my mother-in-law & brother-in-law for the first time in several months
1502. (974) seeing my other brother-in-law for the first time in 2 years
1503. (975) seeing extended family we haven't seen in several years
1504. (976) gratitude being an every second part of my day instead of only once a year
1505. (977) sitting around the table with yummy food and famiky
1506. (978) watching my daughter count her gratitudes
1507. (979) complete forgiveness
1508. (980) unconditional love
1509. (981) grace greater than all my sins
1510. (982) a sweet complement
1511. (983) learning to accept being served
1512. (984) "He humbled Himself, obedient to death—a merciless death on the cross!" Philippians 2:8
1513. (985) tears of longing
1514. (986) my hair after a long night's sleep
1515. (987) the long waiting, hoping, desiring, needing, wanting as we continue to wait
1516. (988) a cuppa coffee prepared for me by Damaris
1517. (989) dinner every night prepared by Russ & Damaris
1518. (990) being prepared for something amazing, waiting, longing, hoping
1519. (991) handmade knitted things for birthday & Christmas gifts
1520. (992) a gift from my secret sister
1521. (993) yummy smelling pumpkin lotion
1522. (994) understanding
1523. (995) compassion
1524. (996) laughter
1525. (997) funny emoji while texting with Russ
1526. (998) the red time vortex that the TARDIS flies through while watching Doctor Who with Damaris
1527. (999) Damaris making funny shapes with her tongue
1528. (1000) 1000 gifts this year!
1529. (1001) the way the days, weeks, months fly by in the blink of an eye
1530. (1002) tomorrow beginning the last month of 2012
1531. (1003) the pages upon which our Advent devotional is written
1532. (1004) the chicken in our chicken tacos for dinner
1533. (1005) my phone which keeps me connected to family and friends
1534. (1006) sun shining bright
1535. (1007) worshiping together with Russ & Damaris
1536. (1008) the waiting, anticipating, hoping of this season
1537. (1009) tears in my eyes rejoicing because I sold my first knitting pattern
1538. (1010) tears in my eyes celebrating a friend's amazing news
1539. (1011) hope shining through
1540. (1012) Sonic ice
1541. (1013) knitted hats crowning heads of those I love
1542. (1014) new design pattern for a knitting project in progress
1543. (1015) silver nose ring
1544. (1016) silver ring with a gorgeous pink stone
1545. (1017) silver necklace with stones for each of my babies
1546. (1018) gluten free lemon wafer cookies
1547. (1019) dark chocolate
1548. (1020) holiday mint mcflurry
1549. (1021) compassion
1550. (1022) unconditional love
1551. (1023) forgiveness again & again
1552. (1024) ornaments hung on the Christmas tree
1553. (1025) squishy, yummy yarn
1554. (1026) Damaris' excitement of sharing Doctor Who with me
1555. (1027) weather changing so I can wear long sleeves
1556. (1028) finding the good in the bad
1557. (1029) dirty dishes after a good meal
1558. (1030) special Christmas ornaments displayed all year long
1559. (1031) figurines on the shelf
1560. (1032) hand knitted pieces displaying love & care for the recipients
1561. (1033) ice to chomp on (especially Sonic ice)
1562. (1034) ice cream with Russ & Damaris
1563. (1035) weather cold enough to turn the heat on, wear long sleeves, & wear fuzzy socks
1564. (1036) Christmas shirts pulled from the back of the closet to wear
1565. (1037) notebook full of notes about our podcast Geeky Girls Knit
1566. (1038) my Starbucks coffee mug
1567. (1039) striped t-shirts
1568. (1040) striped hats all ready to wrap for Christmas
1569. (1041) cozy warm hand knitted striped socks
1570. (1042) Christmas cards received
1571. (1043) Christmas gift shipped
1572. (1044) an awaited package received
1573. (1045) golden ring on Russ' finger
1574. (1046) yummy smelling lotion
1575. (1047) bent low in prayer remembering those who are grieving tonight
1576. (1048) a babe born in a stable
1577. (1049) a star guiding others to see the new babe
1578. (1050) God with us, Emmanuel
1579. (1051) frosting all over my nephew Wyatt as he eats his 1st birthday cake
1580. (1052) Christmas treats
1581. (1053) frosty cold glass with a yummy drink inside
1582. (1054) another day of life
1583. (1055) our Savior, born of a virgin, heaven come to earth
1584. (1056) spring weather in the winter
1585. (1057) french fries after a rough day
1586. (1058) and a hot fudge sundae too
1587. (1059) and a cup of hot chocolate to make sleep peaceful
1588. (1060) Christmas carols
1589. (1061) singing with others, joined in community
1590. (1062) the words to songs that mean so much
1591. (1063) houses lit with Christmas lights
1592. (1064) eyes lit with excitement
1593. (1065) hope lit in the midst of darkness
1594. (1066) rejoicing that we're with family for Christmas
1595. (1067) the wonder in my baby nephew Wyatt's eyes as he tries to figure out that I'm the same Aunt C.C. that talks to him on the computer
1596. (1068) praising for safe travels
1597. (1069) stars that guided to the Savior
1598. (1070) gorgeous new socks that I designed
1599. (1071) stars in the sky shining brightly
1600. (1072) humble desires, just enough
1601. (1073) humble beginnings in a manger
1602. (1074) humbled by God's grace
1603. (1075) Luke 2:14 Heavenly Choir: To the highest heights of the universe, glory to God! And on earth, peace among all people who bring pleasure to God!
1604. (1076) Luke 2:10-12 Messenger: Don’t be afraid! Listen! I bring good news, news of great joy, news that will affect all people everywhere. Today, in the city of David, a Liberator has been born for you! He is the promised Anointed One, the Supreme Authority! You will know you have found Him when you see a baby, wrapped in a blanket, lying in a feeding trough.
1605. (1077) Luke 2:17-19 They spread the story of what they had experienced and what had been said to them about this child. Everyone who heard their story couldn’t stop thinking about its meaning. Mary, too, pondered all of these events, treasuring each memory in her heart.
1606. (1078) forgiveness yet again
1607. (1079) peace in the midst of chaos
1608. (1080) the Liberator as a babe
1609. (1081) finding joy in pain
1610. (1082) sharing our love of all things geeky & knitting through our weekly podcast
1611. (1083) making use of saved pieces of yarn through mixing and matching
1612. (1084) the last days of the year lingering on until the new one begins
1613. (1085) Damaris making the minutes linger, postponing bedtime
1614. (1086) hope lingering, waiting for news
1615. (1087) a word for 2013 being given to me by God
1616. (1088) laughter, laughter, laughter even on a rough day
1617. (1089) possibilities, hoping, praying, waiting
1618. (1090) reflecting on the year almost done
1619. (1091) remembering old song lyrics and singing along
1620. (1092) old tv shows & reenjoying them
1621. (1093) anticipating hopes fulfilled in 2013
1622. (1094) anticipating what the year of "create" will be like
1623. (1095) anticipating joy, laughter, tears, sadness, hope, fears, surprise, etc. as we face a new year ahead
1624. (2013 ~ 1) Happy New Year spoken to me by those I love
1625. (2013 ~ 2) laughter shared between Russ, Damaris, & I
1626. (2013 ~ 3) the sound of the washer & dryer completing their cycles because it means clean clothes, electricity, water, so many things that I take for granted
1627. (2013 ~ 4) the possibility of snow this week
1628. (2013 ~ 5) recording episode 19 of Geeky Girls Knit with Damaris
1629. (2013 ~ 6) lunch prepared by Russ & Damaris
1630. (2013 ~ 7) the forecast with the possibility of rain & snow in Texas!
1631. (2013 ~ 8) excited screams while watching videos from Christmas
1632. (2013 ~ 9) baby laughs while watching old videos of my nephew
1633. (2013 ~ 10) watching old tv shows with Damaris
1634. (2013 ~ 11) excitement for new episodes of a favorite show
1635. (2013 ~ 12) blue yarn being knitted into a gift
1636. (2013 ~ 13) reading Sherlock Holmes with Damaris
1637. (2013 ~ 14) making knitted items as gifts
1638. (2013 ~ 15) seeing the end of the day, time for rest
1639. (2013 ~ 16) a finished knitting project
1640. (2013 ~ 17) ice cream for dinner
1641. (2013 ~ 18) celebrating communion & Epiphany in community
1642. (2013 ~ 19) blushing compliment from my hubby
1643. (2013 ~ 20) Russ running errands for me
1644. (2013 ~ 21) morning cuppa coffee from Damaris
1645. (2013 ~ 22) rain falling in the morning light
1646. (2013 ~ 23) a new me looking back at me in the mirror since my hair color change yesterday
1647. (2013 ~ 24) shadows around the room bouncing off the walls as the light changes direction
1648. (2013 ~ 25) Holding the gift of words in my hands as I read
1649. (2013 ~ 26) passing by the window & seeing the rain fall
1650. (2013 ~ 27) sitting with Damaris to record another episode of our podcast
1651. (2013 ~ 28) an orange for lunch with just the right amount of sourness
1652. (2013 ~ 29) dark chocolate to soothe a pained head
1653. (2013 ~ 30) a cuppa hot chocolate just before bed
1654. (2013 ~ 31) yellow yarn for a new hat for my niece Lola
1655. (2013 ~ 32) yellow post-it notes
1656. (2013 ~ 33) yellow tube of Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
1657. (2013 ~ 34) a wrap pulled down to cover up with
1658. (2013 ~ 35) hot bubble bath on a cold day
1659. (2013 ~ 36) Russ & Damaris beside me watching movies together
1660. (2013 ~ 37) my courage to fight this chronic illness day after day
1661. (2013 ~ 38) my ability to create through knitting
1662. (2013 ~ 39) the things I've learned from the difficulties & pains I've endured
1663. (2013 ~ 40) finding community in a place still so new to us
1664. (2013 ~ 41) Show me grace, Eternal God. I am completely undone. Bring me back together, Eternal One. Mend my shattered bones. Psalm 6:2
1665. (2013 ~ 42) May God pour His grace and blessings into us and turn His face to shine His light on us. Psalm 67:1
1666. (2013 ~ 43) cozy socks worn on a cold day
1667. (2013 ~ 44) hand knitted pretties given to those I love
1668. (2013 ~ 45) time shared with Damaris watching a show we both enjoy
1669. (2013 ~ 46) the joy on Damaris' face as she talks about things she loves
1670. (2013 ~ 47) the precious words of children
1671. (2013 ~ 48) another paycheck received with just enough to pay the bills
1672. (2013 ~ 49) knowing the words coming up next in a tv show before they're even spoken & laughing about it as it happens
1673. (2013 ~ 50) continued prayer over what's next for us
1674. (2013 ~ 51) considering possibilities for less time online, powering down, quieting
1675. (2013 ~ 52) “We are confident that God is able to orchestrate everything to work toward something good and beautiful when we love Him and accept His invitation to live according to His plan.” Romans 8:28
1676. (2013 ~ 53) “Come on now, let’s walk and talk; let’s work this out. Your wrongdoings are bloodred, But they can turn as white as snow. Your sins are red like crimson, but they can be made clean again like new wool.” Isaiah 1:18
1677. (2013 ~ 54) "Now I’m sure of this: the sufferings we endure now are not even worth comparing to the glory that is coming and will be revealed in us." Romans 8:18
1678. (2013 ~ 55) my amazing hubby Russ
1679. (2013 ~ 56) my beautifully geeky daughter Damaris
1680. (2013 ~ 57) friendships formed with people I've never met in person but only online
1681. (2013 ~ 58) the funny fortunes in our fortune cookies
1682. (2013 ~ 59) the details of the stitches in the hand-knit project I'm working on
1683. (2013 ~ 60) the freckles on her skin
1684. (2013 ~ 61) the sun rising & setting even on a difficult day
1685. (2013 ~ 62) a glass of refreshing ice cold water to quench my thirst
1686. (2013 ~ 63) remembering friends who lost their 23 month old son to brain cancer today, praying their memories of Zak will be strong & for the grief they share as a family (they also have an 8 week old, a Kindergartener, & 1st grader)
1687. (2013 ~ 64) my 1yo nephew Wyatt wrinkling his forehead laughing as we video chat
1688. (2013 ~ 65) smooth skin after a hot shower
1689. (2013 ~ 66) amazing news for our family that is unfolding into a new adventure for us
1690. (2013 ~ 67) being able to grieve with hope
1691. (2013 ~ 68) God's hand guiding even when we aren't sure it's really there
1692. (2013 ~ 69) eucharisteos day after day, hour after hour, minute after minute, second after second
1693. (2013 ~ 70) the writing on the cup that Russ brought home to me after work
1694. (2013 ~ 71) the lettering on the webpage that gave us great news
1695. (2013 ~ 72) the cover of my journal where I relax as I write
1696. (2013 ~ 73) a series of books borrowed from the library
1697. (2013 ~ 74) things long thought missing found as we sort
1698. (2013 ~ 75) the beautiful hankie that belonged to my great grandmother
1699. (2013 ~ 76) restful sleep
1700. (2013 ~ 77) lunch with Russ & Damaris
1701. (2013 ~ 78) sorting, sorting, what should go, what should stay
1702. (2013 ~ 79) Russ & Damaris working together to cook another meal
1703. (2013 ~ 80) enough food for the week
1704. (2013 ~ 81) coffee, coffee, coffee, coffee, & may I say it again, coffee!!!!!
1705. (2013 ~ 82) talking life over dinner with friends
1706. (2013 ~ 83) support & encouragement from friends
1707. (2013 ~ 84) discussing a great book within community
1708. (2013 ~ 85) Damaris singing Disney songs
1709. (2013 ~ 86) a whispered I love you
1710. (2013 ~ 87) just the right light to read by
1711. (2013 ~ 88) leftover yarn used in a new knitting project
1712. (2013 ~ 89) old books long ago read reread in a new light
1713. (2013 ~ 90) hope renewed
1714. (2013 ~ 91) words on the pages of books that inspire, encourage, and give hope
1715. (2013 ~ 92) Russ working hard day after day continuing on when it's so difficult
1716. (2013 ~ 93) pictures that remind me, memories to cherish
1717. (2013 ~ 94) yummy red sweet treat
1718. (2013 ~ 95) red plate with dinner on it
1719. (2013 ~ 96) red coffee maker that makes such delicious coffee
1720. (2013 ~ 97) "We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection." The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brené Brown
1721. (2013 ~ 98) "The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows." The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brené Brown
1722. (2013 ~ 99) “ Sufficiency isn't two steps up from poverty or one step short of abundance. It isn't a measure of barely enough or more than enough. Sufficiency isn't an amount at all. It is an experience, a context we generate, a declaration, a knowing that there is enough, and that we are enough.” The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brené Brown
1723. (2013 ~ 100) “The belief that unhappiness is selfless and happiness is selfish is misguided. It's more selfless to act happy. It takes energy, generosity, and discipline to be unfailingly lighthearted, yet everyone takes the happy person for granted. No one is careful of his feelings or tries to keep his spirits high. He seems self-sufficient; he becomes a cushion for others. And because happiness seems unforced, that person usually gets no credit.” Gretchen Rubin, The Happiness Project: Or Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun
1724. (2013 ~ 101) “The days are long, but the years are short.” Gretchen Rubin, The Happiness Project: Or Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun
1725. (2013 ~ 102) “I am living my real life, this is it. Now is now, and if I waited to be happier, waited to have fun, waited to do the things that I know I ought to do, I might never get the chance.” Gretchen Rubin, Happier at Home: Kiss More, Jump More, Abandon a Project, Read Samuel Johnson, and My Other Experiments in the Practice of Everyday Life
1726. (2013 ~ 103) smiles from a sweet wee one at small group as I bent over to make faces at her
1727. (2013 ~ 104) a missing item accidentally knocked to the ground yet found
1728. (2013 ~ 105) good night kiss from Damaris
1729. (2013 ~ 106) Damaris' name stitched on a blanket from when she was a wee babe
1730. (2013 ~ 107) working to hammer out the negative thoughts
1731. (2013 ~ 108) another section of my mother-in-law's shawl woven together with sticks & string
1732. (2013 ~ 109) warm sunshine coming through the car window
1733. (2013 ~ 110) extra time with Russ running errands
1734. (2013 ~ 111) a vehicle in good condition able to pass inspection
1735. (2013 ~ 112) sleeping late
1736. (2013 ~ 113) watching 101 Dalmatians with Damaris
1737. (2013 ~ 114) package arriving with a new item inside
1738. (2013 ~ 115) the day broken up into just manageable bites
1739. (2013 ~ 116) repairing some computer issues
1740. (2013 ~ 117) a book obtained for just the cost of shipping
1741. (2013 ~ 118) the cashier paying the 16 cents I didn't have for my purchase
1742. (2013 ~ 119) a special treat for Russ on sale today
1743. (2013 ~ 120) 4 pairs of glasses for under $150
1744. (2013 ~ 121) video chatting with Lola so she could model the hat I knit for her
1745. (2013 ~ 122) Lola singing & dancing to a song she learned in school
1746. (2013 ~ 123) laughing with Russ & Damaris about a running family joke
1747. (2013 ~ 124) an unexpected part-time job for Russ that will provide some needed income
1748. (2013 ~ 125) the hard work that my great-grandmother put into sewing a quilt for us, rediscovered it over the weekend & am so thankful for my Grandma Cady who has gone on to heaven almost 18 years ago
1749. (2013 ~ 126) Russ' continued willingness to work in a job that is difficult physically, mentally, emotionally, & spiritually
1750. (2013 ~ 127) piles of stuff around me, confusion in the sorting
1751. (2013 ~ 128) the waiting for answers
1752. (2013 ~ 129) making decisions as a parent
1753. (2013 ~ 130) my cozy pink sweater behind the closet door
1754. (2013 ~ 131) Russ walking through the door after getting off of work
1755. (2013 ~ 132) Damaris coming in the door with dinner for she & I
1756. (2013 ~ 133) God opening the doors for Russ to study for his Ph.D. in Theology in Scotland
1757. (2013 ~ 134) knowing that God is going to work out the details for our move
1758. (2013 ~ 135) a loving husband & daughter
1759. (2013 ~ 136) losing the weight & burden of so much stuff
1760. (2013 ~ 137) finding forgotten memories as we sort through boxes of stuff
1761. (2013 ~ 138) making space for what is important by reducing the stuff
1762. (2013 ~ 139) shadows of memories as we look through old pictures
1763. (2013 ~ 140) our future that is being held by God
1764. (2013 ~ 141) the humorous animated movie we watched tonight about losing your shadow
1765. (2013 ~ 142) the gift of service that Russ & Damaris give to me daily
1766. (2013 ~ 143) the gifts found in daily counting the gifts found in life
1767. (2013 ~ 144) being able to receive the gift of service gratefully
1768. (2013 ~ 145) all the pictures we have uncovered as we've been going through boxes
1769. (2013 ~ 146) the fortune from a fortune cookie from many, many, many years ago found in a memory box ~ it says "You will step on the soil of many countries." ~ How apropos!
1770. (2013 ~ 147) the pages of my journal as I write about each day
1771. (2013 ~ 148) plans for early tomorrow morning being changed for reasons out of my control but turning out to be a good change since I'm not feeling well
1772. (2013 ~ 149) plans moving ahead for moving to Scotland which was not a Plan B, but more like a Plan ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ!!!!!!
1773. (2013 ~ 150) an unexpected opportunity to earn some money to help with our move
1774. (2013 ~ 151) a cuppa coffee to start the day
1775. (2013 ~ 152) lunch with Russ & Damaris as it was his late day at work
1776. (2013 ~ 153) laughing with Damaris while eating dinner
1777. (2013 ~ 154) the bottle of saline nasal mist, an essential for me these days
1778. (2013 ~ 155) a check received in the mail
1779. (2013 ~ 156) the cup that holds the drink that Russ brought home for me
1780. (2013 ~ 157) finding another way to connect with the knitting community even though I'm at home so much of the time
1781. (2013 ~ 158) the possibility of seeing family sooner rather than later
1782. (2013 ~ 159) seeing the love that can grow in friendships even from far away
1783. (2013 ~ 160) friends who have offered the use of their vehicles to help us move some things to prepare for our garage sale
1784. (2013 ~ 161) the glasses on my face that help my troubled eyes to see
1785. (2013 ~ 162) the beautiful wooden bed frame that holds the mattress that we sleep in each night (or try to sleep anyway, insomnia can be a pain in the rear!)
1786. (2013 ~ 163) actually sleeping
1787. (2013 ~ 164) Russ & Damaris letting me sleep super late
1788. (2013 ~ 165) soft, comfy sheets on the bed
1789. (2013 ~ 166) clothes almost worn out but so comfy that I just can't face getting rid of them
1790. (2013 ~ 167) a new pair of socks, completely knitted and ready to be gifted
1791. (2013 ~ 168) figuring out what we can make do without as we prepare for the move
1792. (2013 ~ 169) the love and compassion reflecting through a beautiful woman as she shares about herself
1793. (2013 ~ 170) the joys I feel within being reflected without as I share them
1794. (2013 ~ 171) the bird dancing on the windowsill and watching his own reflection in the windowpane
1795. (2013 ~ 172) working on stuff for our big garage sale because the end outcome will far outweigh all the trouble of prepping for it
1796. (2013 ~ 173) the willingness of a friend to help with an unpleasant task
1797. (2013 ~ 174) finding the joys in a day of difficulties
1798. (2013 ~ 175) God's care & provision day after day
1799. (2013 ~ 176) the gift of my husband & daughter who bless me on a daily basis
1800. (2013 ~ 177) the practice of writing, of counting, of celebrating each joy, thanksgiving, eucharisteo, all the way to #1800!!!!!
1801. (2013 ~ 178) video chatting so my 4 year old niece Lola can sing me a song
1802. (2013 ~ 179) video chatting so my 14 month old nephew Wyatt can show me his new trick of pointing to himself when someone asks him "Where's Wyatt?"
1803. (2013 ~ 180) the calm before the storm of prepping for tomorrow's "moving out of the country" garage sale
1804. (2013 ~ 181) the stack of green bills that we made from our huge garage sale today
1805. (2013 ~ 182) the smile that the green frog stuffed animal that sits on my bed brings me
1806. (2013 ~ 183) the green icon for the app that lets me talk to a friend in Scotland
1807. (2013 ~ 184) my beautiful wedding ring, a gift from my beloved
1808. (2013 ~ 185) comfy clothes worn on a day of rest
1809. (2013 ~ 186) handknit socks worn on tired, sore feet
1810. (2013 ~ 187) tears shared around the table at small group tonight as we shared each other's journeys
1811. (2013 ~ 188) the "Holy crap! What did we just do?" feeling of having sold almost everything we own
1812. (2013 ~ 189) the pain in my head as my eyes adjust to the new glasses' prescription because I will be able to see better with them
1813. (2013 ~ 190) my new glasses found in the mailbox
1814. (2013 ~ 191) the rings found online custom stamped for me with words to remember ~ eucharisteo & create
1815. (2013 ~ 192) finding fellow knitters who are willing to test knit a pattern I designed
1816. (2013 ~ 193) Damaris bent down low to photograph a project for me
1817. (2013 ~ 194) sleep broken into pieces last night with the hope that sleep will be whole tonight
1818. (2013 ~ 195) realizing that Damaris & I shared a thought at the exact same moment & we both realized it & the beauty of that moment
1819. (2013 ~ 196) a favorite dinner
1820. (2013 ~ 197) cold water to quench thirst
1821. (2013 ~ 198) coffee to start the day
1822. (2013 ~ 199) laughter loud shared with Russ & Damaris
1823. (2013 ~ 200) the wind howling in the night
1824. (2013 ~ 201) excitement getting louder as we take each step closer
1825. (2013 ~ 202) carving out time to spend the day with Russ & Damaris
1826. (2013 ~ 203) the carved wooden swift and ball winder making it easier to wind yarn
1827. (2013 ~ 204) the wooden toy baby crib that has been shared by various members of our extended family
1828. (2013 ~ 205) We ask You, Eternal One, to give strength to Your people;
Eternal One, bless them with the gift of peace. Psalm 29:11
1829. (2013 ~ 206) Jesus: I give you the gift of peace. In the same way the Father sent Me, I am now sending you. John 20:21
1830. (2013 ~ 207) The payoff for a life of sin is death, but God is offering us a free gift—eternal life through our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One, the Liberating King. Romans 6:23
1831. (2013 ~ 208) just finished the River of Time series by Lisa T. Bergren & was oh so impressed by her work
1832. (2013 ~ 209) reading all the books/short stories about Sherlock Holmes with Damaris
1833. (2013 ~ 210) the inspiring words that I find in my Google Reader everyday
1834. (2013 ~ 211) opening the windows to let the breeze in
1835. (2013 ~ 212) quenching thirst with a cup of cold water
1836. (2013 ~ 213) envelopes holding good mail
1837. (2013 ~ 214) the round container full of chocolate cake/brownie/ice cream/whipped cream/cherry goodness that the hubs brought home to me after a rough day
1838. (2013 ~ 215) the hat that I'm knitting round and round and round
1839. (2013 ~ 216) the fan blowing air making it just cool enough
1840. (2013 ~ 217) family and friends checking on me today when I'm feeling physically worse than normal
1841. (2013 ~ 218) my niece Lola coming through outpatient surgery successfully
1842. (2013 ~ 219) waking in quietness
1843. (2013 ~ 220) hats knitted to be given away
1844. (2013 ~ 221) knitted preemie hats to donate to the local NICU
1845. (2013 ~ 222) laughter freely shared with Russ and Damaris
1846. (2013 ~ 223) extreme vertigo causing me to be still
1847. (2013 ~ 224) knitting things that aren't fun for me because I know they will make the receiver happy
1848. (2013 ~ 225) facing another day filled with the difficulties of chronic illness
1849. (2013 ~ 226) another page turned in an interesting book
1850. (2013 ~ 227) napkin folded after a delicious meal
1851. (2013 ~ 228) the hank of yarn hung around Damaris' hands while I wound it into balls
1852. (2013 ~ 229) the red heart lights that hang along our ceiling
1853. (2013 ~ 230) the red coffeepot that gives me my cuppa every morning
1854. (2013 ~ 231) the red bow tie and fez that Tigger is wearing on my Doctor Who/Tigger crossover shirt
1855. (2013 ~ 232) dark chocolate bar goodness
1856. (2013 ~ 233) crunchy pink lady apples
1857. (2013 ~ 234) the fun of eating string cheese
1858. (2013 ~ 235) recounting a funny story on our podcast and the laughter it bubbled up in us
1859. (2013 ~ 236) the humor of life, when it rains, it pours!
1860. (2013 ~ 237) a funny video a friend shared with me
1861. (2013 ~ 238) salty tears trying to make sense
1862. (2013 ~ 239) a sweet treat brought home for me from the hubs
1863. (2013 ~ 240) time with Russ and Damaris, always just the right way to spend my evenings
1864. (2013 ~ 241) "Take care that you do what is right and fair, because before you know it, I will come to save you; Soon you will see how I rescue." Isaiah 56:1
1865. (2013 ~ 242) "This is what we work so hard for! This is why we are constantly struggling: because we have an assured hope fixed upon a living God who is the Savior of all humankind—especially all of us who believe." 1 Timothy 4:10
1866. (2013 ~ 243) "Finally, brothers and sisters, fill your minds with beauty and truth. Meditate on whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is good, whatever is virtuous and praiseworthy." Philippians 4:8
1867. (2013 ~ 244) laughter
1868. (2013 ~ 245) courage
1869. (2013 ~ 246) compassion
1870. (2013 ~ 247) "I love you!"
1871. (2013 ~ 248) "Good job! I'm proud of you!"
1872. (2013 ~ 249) amazing good news shared by a friend
1873. (2013 ~ 250) singing hymns with small group tonight
1874. (2013 ~ 251) the words of the offices, the hours, written for us to pray and speak
1875. (2013 ~ 252) tears painting my face as the words speak to my soul, my spirit, to all of me
1876. (2013 ~ 253) another month almost gone
1877. (2013 ~ 254) the balls of yarn almost gone meaning another pair of socks almost complete
1878. (2013 ~ 255) pages almost gone as reading another book nears completion
1879. (2013 ~ 256) broken relationships redeemed
1880. (2013 ~ 257) a rough day redeemed just before the day ends
1881. (2013 ~ 258) the reminder that it is well with my soul regardless of what happens
1882. (2013 ~ 259) my life entwined with those in my community
1883. (2013 ~ 260) the love I have for Russ and Damaris and how we do life together
1884. (2013 ~ 261) holding hands as we sing and pray together at small group
1885. (2013 ~ 262) continually being provided for even in unexpected way
1886. (2013 ~ 263) it is Friday, but Sunday is coming
1887. (2013 ~ 264) love undeserved
1888. (2013 ~ 265) yarn uncovered in the bottom of my stash tub
1889. (2013 ~ 266) an important piece of paper discovered at the bottom of a stack
1890. (2013 ~ 267) finding out a new favorite is available sooner than expected
1891. (2013 ~ 268) the sounds of spring heard
1892. (2013 ~ 269) completed pair of knitted socks held in my hands
1893. (2013 ~ 270) another month completed bringing us closer to our hoped for, anticipated, coming move to Scotland
1894. (2013 ~ 271) the balls of yarn for my new project
1895. (2013 ~ 272) the glass that holds cold water to drink
1896. (2013 ~ 273) the silver hoop earrings I wore today
1897. (2013 ~ 274) the video chat background screen that let me talk to my family and get "computer kisses" from my nephew
1898. (2013 ~ 275) white polka dots on my comfy cozy socks
1899. (2013 ~ 276) the receipt that Russ and Damaris brought home after going grocery shopping for us
1900. (2013 ~ 277) the week passing surprisingly quickly as we look forward to weekend plans
1901. (2013 ~ 278) laughter surprisingly bubbling up
1902. (2013 ~ 279) seeing the joy in Damaris' face at something so simple yet so meaningful to her
1903. (2013 ~ 280) John 20:27-31 ~ He drew close to Thomas.
Jesus: Reach out and touch Me. See the punctures in My hands; reach out your hand, and put it to My side; leave behind your faithlessness, and believe.
Thomas (filled with emotion): You are the one True God and Lord of my life.
Jesus: Thomas, you have faith because you have seen Me. Blessed are all those who never see Me and yet they still believe.
Jesus performed many other wondrous signs that are not written in this book. These accounts are recorded so that you, too, might believe that Jesus is the Anointed, the Liberating King, the Son of God, because believing grants you the life He came to share.
1904. (2013 ~ 281) Philippians 3:12 ~ I’m not there yet, nor have I become perfect; but I am charging on to gain anything and everything the Anointed One, Jesus, has in store for me—and nothing will stand in my way because He has grabbed me and won’t let me go.
1905. (2013 ~ 282) Psalm 51:10-11 ~ Create in me a clean heart, O God; restore within me a sense of being brand new. Do not throw me far away from Your presence, and do not remove Your Holy Spirit from me.
1906. (2013 ~ 283) being able to travel to see family & have them store things for us while we're in Scotland
1907. (2013 ~ 284) hugs and kisses from my nephew Wyatt & niece Lola
1908. (2013 ~ 285) dinner out with family
1909. (2013 ~ 286) the rocking chair that I sat in with my nephew Wyatt on my lap
1910. (2013 ~ 287) the shelves that hold the hubs treasured books
1911. (2013 ~ 288) the dining room table that we sat around to celebrate my dad and my brother-in-law's birthdays
1912. (2013 ~ 289) waiting, anticipating, counting the days until our move to Scotland
1913. (2013 ~ 290) the anticipation shared with Russ and Damaris as we wait for a favorite thing to arrive
1914. (2013 ~ 291) getting to see my family, especially my niece and nephew, after time away from them
1915. (2013 ~ 292) getting up to face the day after a long night's sleep
1916. (2013 ~ 293) a cuppa coffee to start the day
1917. (2013 ~ 294) the sleeve of the sweater Damaris is knitting growing and growing
1918. (2013 ~ 295) knowing that although what we need is hidden right now, it will be revealed and God will provide
1919. (2013 ~ 296) a sweet treat given to me
1920. (2013 ~ 297) sweet words spoken that affirm and encourage
1921. (2013 ~ 298) an unexpected check in the mail
1922. (2013 ~ 299) a book sent by a friend
1923. (2013 ~ 300) a new movie to watch at Damaris' request
1924. (2013 ~ 301) a huge opportunity for me in the works
1925. (2013 ~ 302) learning new techniques for knitting projects
1926. (2013 ~ 303) a possibility blooming that could be a blessed change for the better
1927. (2013 ~ 304) cozy hand knit socks to keep my cold feet warm
1928. (2013 ~ 305) my eucharisteo ring that reminds me to be grateful every day
1929. (2013 ~ 306) headphones plugged in so I can knit along with my favorite knitters and podcasters
1930. (2013 ~ 307) light bulb turning on with realization
1931. (2013 ~ 308) the sun shining bright as another day is before us
1932. (2013 ~ 309) Damaris' eyes shining bright as she admires her new haircut
1933. (2013 ~ 310) sweet words from a dear friend
1934. (2013 ~ 311) kiss on the head from my sweet girl
1935. (2013 ~ 312) answers to questions found by looking
1936. (2013 ~ 313) the rhythm of knitting that keeps me sane
1937. (2013 ~ 314) needed paperwork that finally arrived in the mailbox today
1938. (2013 ~ 315) words that comfort, words that give hope, words that give strength
1939. (2013 ~ 316) finding peace in the midst of chaos
1940. (2013 ~ 317) facing another day when it is difficult to get out of bed
1941. (2013 ~ 318) rejoicing with others while you have pain inside
1942. (2013 ~ 319) the fabric being formed as I knit stitch after stitch
1943. (2013 ~ 320) ever increasing joy and community as we express our shared love
1944. (2013 ~ 321) plans coming together, another thread woven, as the picture becomes more visible
1945. (2013 ~ 322) eyes of blue
1946. (2013 ~ 323) love of reading being passed on to another generation
1947. (2013 ~ 324) and the love of music being passed on as well
1948. (2013 ~ 325) the squares full of faces on my computer screen as we have another Geeky Girls Knit Virtual Knit Night
1949. (2013 ~ 326) the envelope full of it's awaited contents
1950. (2013 ~ 327) the tv screen and the information it shares as well as the enjoyment we have when watching a favorite show
1951. (2013 ~ 328) a stack of books waiting to be read
1952. (2013 ~ 329) yarn in my stash awaiting a good knitting project
1953. (2013 ~ 330) stilled in sleep, a restful night
1954. (2013 ~ 331) a future
1955. (2013 ~ 332) peace
1956. (2013 ~ 333) hope
1957. (2013 ~ 334) knitting project nearing completion
1958. (2013 ~ 335) each day being closer to Scotland
1959. (2013 ~ 336) changes on the horizon, so close
1960. (2013 ~ 337) reflecting on days past, remembering what was
1961. (2013 ~ 338) looking ahead, reflecting on possibilities
1962. (2013 ~ 339) pictures that tell history, stories, life
1963. (2013 ~ 340) realizing that I was feeling fragile and taking a step back to rest, calm, find peace
1964. (2013 ~ 341) a goodbye for a little while
1965. (2013 ~ 342) fragile emotions searching for healing
1966. (2013 ~ 343) completed knitting projects each beautiful in their own special way
1967. (2013 ~ 344) knitting needles held in hands clicking the rhythm of my life
1968. (2013 ~ 345) the adorable tiny wooden sock blocker key chain that now graces my favorite project bag
1969. (2013 ~ 346) progress made, moving forward, we'll be moving to Scotland soon
1970. (2013 ~ 347) the fan blades moving bringing cool air
1971. (2013 ~ 348) watching the journey of the characters in The Hobbit, enjoying a Friday night movie with the hubs and daughter
1972. (2013 ~ 349) what appears to be a mess of yarn becoming a gorgeous knitted piece
1973. (2013 ~ 350) finding the humor in the pain
1974. (2013 ~ 351) finding a treasure in the mess
1975. (2013 ~ 352) orange mushrooms on my favorite knitting project bag
1976. (2013 ~ 353) orange yarn for part of a baby blanket
1977. (2013 ~ 354) orange icon that lets me connect
1978. (2013 ~ 355) the kids playing outside at small group tonight
1979. (2013 ~ 356) wildflowers growing along the road
1980. (2013 ~ 357) trees springing full of life
1981. (2013 ~ 358) a knitting project bag gifted to me unexpectedly
1982. (2013 ~ 359) several knitted items finished this past week
1983. (2013 ~ 360) the Hubs going to work day after day to a job that is so unfulfilling
1984. (2013 ~ 361) dark chocolate with almonds
1985. (2013 ~ 362) a juicy kiwi
1986. (2013 ~ 363) sharp cheddar cheese
1987. (2013 ~ 364) Damaris' passport arriving in the mail
1988. (2013 ~ 365) pages of a book turning one by one
1989. (2013 ~ 366) having access to my knitting patterns and so much more on my Kindle
1990. (2013 ~ 367) the need for patience
1991. (2013 ~ 368) the need for grace
1992. (2013 ~ 369) the need for shalom
1993. (2013 ~ 370) sleep!
1994. (2013 ~ 371) sleep!
1995. (2013 ~ 372) sleep!
1996. (2013 ~ 373) Peace that hangs on my wall that reminds me
1997. (2013 ~ 374) laughing hysterically with the Hubs and Damaris on a Sunday afternoon
1998. (2013 ~ 375) a treat brought home by the Hubs
1999. (2013 ~ 376) hope
2000. (2013 ~ 377) gratitude
2001. (2013 ~ 378) love
2002. (2013 ~ 379) living in community
2003. (2013 ~ 380) just enough
2004. (2013 ~ 381) finding comfort and peace within these 4 walls
2005. (2013 ~ 382) comfy shoes that show off my handknit socks
2006. (2013 ~ 383) comfy cozy yoga pants
2007. (2013 ~ 384) fun t-shirts that make me smile
2008. (2013 ~ 385) quiet
2009. (2013 ~ 386) stillness
2010. (2013 ~ 387) peace
2011. (2013 ~ 388) refreshing rain
2012. (2013 ~ 389) cool air from the fan
2013. (2013 ~ 390) my brain as I try to remember how to code a website
2014. (2013 ~ 391) deep and strong faith
2015. (2013 ~ 392) love of music and singing
2016. (2013 ~ 393) love for grandchildren
2017. (2013 ~ 394) a tissue to wipe away the tears as I read the words my husband wrote about grief and celebration on Mother's Day
2018. (2013 ~ 395) a sweet treat to celebrate the Hubs' birthday and Mother's Day
2019. (2013 ~ 396) yarn and knitting needles as I work on a knitting project
2020. (2013 ~ 397) her work ethic
2021. (2013 ~ 398) her love of music
2022. (2013 ~ 399) her love of God
2023. (2013 ~ 400) organizing stuff, getting ready
2024. (2013 ~ 401) fall and winter clothes all packed up for our move to Scotland
2025. (2013 ~ 402) hand knit socks all rolled up and lined up in rows
2026. (2013 ~ 403) perseverance
2027. (2013 ~ 404) compassion
2028. (2013 ~ 405) empathy
2029. (2013 ~ 406) “The path we walk is charted by faith, not by what we see with our eyes. There is no doubt that we live with a daring passion, but in the end we prefer to be gone from this body so that we can be at home with the Lord.” 2 Corinthians 5:7-8
2030. (2013 ~ 407) "No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us. Consequently God’s love has accomplished its mission among us." 1 John 4:12
2031. (2013 ~ 408) "If you are right with God, He strengthens you for the journey; the Eternal One will be pleased with your life. And even though you trip up, you will not fall on your face because the Eternal holds you by the hand." Psalm 37:23-24
2032. (2013 ~ 409) a sweet treat
2033. (2013 ~ 410) a few goodies picked up at the store today
2034. (2013 ~ 411) a good book that kept me company when the yucky insomnia hit again last night
2035. (2013 ~ 412) a decent night's sleep
2036. (2013 ~ 413) finishing watching a series with the Hubs and Damaris tonight
2037. (2013 ~ 414) paperwork that needed tackling going much smoother than expected
2038. (2013 ~ 415) love of music
2039. (2013 ~ 416) love of reading
2040. (2013 ~ 417) love of crafting
2041. (2013 ~ 418) a square of dark chocolate
2042. (2013 ~ 419) sliced dill pickles
2043. (2013 ~ 420) yummy potato casserole
2044. (2013 ~ 421) unconditional love
2045. (2013 ~ 422) sweet kisses
2046. (2013 ~ 423) big hugs
2047. (2013 ~ 424) recording the new episode of our podcast Geeky Girls Knit with Damaris
2048. (2013 ~ 425) watching a silly video
2049. (2013 ~ 426) Damaris recounting ridiculous jokes
2050. (2013 ~ 427) sharing our stories
2051. (2013 ~ 428) feeling at home
2052. (2013 ~ 429) journeying together
2053. (2013 ~ 430) delicious loaded baked potato for dinner
2054. (2013 ~ 431) a pot of coffee to start the day
2055. (2013 ~ 432) cute knitting accessories arriving in the mail today
2056. (2013 ~ 433) a joyous occasion that brings tears and sadness to remembrance because of the journey
2057. (2013 ~ 434) a continued job for the Hubs even though it's a daily struggle for him
2058. (2013 ~ 435) the pain and grief of chronic illness because it makes me stronger
2059. (2013 ~ 436) comfy clothes on a quiet day at home
2060. (2013 ~ 437) yummy, creamy mashed potatoes
2061. (2013 ~ 438) a whispered "good morning, I love you"
2062. (2013 ~ 439) community
2063. (2013 ~ 440) sharing communion together
2064. (2013 ~ 441) the rhythm of liturgy
2065. (2013 ~ 442) finishing a project I love
2066. (2013 ~ 443) reminders of my old normal in sorting through paperwork
2067. (2013 ~ 444) the end of a successful year of homeschooling my 8th grader, soon to be 9th grader
2068. (2013 ~ 445) sleep
2069. (2013 ~ 446) watching tv and having lunch with the Hubs and Mare
2070. (2013 ~ 447) laughing and being silly with Damaris
2071. (2013 ~ 448) blue yarn in my current knitting project
2072. (2013 ~ 449) blue notebook beside my bed
2073. (2013 ~ 450) beautiful picture of mountains, sky, and water on the May calendar page
2074. (2013 ~ 451) helping Damaris with a project
2075. (2013 ~ 452) helping with chores
2076. (2013 ~ 453) preserving memories
2077. (2013 ~ 454) juicy orange for lunch
2078. (2013 ~ 455) crunchy orange carrots
2079. (2013 ~ 456) orange and pink mouse for my laptop
2080. (2013 ~ 457) the humor in a tv show watched with the family
2081. (2013 ~ 458) irony, silly irony
2082. (2013 ~ 459) joy over finishing a project and the yearning to start another one almost immediately
2083. (2013 ~ 460) finding answers in the chaos
2084. (2013 ~ 461) love expressed
2085. (2013 ~ 462) hope enduring
2086. (2013 ~ 463) peace
2087. (2013 ~ 464) love
2088. (2013 ~ 465) joy
2089. (2013 ~ 466) a breath in, a breath out
2090. (2013 ~ 467) finding a way when there doesn't seem to be a way
2091. (2013 ~ 468) people reaching out in love, in support
2092. (2013 ~ 469) the willingness to do something even though it wasn't quite perfect
2093. (2013 ~ 470) tears that depression and grief bring
2094. (2013 ~ 471) the pain of loss
2095. (2013 ~ 472) an escape into mystery and who did it
2096. (2013 ~ 473) words that inspire and bring hope
2097. (2013 ~ 474) reading along with Damaris, enjoying stories together
2098. (2013 ~ 475) another glass of water drunk
2099. (2013 ~ 476) the bottom of the cuppa coffee
2100. (2013 ~ 477) finding the end of the 2000's and beginning the 2100's in my counting of eucharisteos
2101. (2013 ~ 478) spending the day with the Hubs and Damaris
2102. (2013 ~ 479) figuring out a creative fix for a problem
2103. (2013 ~ 480) progress and more progress
2104. (2013 ~ 481) healthy delicious lunch
2105. (2013 ~ 482) watching knitting podcasts
2106. (2013 ~ 483) laughter and tears as we shared crazy stories at small group
2107. (2013 ~ 484) pretty pink painted fingernails
2108. (2013 ~ 485) beautiful picture painted by a friend
2109. (2013 ~ 486) the colors painted across the sky
2110. (2013 ~ 487) a list full of projects to knit
2111. (2013 ~ 488) a glass full of refreshing ice cold water
2112. (2013 ~ 489) show notes full of tons of things to talk about on our podcast
2113. (2013 ~ 490) the smell of fresh coffee
2114. (2013 ~ 491) the smell of my yummy coffee lip balm
2115. (2013 ~ 492) the smell of hippie chick lotion
2116. (2013 ~ 493) a night out with the family
2117. (2013 ~ 494) work to accomplish but with good results
2118. (2013 ~ 495) a free coffee drink to enjoy
2119. (2013 ~ 496) "No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us. Consequently God’s love has accomplished its mission among us." 1 John 4:12
2120. (2013 ~ 497) "You see, when God gives a grace gift and issues a call to a people, He does not change His mind and take it back." Romans 11:29
2121. (2013 ~ 498) "For all my wanting, I don’t have anyone but You in heaven. There is nothing on earth that I desire other than You. I admit how broken I am in body and spirit, but God is my strength, and He will be mine forever." Psalm 73:25-26
2122. (2013 ~ 499) the days moving so quickly as we prepare for our new adventure
2123. (2013 ~ 500) our move to Scotland in about 9 weeks
2124. (2013 ~ 501) hands moving in rhythm as the knitting needles clack together and the yarn is formed into stitches
2125. (2013 ~ 502) love of reading
2126. (2013 ~ 503) persistent spirit
2127. (2013 ~ 504) faith
2128. (2013 ~ 505) unconditional love
2129. (2013 ~ 506) mercy
2130. (2013 ~ 507) grace
2131. (2013 ~ 508) knowing that wading through all this mess of paperwork will bring good eventually
2132. (2013 ~ 509) a small glimmer of hope in the midst of clouds of grey
2133. (2013 ~ 510) another step closer to Scotland
2134. (2013 ~ 511) bending time backwards looking at old pictures
2135. (2013 ~ 512) a completed knitting project
2136. (2013 ~ 513) love even in the midst of disagreements
2137. (2013 ~ 514) the warm sunlight shining in the room
2138. (2013 ~ 515) clearer head in the morning light
2139. (2013 ~ 516) The Eternal is my light amidst my darkness and my rescue in times of trouble. So whom shall I fear? Psalm 27:1
2140. (2013 ~ 517) miles and miles of paperwork getting ready for our move to Scotland
2141. (2013 ~ 518) fighting the anxiety so I am able to run some errands
2142. (2013 ~ 519) remembering, grieving, wishing, crying
2143. (2013 ~ 520) conversation
2144. (2013 ~ 521) great food
2145. (2013 ~ 522) community
2146. (2013 ~ 523) a cold drink of water
2147. (2013 ~ 524) the sharing of our stories with our small group
2148. (2013 ~ 525) a new knitting project cast on
2149. (2013 ~ 526) the suffering and hardships those before us went through in order to give women the right to vote
2150. (2013 ~ 527) watching movies with the Hubs and Damaris
2151. (2013 ~ 528) a new creative outlet
2152. (2013 ~ 529) yummy frozen strawberry lemonade
2153. (2013 ~ 530) hysterical laughter with Damaris
2154. (2013 ~ 531) long phone call with my sister
2155. (2013 ~ 532) finishing a project
2156. (2013 ~ 533) the Hubs bringing a treat home
2157. (2013 ~ 534) air conditioning
2158. (2013 ~ 535) safe travels
2159. (2013 ~ 536) visa appointment going well
2160. (2013 ~ 537) a flat in Edinburgh
2161. (2013 ~ 538) quiet day at home
2162. (2013 ~ 539) singing silly songs with Damaris
2163. (2013 ~ 540) making progress on knitting projects
2164. (2013 ~ 541) working on a surprise without the recipient having an inkling about it
2165. (2013 ~ 542) that an injury wasn't worse
2166. (2013 ~ 543) figuring out a solution to a difficult knitting stitch
2167. (2013 ~ 544) a yummy snowcone
2168. (2013 ~ 545) a money gift
2169. (2013 ~ 546) a place to live in Scotland!!!!
2170. (2013 ~ 547) good emails
2171. (2013 ~ 548) another step towards Scotland
2172. (2013 ~ 549) finding a new home for some of our things
2173. (2013 ~ 550) weekly fun with Damaris recording our podcast
2174. (2013 ~ 551) funny tv shows
2175. (2013 ~ 552) counting down the days
2176. (2013 ~ 553) an easy fix to missing paperwork
2177. (2013 ~ 554) an upcoming three day weekend for the Hubs
2178. (2013 ~ 555) sharing an old loved movie with Damaris
2179. (2013 ~ 556) figuring out a way to bring a few more things with us
2180. (2013 ~ 557) packing more things, another step closer
2181. (2013 ~ 558) virtual knit night
2182. (2013 ~ 559) marking another item off my list
2183. (2013 ~ 560) making progress on a big project
2184. (2013 ~ 561) finally having a good night's sleep
2185. (2013 ~ 562) a free pattern
2186. (2013 ~ 563) sweet compliments
2187. (2013 ~ 564) understanding words
2188. (2013 ~ 565) Monday night small group
2189. (2013 ~ 566) cool breeze on a hot summer night
2190. (2013 ~ 567) dark chocolate
2191. (2013 ~ 568) someone else's words, knowing someone else understands
2192. (2013 ~ 569) sleep
2193. (2013 ~ 570) watching the waves on the shore, the peacefulness on the screen
2194. (2013 ~ 571) finally finishing a knitting project that's been on the needles way too long
2195. (2013 ~ 572) yummy ice cream
2196. (2013 ~ 573) spending the evening knitting with Damaris
2197. (2013 ~ 574) our visas for Scotland being approved!!!!!
2198. (2013 ~ 575) another step closer!
2199. (2013 ~ 576) relief and hope
2200. (2013 ~ 577) visas arriving quickly
2201. (2013 ~ 578) plane tickets purchased
2202. (2013 ~ 579) official countdown to move day beginning!
2203. (2013 ~ 580) donating eyeglasses that we can't wear anymore to an organization who can use them to help someone else
2204. (2013 ~ 581) recycling, even of electronics
2205. (2013 ~ 582) more things marked off the to do list of things to do before we move
2206. (2013 ~ 583) ice cream for dinner
2207. (2013 ~ 584) another lovely knitting project on the needles
2208. (2013 ~ 585) tv marathon with the Hubs & Damaris
2209. (2013 ~ 586) delicious food eaten around the table with our small group
2210. (2013 ~ 587) stories told in community
2211. (2013 ~ 588) understanding hearts
2212. (2013 ~ 589) as yet unmet friends offering assistance with our move
2213. (2013 ~ 590) being so productive with a fun knit-a-long
2214. (2013 ~ 591) unexpected quiet days
2215. (2013 ~ 592) pulling off a genuine surprise
2216. (2013 ~ 593) into the 30's as we count down
2217. (2013 ~ 594) making plans
2218. (2013 ~ 595) our car being taken care of for after the move
2219. (2013 ~ 596) a quiet day with Damaris
2220. (2013 ~ 597) finally a response to a contact we made
2221. (2013 ~ 598) a fun VKN
2222. (2013 ~ 599) a new clue for the mystery KAL
2223. (2013 ~ 600) another work week done for the Hubs
2224. (2013 ~ 601) lunch date with the Hubs
2225. (2013 ~ 602) finally getting a hair cut
2226. (2013 ~ 603) a fun and inexpensive manicure
2227. (2013 ~ 604) finishing another clue for the mystery KAL
2228. (2013 ~ 605) another item marked off the to-do before we move list
2229. (2013 ~ 606) family time
2230. (2013 ~ 607) sharing laughter and stories at small group
2231. (2013 ~ 608) finally getting a technology problem figured out
2232. (2013 ~ 609) less than 800 hours to go!
2233. (2013 ~ 610) coffee after a rough night
2234. (2013 ~ 611) others excited with us about our upcoming move
2235. (2013 ~ 612) taking a walk down memory lane
2236. (2013 ~ 613) an end in sight to a difficult situation
2237. (2013 ~ 614) watching a movie with Damaris
2238. (2013 ~ 615) a sweet gift from a sweet friend
2239. (2013 ~ 616) the beauty of the rain hitting the ground
2240. (2013 ~ 617) friends who are supportive of our upcoming move
2241. (2013 ~ 618) hitting the 1 month to go mark!
2242. (2013 ~ 619) a happy design accident in a knitting project
2243. (2013 ~ 620) change in plans that gives us a slower quieter weekend
2244. (2013 ~ 621) finishing a fun mystery knitting project
2245. (2013 ~ 622) weather not being overwhelmingly hot as we completed an outdoor chore today
2246. (2013 ~ 623) marking more things off the to do list
2247. (2013 ~ 624) spending the day with my loves
2248. (2013 ~ 625) only 4 weeks to go!
2249. (2013 ~ 626) finishing a difficult project and it turning out beautifully!
2250. (2013 ~ 627) a cold glass of iced tea
2251. (2013 ~ 628) an unexpected phone call from an old friend
2252. (2013 ~ 629) the good memories that the phone call brought back
2253. (2013 ~ 630) making luggage tags with Damaris, another item done!
2254. (2013 ~ 631) the Hubs getting off work early
2255. (2013 ~ 632) but getting a little extra time on his paycheck tomorrow
2256. (2013 ~ 633) Ravelry friends offering advice for our move
2257. (2013 ~ 634) having as much fun recording the podcast with Damaris 50 episodes in as we did on the 1st episode
2258. (2013 ~ 635) knowing that in just a few minutes we can say that we are moving to Scotland this month!
2259. (2013 ~ 636) knowing that God is providing even when man is trying to get in the way
2260. (2013 ~ 637) fixing what could have been a knitting error with a little ingenuity
2261. (2013 ~ 638) figuring out bank accounts that will work even with the move
2262. (2013 ~ 639) emails from new friends in Scotland
2263. (2013 ~ 640) safe driving travels to and from Gainesville
2264. (2013 ~ 641) lunch with family
2265. (2013 ~ 642) unexpected quiet time
2266. (2013 ~ 643) funny memories of Damaris' childhood revisited
2267. (2013 ~ 644) getting closer to completing a taxing task
2268. (2013 ~ 645) neat coincidences, such a small world we live in
2269. (2013 ~ 646) only 3 weeks to go!
2270. (2013 ~ 647) finding a way to make some needed purchases before we go to Scotland
2271. (2013 ~ 648) finishing a project on a deadline
2272. (2013 ~ 649) another special night with our small group, next to last before the move
2273. (2013 ~ 650) errands being easy to run and get things accomplished
2274. (2013 ~ 651) true community
2275. (2013 ~ 652) sweet handmade gifts arriving in the mail
2276. (2013 ~ 653) video-chatting with my Momma
2277. (2013 ~ 654) laughing at ridiculous things with Damaris
2278. (2013 ~ 655) no more closing shifts at work for the Hubs
2279. (2013 ~ 656) The Doctor and Sherlock and Moustaches, Oh My!
2280. (2013 ~ 657) sweet treat to celebrate
2281. (2013 ~ 658) unexpected rain
2282. (2013 ~ 659) finally catching up on blog posts
2283. (2013 ~ 660) making it through a tough pronouncement
2284. (2013 ~ 611) unexpected gift in the mail
2285. (2013 ~ 612) pattern sale going so well
2286. (2013 ~ 613) finishing a cute knitting project
2287. (2013 ~ 614) family movie night
2288. (2013 ~ 615) unexpected news that made the day easier to deal with
2289. (2013 ~ 616) joining Sharing Our Spoons again
2290. (2013 ~ 617) one more week in Abilene
2291. (2013 ~ 618) two more weeks until we leave for Scotland
2292. (2013 ~ 619) figuring out confusing directions and succeeding with the project
2293. (2013 ~ 620) special night with small group
2294. (2013 ~ 621) saying goodbye to our community
2295. (2013 ~ 622) unexpected gift
2296. (2013 ~ 623) finding out today that my sister is going to have another baby boy
2297. (2013 ~ 624) gluten free chocolate cake
2298. (2013 ~ 625) unexpected monetary gifts
2299. (2013 ~ 626) getting together with old friends
2300. (2013 ~ 627) 2300 gifts named!
2301. (2013 ~ 628) getting to hold a sweet baby boy and hear his baby noises and snuggle him
2302. (2013 ~ 629) finishing a knitting project with time to spare
2303. (2013 ~ 630) marking tons of stuff off the to do list
2304. (2013 ~ 631) an amazing dinner prepared by the Hubs and Damaris
2305. (2013 ~ 632) another unexpected money gift
2306. (2013 ~ 633) the Hubs being done with his difficult job
2307. (2013 ~ 634) lots more steps closer to Scotland
2308. (2013 ~ 635) saying goodbye to Abilene
2309. (2013 ~ 636) a decent garage sale
2310. (2013 ~ 637) another surprise
2311. (2013 ~ 638) more space than anticipated
2312. (2013 ~ 639) a quiet day to rest
2313. (2013 ~ 640) silly laughter with the family
2314. (2013 ~ 641) outing with Momma & Damaris
2315. (2013 ~ 642) a glass of iced cold raspberry tea on a hot day
2316. (2013 ~ 643) watching a movie with the family
2317. (2013 ~ 644) seeing a dear friend
2318. (2013 ~ 645) 1 last podcast episode before we leave the US
2319. (2013 ~ 646) laughing with my baby girl
2320. (2013 ~ 647) safe travels driving from NM to Texas
2321. (2013 ~ 648) Chuy's for dinner
2322. (2013 ~ 649) bookstore buying our books from us
2323. (2013 ~ 650) a quiet day
2324. (2013 ~ 651) not having to do a dreaded task
2325. (2013 ~ 652) home cooked meal
2326. (2013 ~ 653) unexpected gifts
2327. (2013 ~ 654) great lunch
2328. (2013 ~ 655) home cooked dinner with family
2329. (2013 ~ 656) seeing more family
2330. (2013 ~ 657) coffee after not much sleep
2331. (2013 ~ 658) a quick nap before getting more stuff done for the move
2332. (2013 ~ 659) safe travel to Scotland
2333. (2013 ~ 660) new friends who buy you dinner & loan you pounds when the bank is closed
2334. (2013 ~ 661) friendly neighbors who say hello
2335. (2013 ~ 662) a larger flat than expected
2336. (2013 ~ 663) a pink rose just outside the sitting room window
2337. (2013 ~ 664) a neighbor who accepts your package when you're not home and then brings it to your door
2338. (2013 ~ 665) a shopping centre close by
2339. (2013 ~ 666) cooler weather
2340. (2013 ~ 667) getting to wear hand knit socks & sweaters because it's cooler here
2341. (2013 ~ 668) a new wireless router so that I can get back online and catch up with my lovely friends
2342. (2013 ~ 669) adjusting to our new home
2343. (2013 ~ 670) quiet day at home
2344. (2013 ~ 671) recording our first podcast episode in Scotland and on our 1st podiversary!
2345. (2013 ~ 672) picking back up the knitting needles after a few days to recoup from the travel, jet lag, and time difference
2346. (2013 ~ 673) lovely weather
2347. (2013 ~ 674) a nice walk to the shopping centre
2348. (2013 ~ 675) the pink rose outside the sitting room window still looking beautiful all these days later
2349. (2013 ~ 676) chocolate with sea salt and toffee
2350. (2013 ~ 677) needing a sweater in AUGUST!!!!
2351. (2013 ~ 678) sitting on the couch with Damaris watching a tv show we both enjoy and knitting
2352. (2013 ~ 679) a quick peek at the castle & the sea
2353. (2013 ~ 680) more and more friendly people welcoming us to Scotland
2354. (2013 ~ 681) new friends who invite you over for an amazing lunch and time to visit and discover zillions of things you have in common
2355. (2013 ~ 682) sweet email from a new friend
2356. (2013 ~ 683) figuring out homeschooling lesson plans
2357. (2013 ~ 684) technology
2358. (2013 ~ 685) finally finding an ATM that works with our US bank card
2359. (2013 ~ 686) arrival of funds we were awaiting
2360. (2013 ~ 687) coffee with the Hubs & Damaris this afternoon
2361. (2013 ~ 688) a glass of cordial with Damaris
2362. (2013 ~ 689) still having fun podcasting a year later
2363. (2013 ~ 690) making lunch plans with new friends
2364. (2013 ~ 691) an unexpected blessing in disguise
2365. (2013 ~ 692) Damaris' first day of 9th grade!!!!
2366. (2013 ~ 693) having the privilege of homeschooling Damaris
2367. (2013 ~ 694) Momma & Dad finally getting an offer on their house
2368. (2013 ~ 695) new yarn arriving
2369. (2013 ~ 696) a quiet day at home watching telly & knitting
2370. (2013 ~ 697) new chair arriving
2371. (2013 ~ 698) figuring out a way to arrange the sitting room
2372. (2013 ~ 699) finishing sock 1 of my new pattern design
2373. (2013 ~ 700) a fun VKN with my UK buddies
2374. (2013 ~ 701) making fast progress on a new knitting project
2375. (2013 ~ 702) feeling less lost in Edinburgh
2376. (2013 ~ 703) getting my new sock pattern out to test knitters
2377. (2013 ~ 704) the first day of orientation going well for the Hubs
2378. (2013 ~ 705) some possibilities on the horizon
2379. (2013 ~ 706) getting to see New College where the Hubs will be studying
2380. (2013 ~ 707) Starbucks!!!!!
2381. (2013 ~ 708) financial situations working out
2382. (2013 ~ 709) coffee on a rough day
2383. (2013 ~ 710) understanding
2384. (2013 ~ 711) good news for family
2385. (2013 ~ 712) a day with the Hubs
2386. (2013 ~ 713) meeting one of his PhD supervisors
2387. (2013 ~ 714) lots of knitting time
2388. (2013 ~ 715) free yarn in a lovely color
2389. (2013 ~ 716) laughing over the word autumnal
2390. (2013 ~ 717) getting ready for our first guests in our new home
2391. (2013 ~ 718) new friends over for a meal & time together
2392. (2013 ~ 719) talking knitting with a new friend
2393. (2013 ~ 720) a better church experience today
2394. (2013 ~ 721) new phones!
2395. (2013 ~ 722) new blankets!
2396. (2013 ~ 723) polka dots, polka dots, polka dots, polka dots
2397. (2013 ~ 724) my niece Lola's 5th birthday
2398. (2013 ~ 725) my Damaris' rebirthday
2399. (2013 ~ 726) the Hubs going to the store when he doesn't feel well to get me medicine because I'm sick
2400. (2013 ~ 727) hot soup when I'm sick
2401. (2013 ~ 728) hot tea also when I'm sick
2402. (2013 ~ 729) a long nap when I'm sick
2403. (2013 ~ 730) positive news from the Hubs' blood pressure check
2404. (2013 ~ 731) the ending of another year with the beginning of another year tomorrow
2405. (2013 ~ 732) medicine!
2406. (2013 ~ 733) 16 mostly happy years of marriage
2407. (2013 ~ 734) in sickness as well as in health
2408. (2013 ~ 735) in the good that guides our days and the bad that darkens our ways
2409. (2013 ~ 736) a tea party!
2410. (2013 ~ 737) meeting new friends
2411. (2013 ~ 738) feed the birds
2412. (2013 ~ 739) a long Sunday afternoon nap
2413. (2013 ~ 740) technology even on a rough day
2414. (2013 ~ 741) progress on my new pattern design
2415. (2013 ~ 742) a new tv show to watch with Damaris
2416. (2013 ~ 743) making progress on my socks
2417. (2013 ~ 744) figuring out shopping in the UK
2418. (2013 ~ 745) a quiet day at home
2419. (2013 ~ 746) great news for a friend
2420. (2013 ~ 747) being able to record the podcast tomorrow
2421. (2013 ~ 748) great podcast recording session
2422. (2013 ~ 749) watching tv with the fam
2423. (2013 ~ 750) silly pics
2424. (2013 ~ 751) laughing with the fam
2425. (2013 ~ 752) a lullaby almost 14 years old
2426. (2013 ~ 753) almost finishing a long knitting project
2427. (2013 ~ 754) a spindle kit on it's way to me
2428. (2013 ~ 755) making plans to meet up with Sharon
2429. (2013 ~ 756) reminiscing with the Hubs & Damaris
2430. (2013 ~ 757) finally finishing my knee high socks
2431. (2013 ~ 758) a quick little knitting project to rejuvenate myself
2432. (2013 ~ 759) a nice day at home with the fam
2433. (2013 ~ 760) finally getting a haircut
2434. (2013 ~ 761) a good nap
2435. (2013 ~ 762) gorgeous flowers in the fall
2436. (2013 ~ 763) meeting an online friend for the first time IRL
2437. (2013 ~ 764) early birthday present
2438. (2013 ~ 765) good customer service
2439. (2013 ~ 766) supportive friends & family on a tough day
2440. (2013 ~ 767) funny tv to make me smile
2441. (2013 ~ 768) It's October! The best month.
2442. (2013 ~ 769) a new small group
2443. (2013 ~ 770) my new sock pattern is live!!!!
2444. (2013 ~ 771) finishing sock 1 of a pair with a deadline
2445. (2013 ~ 772) moderate success of my new patter
2446. (2013 ~ 773) having so much fun recording the podcast with Damaris
2447. (2013 ~ 774) 1 day until my birthday
2448. (2013 ~ 775) another year beginning anew
2449. (2013 ~ 776) dinner & dessert with the Hubs & Damaris
2450. (2013 ~ 777) amazing birthday wishes & gifts all day long
2451. (2013 ~ 778) a long bubble bath
2452. (2013 ~ 779) a new project bag in the post
2453. (2013 ~ 780) leftover birthday cake
2454. (2013 ~ 781) a productive day of knitting and spinning
2455. (2013 ~ 782) planning for Damaris' birthday
2456. (2013 ~ 783) a day of peace
2457. (2013 ~ 784) being able to get in to see the doctor today
2458. (2013 ~ 785) problem free grocery shopping
2459. (2013 ~ 786) planning for Damaris' birthday
2460. (2013 ~ 787) amazing new finally for some dear friends!
2461. (2013 ~ 788) a belated birthday package in the post
2462. (2013 ~ 789) working to catch up on podcasts
2463. (2013 ~ 790) video chatting with my family
2464. (2013 ~ 791) chocolate for dessert
2465. (2013 ~ 792) planning for a train ride this weekend
2466. (2013 ~ 793) texting with friends
2467. (2013 ~ 794) cold water
2468. (2013 ~ 795) warm sweaters
2469. (2013 ~ 796) laughing about Siri
2470. (2013 ~ 797) last minute preparation for Damaris' birthday
2471. (2013 ~ 798) a new crockpot on sale even
2472. (2013 ~ 799) Damaris turning 14
2473. (2013 ~ 800) friends to celebrate with us
2474. (2013 ~ 801) a family favorite recipe turning out great
2475. (2013 ~ 802) caring friends
2476. (2013 ~ 803) relaxing knitting
2477. (2013 ~ 804) sweet treat
2478. (2013 ~ 805) video chatting with Wyatt
2479. (2013 ~ 806) beautiful cleansing rain
2480. (2013 ~ 807) crockpot dinners
2481. (2013 ~ 808) disability and theology being discussed
2482. (2013 ~ 809) small group
2483. (2013 ~ 810) a ride from a new friend so we didn't have to walk
2484. (2013 ~ 811) yummy soup for dinner
2485. (2013 ~ 812) texting with friends
2486. (2013 ~ 813) sleeping in
2487. (2013 ~ 814) friends over to knit and play
2488. (2013 ~ 815) said friends bringing lunch, flowers, & cookies
2489. (2013 ~ 816) and an afternoon nap as well!
2490. (2013 ~ 817) spinning guild meeting
2491. (2013 ~ 818) learning how to spend
2492. (2013 ~ 819) a nice day with the Hubs
2493. (2013 ~ 820) a nice church service
2494. (2013 ~ 821) coffee date with the Hubs
2495. (2013 ~ 822) a long nap
2496. (2013 ~ 823) a non-traumatic trip to the grocery store
2497. (2013 ~ 824) gentle rain
2498. (2013 ~ 825) progress on a knitting project
2499. (2013 ~ 826) who needs cookies when you can have cakies!
2500. (2013 ~ 827) 2500!!!! 2500!!!!!
2501. (2013 ~ 828) finishing the first bump of fiber
2502. (2013 ~ 829) not being too badly injured from my fall
2503. (2013 ~ 830) my new sun lamp
2504. (2013 ~ 831) a cozy sweater
2505. (2013 ~ 832) trip to the museum
2506. (2013 ~ 833) meeting other home educators
2507. (2013 ~ 834) finally getting to go to knitting group
2508. (2013 ~ 835) scoring tickets to DW in the cinema
2509. (2013 ~ 836) rewatching DW again :-)
2510. (2013 ~ 837) finishing the wrap I was knitting
2511. (2013 ~ 838) 2/3rds done with a big knitting project
2512. (2013 ~ 839) cuppa hot tea on a cool day
2513. (2013 ~ 840) an extra hour of sleep
2514. (2013 ~ 841) Sunday afternoon naps
2515. (2013 ~ 842) sock 1 of the new design being finished
2516. (2013 ~ 843) Damaris nearing completion on her sweater
2517. (2013 ~ 844) delicious loaded baked potato soup for dinner
2518. (2013 ~ 845) a hot cuppa coffee to start the day
2519. (2013 ~ 846) a dark and stormy night
2520. (2013 ~ 847) crazy funny parody videos on YouTube
2521. (2013 ~ 848) Newcomers Meeting at church
2522. (2013 ~ 849) making a new online friend
2523. (2013 ~ 850) technology even in the midst of chaos
2524. (2013 ~ 851) a new pattern on the next step to publishing
2525. (2013 ~ 852) parcels in the post
2526. (2013 ~ 853) friends who get angry on my behalf
2527. (2013 ~ 854) hot tea
2528. (2013 ~ 855) adorable pics
2529. (2013 ~ 856) pain medicine on a rough day
2530. (2013 ~ 857) fun toys in the post
2531. (2013 ~ 858) starting on my NaKniSweMo sweater
2532. (2013 ~ 859) fun outing with a sweet friend
2533. (2013 ~ 860) lots of lovely squishy soft yarn and fiber
2534. (2013 ~ 861) gorgeous scenery as we traveled today
2535. (2013 ~ 862) understanding family
2536. (2013 ~ 863) caring friends
2537. (2013 ~ 864) pattern heading out to test knitters
2538. (2013 ~ 865) a knitting group where we just fit in
2539. (2013 ~ 866) so much laughter around the table
2540. (2013 ~ 867) the magic of highlighter tape!
2541. (2013 ~ 868) amazing progress on my sweater
2542. (2013 ~ 869) crazy silly fun with the fam
2543. (2013 ~ 870) a new book I'm dying to read
2544. (2013 ~ 871) test knitters who find a glaring mistake
2545. (2013 ~ 872) Damaris working on my stash
2546. (2013 ~ 873) yummy food at a potluck
2547. (2013 ~ 874) major sweater progress
2548. (2013 ~ 875) winning a prize
2549. (2013 ~ 876) funny texts
2550. (2013 ~ 877) video chatting
2551. (2013 ~ 878) being knowledgeable enough to fix my knitting mistakes
2552. (2013 ~ 879) podcasts, knitting, & telly
2553. (2013 ~ 880) telly that makes me cry
2554. (2013 ~ 881) major crafty goodness progress
2555. (2013 ~ 882) pain meds
2556. (2013 ~ 883) a super long Sunday afternoon nap
2557. (2013 ~ 884) shopping for groceries online
2558. (2013 ~ 885) finishing spinning my first bump of fiber
2559. (2013 ~ 886) ordinary moments
2560. (2013 ~ 887) knit night
2561. (2013 ~ 888) gorgeous moon on a lovely night
2562. (2013 ~ 889) my TENS unit
2563. (2013 ~ 890) groceries being delivered
2564. (2013 ~ 891) pain medicine on a rough day
2565. (2013 ~ 892) PWOE package in the post
2566. (2013 ~ 893) chocolate from the US
2567. (2013 ~ 894) Doctor Who Christmas ornaments!!!!
2568. (2013 ~ 895) starting my 2nd spinning project
2569. (2013 ~ 896) sweet friend who loves my sweet girl
2570. (2013 ~ 897) hot chocolate
2571. (2013 ~ 898) all the fun Doctor Who teasers leading up to the 50th
2572. (2013 ~ 899) decorating for Christmas early
2573. (2013 ~ 900) 900 gifts this year!
2574. (2013 ~ 901) tacos & sundaes
2575. (2013 ~ 902) Guild Saturday
2576. (2013 ~ 903) more and more things in common
2577. (2013 ~ 904) a quiet Sunday at home
2578. (2013 ~ 905) sleeping late
2579. (2013 ~ 906) candy canes
2580. (2013 ~ 907) sweet email from a knitter
2581. (2013 ~ 908) video chatting
2582. (2013 ~ 909) chocolate & candy canes
2583. (2013 ~ 910) being gifted a friend's first ever knitting pattern design
2584. (2013 ~ 911) throat lozenges
2585. (2013 ~ 912) one sleeve done, one to go!
2586. (2013 ~ 913) an interesting lecture
2587. (2013 ~ 914) swap packages in the post on their way to their recipients
2588. (2013 ~ 915) receiving a fibrey prize in the post
2589. (2013 ~ 916) being number 64 on the hot right now patterns
2590. (2013 ~ 917) still having fun 64 episodes later podcasting with Damaris
2591. (2013 ~ 918) warm cozy socks on a cold night
2592. (2013 ~ 919) mega progress on my sweater
2593. (2013 ~ 920) moving documentaries
2594. (2013 ~ 921) sweet comments about my new pattern
2595. (2013 ~ 922) an impromptu pattern sale
2596. (2013 ~ 923) people buying patterns
2597. (2013 ~ 924) the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who
2598. (2013 ~ 925) knitting the final stitches of my NaKniSweMo sweater
2599. (2013 ~ 926) finishing 6 days early!
2600. (2013 ~ 927) looking ahead to new knitting projects
2601. (2013 ~ 928) sewing the buttons on my sweater
2602. (2013 ~ 929) knitting night
2603. (2013 ~ 930) the Hubs taking us places since I can't get around on my own
2604. (2013 ~ 931) teaching someone how to knit
2605. (2013 ~ 932) new friends
2606. (2013 ~ 933) a new possibility
2607. (2013 ~ 934) time lord dance party
2608. (2013 ~ 935) finishing another knitting project
2609. (2013 ~ 936) getting ready for Thanksgiving tomorrow
2610. (2013 ~ 937) watching White Christmas with Damaris
2611. (2013 ~ 938) mega progress on knitting projects
2612. (2013 ~ 939) an anonymous gift
2613. (2013 ~ 940) a new seat cushion
2614. (2013 ~ 941) finally finding a box frame to use for mementos
2615. (2013 ~ 942) a dear girl becoming a teen and still missing her all these years later
2616. (2013 ~ 943) finally finishing Waylon's blanket
2617. (2013 ~ 944) finish all the projects day
2618. (2013 ~ 945) electricity not being out for too long
2619. (2013 ~ 946) cans of pumpkin
2620. (2013 ~ 947) MacGyver'ing a solution to knitting with beads
2621. (2013 ~ 948) Advent beginning
2622. (2013 ~ 949) another lovely knit night
2623. (2013 ~ 950) making loads of progress on the sweater for my nephew
2624. (2013 ~ 951) chocolate from the Advent calendars
2625. (2013 ~ 952) ways to deal with to much junk email
2626. (2013 ~ 953) a warm blanket on a cold day
2627. (2013 ~ 954) news about some of our favorite shows
2628. (2013 ~ 955) life, you just never know what the next second holds
2629. (2013 ~ 956) giving away prizes on the podcast
2630. (2013 ~ 957) connect group
2631. (2013 ~ 958) snow!
2632. (2013 ~ 959) finishing knitting Waylon's sweater
2633. (2013 ~ 960) a pink side table
2634. (2013 ~ 961) a fantastic designing opportunity
2635. (2013 ~ 962) new pictures of my new nephew Waylon
2636. (2013 ~ 963) getting to start knitting my Doctor Who hat
2637. (2013 ~ 964) spinning guild Christmas party
2638. (2013 ~ 965) an afternoon nap
2639. (2013 ~ 966) a lovely pink hand knitted bag from the gift exchange
2640. (2013 ~ 967) online grocery ordering and delivery
2641. (2013 ~ 968) sleeping late
2642. (2013 ~ 969) excitement and new details for upcoming show we love
2643. (2013 ~ 970) knitting group Christmas party
2644. (2013 ~ 971) a nice glass of champagne
2645. (2013 ~ 972) fangirling an amazing knitting designer
2646. (2013 ~ 973) a giant bag of yarn coming in the post
2647. (2013 ~ 974) finishing knitting my Doctor Who yarn hat
2648. (2013 ~ 975) slowly working through the training sessions
2649. (2013 ~ 976) packing up lots of lovely parcels to be posted tomorrow
2650. (2013 ~ 977) Wyatt becoming more articulate when we video chat
2651. (2013 ~ 978) wearing my lovely new hat
2652. (2013 ~ 979) finding my way out of a major knitting fail
2653. (2013 ~ 980) laughing at my knitting fail
2654. (2013 ~ 981) getting parcels into the post
2655. (2013 ~ 982) finishing Russ' slippers
2656. (2013 ~ 983) finally casting on Zuzu's Petals
2657. (2013 ~ 984) making plans for the Ravellenics
2658. (2013 ~ 985) rewatching the first Hobbit movie with the fam
2659. (2013 ~ 986) getting the Hubs Hobbit viewing hat to the point of being ready to knit at the cinema during the second movie
2660. (2013 ~ 987) our continued Advent journey
2661. (2013 ~ 988) Wyatt's 2nd birthday
2662. (2013 ~ 989) phone time with my sister
2663. (2013 ~ 990) finishing my Zuzu's Petals
2664. (2013 ~ 991) knitting group
2665. (2013 ~ 992) Wyatt telling me about his birthday
2666. (2013 ~ 993) tomorrow is a new day
2667. (2013 ~ 994) seeing the new Hobbit movie
2668. (2013 ~ 995) being offered a work from home part time job
2669. (2013 ~ 996) cold water on a tough day
2670. (2013 ~ 997) trying mulled wine for the first time
2671. (2013 ~ 998) sharing our friend Clare's eBook with our podcast viewers
2672. (2013 ~ 999) friends giving us rides on a rainy, windy day
2673. (2013 ~ 1000) 1000 gifts this year!
2674. (2013 ~ 1001) finishing the Hubs 2nd pair of SSS
2675. (2013 ~ 1002) a day without a migraine
2676. (2013 ~ 1003) Christmas break from homeschooling
2677. (2013 ~ 1004) working on a jigsaw puzzle with the fam
2678. (2013 ~ 1005) progress on my Rosewater hat
2679. (2013 ~ 1006) progress on the puzzle
2680. (2013 ~ 1007) success on a big technology project
2681. (2013 ~ 1008) good cuppa coffee
2682. (2013 ~ 1009) chocolate pumpkin cake
2683. (2013 ~ 1010) watching Polar Express
2684. (2013 ~ 1011) casting on for the first of Baby Stormageddon Brackett's knitted gifts
2685. (2013 ~ 1012) laughter, so much laughter with amazing knitting friends
2686. (2013 ~ 1013) a new skein of yarn
2687. (2013 ~ 1014) hot tea on a cold night
2688. (2013 ~ 1015) our first Christmas in Scotland
2689. (2013 ~ 1016) keeping traditions even across the pond
2690. (2013 ~ 1017) lots of new books to keep me happy
2691. (2013 ~ 1018) spending Christmas with those I love the most
2692. (2013 ~ 1019) amazing Call the Midwife & Doctor Who Christmas specials
2693. (2013 ~ 1020) lots and lots of knitting progress
2694. (2013 ~ 1021) losing track of time working on a puzzle together
2695. (2013 ~ 1022) an entire year of podcasting
2696. (2013 ~ 1023) waiting for news of my new nephew's birth
2697. (2013 ~ 1024) Waylon's safe arrival
2698. (2013 ~ 1025) a new nephew, such a proud aunt!
2699. (2013 ~ 1026) completing our jigsaw puzzle
2700. (2013 ~ 1027) 2700 gifts!!!!!!
2701. (2013 ~ 1028) good spinning & knitting progress
2702. (2013 ~ 1029) pictures of Waylon so we can feel close even though we're far away
2703. (2013 ~ 1030) successfully finishing some projects from my to do list
2704. (2013 ~ 1031) getting to go to church this morning
2705. (2013 ~ 1032) a good nap
2706. (2013 ~ 1033) a quiet evening with the family
2707. (2013 ~ 1034) medicine that can help illness
2708. (2013 ~ 1035) a year full of knitting successes
2709. (2013 ~ 1036) 2013 coming to a close
2710. (2013 ~ 1037) 96 completed knitting/spinning projects this year
2711. (2013 ~ 1038) 1000+ gifts this year
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