Blessings

The kids participated in Kidsfest this week and I guess that has me all thrown off because I didn't even realize til today that I had not posted in a few days. 

As I think about the lists that I create on a daily, sometimes hourly basis, I've started to realize a list needs to be made of my blessings.  I've been asking God to show me areas in which I can give and not just with money.  But on the thought of giving, my thoughts turn to things - possessions.  I mean, at first glance, giving means giving possessions to others.  When trying to determine what possessions others really need then I think of what possessions do I need?

I have been obsessing over our budget trying to make every dollar count and struggling with ideas that "we do not have enough money" but in reality, we have plenty.  Thus inspiring me to create my "Blessings" list.

Blessings that I Possess:
1.  A loving, kind, and HARD WORKING husband.
2.  My health.
3.  Four beautiful, healthy children.
4.  A great relationship with my parents and siblings.
5. My children's best friends are thier cousins.
6. A home that I designed with my husband.
7.  A fantastic church that I enjoy attending.
8.  Friends that I can share anything with.
9. A nice, working vehicle.
10. Plenty of food in my pantry.
11.  Two good dogs (even though they get on my nerves daily).
12. Plenty of clothes in my closet.
13.  I live in a safe neighborhood.
14.  My children attend a good and safe school.
15.  I am an American.

Thoughts of my blessings help put things into perspective.

What are your blessings?