Thanksgiving

This week is going to be very busy and probably, stressful. We have family coming in from out of state and our son is graduating from college. But I was thinking about the meaning of "giving thanks" today. I believe we need to give thanks every day. I guess putting aside the worries and complications of every day life and remembering why we were created is the importance of Thanksgiving. But if we could remember to do that each day, I think some of us would not find it so hard to list our blessings.

Family is so important to me. I enjoy having my family around and I thank God for each and every one of them. This graduation is an important one because a year and half ago, we did not know if Ryan would graduate at all. But God knew and He was there to help him achieve the highest grades he has ever gotten. And He will be there to help him through the rest of his life. So I guess I don't need to stress because this will be a great week!

It's a new day

It is funny how 24 hours can make a difference. Yesterday I was feeling a little blue. Today things look a lot brighter. My son came home for a visit today. He graduates from college next week. A year ago his grades were not very good and we did not think he would graduate at all. But for the last 13 months, he has attended a school in Orlando with a major in Show Production. He has achieved A's and B's and really enjoyed his time there. Now it is time to find a job!

My prayer for all graduating students is that the job market will improve so these young people will have an easier time finding a job. I know that people are losing their jobs every day. It is such a shame. I pray that the economy starts looking better soon for all our sakes.

I want to wish everyone a joyous Thanksgiving. I have been blessed by the Lord above. I will be thanking him for all of my blessings this year.

Blogging

I am new to blogging. I was a little unsure of what to say, but I guess it is a little like having a conversation. Life is real tough right now for a lot of people. We don't always know where to turn for help and support. I have found that my friends and my church are my support. But, of course, I go to God first and foremost for the help, love and support I need in all areas of my life. When I start to feel depressed or sad I remind myself that He is always there to listen. When I am happy and have good news I try to remember to thank Him. The hardest thing to remember is to thank Him for my blessings when I am depressed. Today has not been a happy day for me. I have talked to Him a lot today. I guess I must not be listening because I have not gotten an answer. But it will be in His time!