No "TT" button today as I am on vacation still, but had to get a quick "Thankful Thursday" post out today...
First of all, I am so thankful that God worked everything out so that we could come to Florida to visit my family. It was such a last minute thing, but so worth the wait. I have been away from my childhood home/birthplace for 3 years now, and I cherish every moment that I get to spend with my extended family...which reminds me that I am so very thankful that both of my parents are still living. I know so many people my age that have at least lost one parent or both :( , and mine are still living (my hubby's too). That is a blessing right there!!!
I have had sweet fellowship my with mom and dad, and sisters and their children. I only was able to see my brother for a short time, but am thankful for that as well. Since I do not see my family but about 2-3 times, I have really learned to savor each moment I am with them, and to make every moment count...say the things that need to be said...express love, and enjoy each person and celebrate his/her unique qualities!!!
Lastly, I have been very blessed to stay with my best fwend this week, and as always she and her family welcomed our family into their home. This week she planned a once in a lifetime special event for me and two of her other best friends... It was a God thing totally!!! I still amazed that I have a friend like her...Our friendship is one of God's greatest gifts to me!!
So, I need to go, my family is getting ready to eat some Chili that my dad made (YUM)!!
Blessings to you as always!!!
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
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Wonderful thankful list sweetie.
Let me just say "to know him" that it sounds like the event last night was just amazing.... I bet those two other girls that attended the "event" were incredible. Forget your best fwend, I bet those other two are insightful spiritual giants. By the way, I heard that you learned how to play Euchre. How do you like that. I bet one of those girls is really good at it...but not humble pie deflated repenting Jenny. I love U
Have the bestest time in Florida
My Sweet Jenny (My Little Magnet)
I am blessed to know you, and there is not a entry that I could post that will ever be able to describe how wonderful you are :)
Deflated, please say that you will get a little spunk again when we play partners... I do love to win, especially when statistically I should not win, but I am always the hoping optimist when it comes to games :)
PS.. You are a spiritual giant in my eyes.. to learn such a wonderful lesson from a simple
card game reveals a lot about you my sweet little friend!! I love you too, but I am sorry to say that I do not love California rolls :( I really wanted to love them :) See you soon, Your Toni Pony wearing friend :)
It is so wonderful to be able to spend time with family this time of year. So glad it worked out for you and that you recognize how valuable this time with your parents is. Having lost both of mine, I can attest to the fact that the memories you make now will have to sustain you during some dark days.
Blessings to you in 2008!
I am so glad that your trip is going well and y'all are having so much fun!! I hope its warm and sunny there.
All is good with us too. Keep us in your prayers.....we are moving this week! :)
Be safe returning and Happy 2008 my friend!
Fran
It is always good to get to spend time with parents. You are very blessed to have them both. Have Fun!
I know you must be having a wonderful time! It is such a blessing to spend time with those you love! Thank you for sharing!!
My sweet Fwend,
I cannot even describe the JOY that I felt in my heart during our "Special" evening. I am truly blessed with such wonderful friendships, and my prayer is that you all felt loved, honored and appreciated. WHAT FUN we had, I didn't want it to end (I guess staying up 'till 3am was trying to make it NOT end - but eventually all things must come to an end). I will miss you when you go! Even though I don't see you much when you are here (even though you are staying at my house) I have joy knowing we can have some coffee time every morning; oh and don't forget that I can also fall asleep during any movies you decide to put on past 9pm. : )
You are truly a treasured friend!
Happy TT to you!
So glad you decided to post today.
Sounds like you are having such a WONDEFUL time. Family is just everything.
Enjoy!!
Spending time with friends and family is a blessing. Enjoy!
Mama Bear
What a wonderful time seeing you through your "fwend's" eyes. You are an amazing girl and I can see how you have enriched our friend's life! I had a wonderful time Tuesday night and can't wait to hang out with us 4 again. Cherish the time with your fwend, I know you are! By the way "Deflated" you are amazing at anything that you do and I hope that next time you play euchre you will let me be your partner so we can beat the pants off of you know who! Anyways, Love ya TKH! It was awesome to be able to hang out with you! Thank you for sharing your precious time with your fwend with us other "spiritual giants" HeHeHe! Have a great time and looking forward to reading more blogs from you!
Love ya! KK
Happy TT!! Looks like you are having a wonderful vacation!! Praying you continue to do so, and have a safe trip home!
Hugs,
Susanne
I also cherish visits with my family that don't come often enough because of physical distance.
Have a blessed day!
Hmmm, sounds like you have some pretty silly friends there - and that's a great thing to be thankful for!
I'm happy for you and glad you're enjoying a special trip and visit with family. Happy New Year!
KK,
So glad you commented too, so I could brag on you a bit. Beside the fact that you just looked so adorable on our fun night, you also have enriched my fwend's life in a way that I could never do (which is just how it is suppose to be). Our little Jenny friend got it right when she called the two of you "Spiritual Giants"... I could not have said it better...
Although we have not had much time together in the friendship arena, I do look forward to the future and hope that we can have more nights together like the one we just shared... Thanks for sharing your heart with me...you surprised me in a very good way!!
KK, you can't be Jenny's partner though... I have to play with her and beat you and the other mastermind of Euchre!!! I won't settle for just stopping you both from getting 2 points instead of 1 :)
Go buy some new jeans, and save the ones you had on that night for me when I lose weight.....NOT...
Love you KK... TKH
FIGHT OVER ME!! I LOVE IT AND IT FEEDS MY EGO WHICH IS TYPICALLY OVER-INFLATED (MOST OF THE TIME)
Love, Euchre mama
God is so good. I am so happy you had a wonderful time with family and friends. What gifts they are!
Dear To Know Him,
Always love reading you blog! Your All spiritual giants to me!!!! I love each of you! I also want to to say if you want to ALWAYS be on the winning team you should be MY euchre partner. I am where it all began. Your fwends know who I am :-)
Love & miss ya girl!!
I had a bigger comment...about being in Florida...it being cold..such as that---hoping you enjoy the remainder of your vacation...but it got lost! MY COMPUTER is nuts!
Be blessed! (Be in prayer as we head out to Gainesville, FL tomorrow to be with my sister in hospital)I think I said something about that too...it all got lost...but if you get two comments...just delete one.
Hi,
I really enjoyed resding your post with all the wonderful things you had to say about your family.
What a blessing to see the love and appreciation you have for them. Great Post!!!
Love and hugs, Lynn
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