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Monday, November 9, 2009

A Thanksgiving Challenge

Some of my favorite bloggers inspired me to take the Challenge to list 100 things I am thankful for. (not in any particular order of importance.)

1. Families are Forever
2. Chocolate labs by the names of Tank and Bob who warmed my feet and heart.
3. New tires on the X.
4. General Conference talks in print, CD's & DVD's.
5. A sewing machine that stitches great.
6. Children who call and email to let me know they care.
7. A husband who helps with just about anything.
8. Airplanes that fly to and from Iowa and Houston.
9. Beaches, sand and sea.
10. Mountains, lakes and streams to relax and recharge.
11. Grandchildren giggles and smiles.
12. Immersion Blenders...my favorite kitchen tool.
13. A nice warm bath.
14. Thick cut french fries.
15. Jess and Eric
16. Bright flowers, especially yellow, orange and pink.
17. Watching the first snowfall with a cup of cocoa.
18. Our house.
19. Quilt stores....well more specifically quilt fabric stores.
20. Temples.
21. Missionaries and missions.
22. An Ice cold Coca Cola.
23. My wonderful husband.
24. Good Books.
25. Brothers and sisters who are willing to lend a hand along with their heart.
26. Parents who set a great example.
27. Cold Stone's Mud-Pie Mojo.
28. Brian & Kellie
29. Good friends though seldom seen but as if we have never been apart.
30. Living in America.
31. My blogging daughter and daughter in-law.
32. Nursery Kids...and the funny things they say.
38. Taking a scenic ride with my hubby.
39. When my children are together.
40. Crisp clean sheets.
41. The salads my mother in-law makes.
42. Freedom to worship.
43. The opportunity to vote.
44. Good health.
45. Nice warm cushy socks on a cold day.
46. Cody
47. Digital Cameras!
48. Grassy lawns to walk, play and take a nap on.
49. Almond Joy.
50. Good medical care.
51. Missionary Emails
52. The Gospel
53. The Hymn of Thanksgiving
54. Prayer.
55. Freedom to go and come as I desire.
56. Max
57. Dry Cleaners who do a great job on men's shirts!
58. Gardens, both vegetable and botanical.
59. Kitchen Gadgets that work for more than one use.
60. Freedom of speech...to listen to both sides of an issue.
61. Control-top panty hose.
62. My testimony
63. Ode to Joy
64. Seasonal Changes
65. Good German Chocolate
66. AC....a summertime blessing
67. Washers and Dryers
68. Lavender
69. Cashmere Sweaters
70. Christmas Carols even in September
71. The Book of Mormon
72. My Education
73. Soft fluffy bath towels
74. Clean Water
75. Grandparents who always made me feel loved.
76. Christian, Maggie, Zack and ???
77. Leaves turning red, gold, burgundy, rust & brown
78. Good lip buzzing salsa
79. Crisp, sweet/tart Apples.
80. A good haircut and those sporatic good hair days.
81. Calendars
82. Movies...chick, suspense, historical & animated.
83. A good massage.
84. Thanksgiving Day, especially the food and the family
85. Good Neighbors
86. Watching the night sky for falling stars.
87. Roasting Marshmallows
88. Phone calls from Rick
89. Grocery Stores with amazing selection.
90. Revelation
91. Mint Three Musketeers
92. Eternal Marriage
93. Food Storage
94. Wedding Anniversaries
95. Nieces & Nephews
96. Thank-you notes
97. Stormy nights with thunder & lightning.
98. A big shade tree to sit under and read
99. Fabric to sew, see and touch.
100. Tender Mercies of the Lord...all around me.

6 comments:

Emma said...

what a great list!

Christine said...

wow, that is so nice and a great idea!

Julie said...

You two...now that is where this came from. Thanks for the inspiration blogging gurus.

Jessica said...

#78, 89, and 98 are my faves!

Kellie and Brian said...

Control top panty hose? Seriously? I consider them modern garters to torture those of us who like to breathe freely - but they sure do make ones thighs look better! Thanks for putting us on the list! We love you!

Melissa said...

ok, on the grandkid list you had ???? did I not get some news???