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| Tue, 10-25-2005 - 9:09pm |
We just went through Hurricane Wilma here and I was so busy - we had to put up shutters, get gas and supplies. Then live through the storm coming through from early Monday morning to the afternoon.

Judy,
I'm so glad that everything there is ok, as I'm sure it could have been a lot worse!
Wow, food and water for a MONTH?
Judy:
I'm so glad you and your son are alright, and that your house has not been damaged too much. Thank God. Right now I'm sure you are glad that you stocked up on food and water. That was good thinking on your part.
"If anyone has anything to be thankful for, let's share!! Remember - no matter how tough things can get, it can always be worse." Very well said, and very true.
For the past three days, I have been typing summaries at work about a 17-year-old with severe brain damage due to a complication at birth. This child is essentially a vegetable; he can't talk, walk, see, hear or even understand anything. Yes, it's depressing, but I'll tell you, it makes be EXTREMELY THANKFUL that both of my children were born healthy and are still healthy.
I have been in a bit of a reflective mood the past couple of days. Sunday I went to the grocery store and bought stuff and made a really nice dinner (roast chicken with all the trimmings), which I usually don't have time to do during the week. We had a neighbor over for dinner, and everyone thought it was great (it's one of my specialties). Anyway, when I was cleaning up after dinner, the thought struck me of how lucky I am that I can provide food and shelter for myself and my kids, and good food at that -- as so many cannot provide the basic food and shelter for their children.
I've also been reflecting a bit on myself and my life. Some of it has to do with a lot of talk about how and where to find a man. I do get down at times, wondering when my Mr. Right is going to come along. What's wierd is that since this weekend, I wake up thinking about things, and I'm overcome with this sense of gratitude for what I have and especially for my kids. In other words, I think it's my subconscious is trying to tell me that I should continue to take care of myself and my children, and all the rest will fall into place, and not worry about it so much.
I got a strange phone call Monday. It was from a lady who used to babysit my kids until they went to school. She is now an area leader for Girl Scouts in my community. I signed a paper for Katie saying she could be in Girl Scouts, and that's why she was calling. The problem was that there are enough girls, but no one willing to be a leader. After a lengthy conversation with her, I agreed to be Katie's brownie leader. I know it will be a lot of work, but I am actually looking forward to it. My daughter is beside herself with excitement. I just had a meeting with the school last week about Katie's progress in school. They encouraged me to sign her up for after-school activities, because it does help children in school as well. Plus, Katie is shy and a bit of a loner. She has no girlfriends; she has only her brother's friends. So, I thought this would be a good way to try to help her socialize, and help others as well.
For some reason, I just seem to have this burden on my heart to help my kids and other people. Maybe God's trying to tell me something.
So, in addition to all of that, I am just thankful for every day; I'm thankful for my kids; my job; my house; and my ability to work and provide for us; and I'm thankful for the little ways God blesses us every day. I had a great time with my kids last night. We went to the library for "scary story night". They loved it, and they both thanked me for taking them. They told me that they love that I do things with them. That truly is a blessing.
Donna
Donna,
That is a wonderful note you just wrote - I really enjoyed reading it.
Hi Alison,
Thanks! And thanks for taking up the slack on the boards right now - I can only get on here about once a day.
I used to be in foodservice so I am always "stocked up" so to speak with food - tons of staples - pasta, flour, beans, stuff like that - I have a freezer in the garage and the pantry and cabinets stuffed - for just two of us!! LOL!!
I am so glad that I got a wild hair before the storm and put the kitchen back together - that helped tremendously not to have boxes of kitchen stuff all over the house to fall over. And since the kitchen is still in the final stages of remodeling, I have 2 refrigerators - one in the kitchen and one in the family room.
Judy - I'm glad you and your son and your home are all okay.
That must be hard for your, Jennie. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this - I am sure it is hard for you now with so many events just barely behind you and so many questions that remain - a new relationship, where to live, etc.
May you find comfort somehow, now. I know he is watching over you and he is very proud!!