Sunday, December 28, 2014

Top Ten Blessings of 2014

It is time to reflect on the blessings of the past year. I am feeling a little blue as family Christmas time draws to a close and I heard some sad news today. Also I know 2015 will begin with me facing up to some challenges that I postponed dealing with. I think making this list will help me focus on the positive side. This idea was inspired by my sister who wrote her own top ten list on her Christmas card.

1. Working with a client who was a joy in a kindergarten of all places the first half of 2014
2. Spending time with treasured friends whether while attempting to master Zumba or playing a friendly game of Euchre or Scrabble
3. Getting my feet wet with a part-time foot care nursing job and meeting some wonderful clients
4. Drawing closer to God through Immanuel sessions and Sarah Young's devotional writings
5. Visiting Karen, Clint and their wonderful family this past summer in Saskatchewan
6. Gaining health and losing weight and inches since starting Trim Healthy Mama in July (twenty-five pounds lost and now at my goal weight)
7. My wardrobe makeover courtesy of my stylish sister and her friend 
8. Receiving more compliments than I can realistically keep track of
9. Rachel and Joel's beautiful summer wedding and happiness in marriage
10. God giving me the gift of hope 

3 comments:

Karen said...

Those are some wonderful blessings of the past year! Some pretty amazing stuff has happened. I understand the sadness, though..... some pretty serious news to deal with, with no quick fix-its. Let's keep praying!

Mrs. Gryce said...

What a great idea for a post! Hmmm, I might have to borrow your idea! ;)

Suzanne said...

Yes many wonderful blessing this year. Thanks for introducing me to THM! I agree we should continue to pray. Some prayers are already being answered.

Mrs. Gryce you are welcome to borrow this idea, which I also borrowed. It is a good exercise to reflect on how God has blessed you in the past year.