Category Archives: Choosing Thanks

Racing

I don’t do it right now, but in 2013 I ran the Disney Princess Half Marathon with my friend Beth! We had a lot of fun even though my knee hurt and I cramped up when it was over. It … Continue reading

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Nephews

Between us we have 8 nephews and 1 niece we just met and one niece on the way! To assign Nan had 2 with Rick who then had a third with his next wife, that makes 3. Allison and David … Continue reading

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Church

While we were in New York City in 2015 for Sarah’s wedding, we got a chance to attend service at the Brooklyn Tabernacle church. In some ways, it’s too big. But the message was preached and the work is good. … Continue reading

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Sarah, my sister-in-law

Sarah is wonderful, and loves me well. She came for a week between my surgeries (not that we knew there was a second surgery coming). She is married to a great guy and I am so happy that she is … Continue reading

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This man

This husband of mine has been a true God-send. He has held on tight when I tried to push him away. He has an optimism that doesn’t stop. I seldom see him upset. He has his quirks, but he is … Continue reading

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My ostomy

While it pains me to say I’m thankful for this pain in the rear, I do have to admit it saved my life so I am grateful to Dr. Jerby and the ileostomy (Lobelia Baggins) and the fistula. They have … Continue reading

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This wall of hats

I am grateful to many people and for many things with this wall. When my hair thinned enough that we decided to shave it, I was cold 🙂 (The joke is that I’m always cold these days 🙂 A friend who … Continue reading

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This hat

This started it. I mentioned to my friend that I was going to ask her mother-in-law to knit a hat for me and she offered one she had gotten a year or two earlier. I love the colors and how … Continue reading

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These two people

I am grateful for so many people in my life. I could list 70 names with no hesitation, and at least 10 of the closest and bestest! I’m going to focus on these two as they travel home today. Nate … Continue reading

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Choosing Thanks

Another neat project for the month of November and I’m all in! Click that link to see Nifty Betty’s post about choosing thanks for November. Each day we’ll post a photo of something we are thankful for. Should be fun! … Continue reading

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