“Because a thankful heart is a happy heart.
I’m glad for what I have that’s
an easy way to start.
For
the love that He shares as he listens to my prayers.
That’s why I say thanks
everyday.” – Junior Asparagus (VeggieTales)
It’s tricky to be thankful when the network is not allowing you
to call
your family, but it’s in the hard times when being thankful is
most
important. So, while I wait to get connected here is what I’m
thankful for.
Sunscreen for sunshine and aloe when nose is red
Peanut butter and Nutella
on fresh himbassha bread
Fresh fruit like oranges,
bananas, cactus and zaytoons
My ipad with books,
stories and jammin’ tunes
Safe gate, dripping shower
and flushing toilet
My bed nightly cloaked in
a mosquito net
Kids coming up to me to
twirl and spin
God’s patience, guidance
and forgiving all my sin
Kids, teacher buddies and
Tigrigna tutor
Playing volleyball that
makes my arms sore
My support system of
friends and family
A house to call my own where
I can just be
Getting surprised letters
and/or packages in the mail
Having a blast while
learning Braille!
PC friends I would bend
backwards for
Students eager and excited
to learn more
Eating shiro, injera,
ga’at or pancakes
Weekends are definitely
needed breaks
Water filter leaves me
healthy and parasite free
On cold days, drinking
tiny cups of coffee or hot tea
Learning more ways to
practice patience
Being in town full of
hospitality and acceptance
Market fresh veggies and
foods without saturated fats
Avoiding camels, dogs,
donkeys, goats, chickens and many cats
Long walk to school gives
tan lines from chacos
Internet to get Facebook
messages from my bros
Inside jokes that always
leave us laughing
My own worship sessions of
praying and singing
These are all great, but
above all
I’m thankful to follow
God’s call
I hope and pray you all have an amazing Thanksgiving. Try to
find
something daily to be thankful for…especially when it is hard.
You will be
surprised how much you can think of when you aren’t expecting
it.
Jess you are fabulous! You keep me inspired as I read every new post!
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