Ann at Holy Experience ( http://www.aholyexperience.com/ ) has reminded me, once again, of how we need to be grateful!  I am embarassed when I think of how much I take for granted in my life.  Back in November I meant to begin adding lists of things I'm thankful for to my blog, but haven't followed through.  Today, I'm attempting to start again.  Here are just a few of the things that come to my mind right now for which I am grateful:

Salvation - God's free gift of faith to me, by His grace!

My incredible, humble, servant-leader, gracious, loving husband.

My two boys who overwhelm me with great joy and teach me ever so much as we go through our days together.

A precious little girl on the way, one whom I cannot wait to meet!!!

God's Word - Truth - and all that it can do!

Yorkshire tea and highlands shortbread

Friends who are thoughtful

Incredibly hospitable people

Music

Sunshine

Time...I need to see it as more of a gift; use it more wisely and effectively, by God's grace!

Sleep

Thunderstorms.  LOUD ones.

People who express genuine interest, care and concern for me and my family.

Modern conveniences that make life easier.  Lord, may I use the ones You want me to, and set aside the rest!

Thank you, Ann, for your constant encouragement and your challenges.  I'm grateful for you, and for your reminder today to thank the Lord for the truly endless, limitless blessing He bestows on us daily!

Thank You, Lord!!!  May my eyes be opened to see all that comes to me by Your hand, and thank You for it, not taking You or anything You bring to me for granted.  I love You!