There are so many things that I am thankful for in my life. There is a WordPress user that I follow named Bianca who has been doing different posts about thankfulness throughout the month of November. She invited other bloggers to join her in writing posts about things for which they are grateful. So here it is, my November thankfulness writing challenge post.
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, due to the fact that it is about gathering with loved ones to spend time together, and remembering the things that we are grateful for in our lives. Enjoying a delicious feast is also definitely a plus when it comes to Thanksgiving!
A lot of people choose Christmas as their favorite. I definitely find Christmas precious and sacred. The fact that it is the day that we celebrate the birth of Jesus makes it extra special to me. I look forward to both Thanksgiving and Christmas every year, because those two holidays seem to be the top two, as far as spending quality time with those we love are concerned.
I am grateful that this past Thanksgiving was one of peace and love. Our family has been through a lot over the past, like many families. Time that I am able to spend with my family is something that I learn to appreciate more and more as I mature through life. Life is unpredictable. The older I get, the more I realize that often times we lose loved ones with no warning. Every moment spent with friends and family is precious, because the next moment is promised to no one.
I am thankful for things that are often taken for granted. Often times people rejoice over things that are obvious blessings, but there are things that are looked over sometimes when blessings are taken into account. I am grateful for things such as eyesight, two working legs, a place to live, healthy children, and healthy pets.
As I’m writing, I am starting to realize that this post could go on forever. So to sum it up, I want to express my gratitude for answered prayers. There are too many times in my life to count, that I called on God in prayer, and he answered me. He continues to work in my life, and knowing that I can count on that fact is reassurance daily. Thanks for reading, and God bless! 🌼
November 29, 2015 at 9:45 pm
Love this! Thank you so much for participating in my challenge.
You’re right, family and good friends are such great blessings that we sometimes take for granted when we’re younger…
You say, “As I’m writing, I am starting to realize that this post could go on forever.”
And that’s exactly what this is about: to realize your blessings. I pray that God will continue to answer prayers. Those are always always always blessings, even when we don’t realize it!
Thank you again for your support 🙂 You’re awesome!
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December 3, 2015 at 10:37 am
Thank-you!! When counting my blessings, I also often think about all of the people in the world who take the time to uplift or give a hand up to someone else. It’s so unselfish to encourage and motivate others. Thank-you for being one of those people. You are awesome too! 😊
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December 3, 2015 at 9:46 pm
You’re welcome, I’m glad I could encourage you. It’s one of the best things in life, to inspire and be inspired! 🙂
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December 3, 2015 at 10:04 pm
Yes, indeed! 😊
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December 2, 2015 at 9:08 pm
I love this post! There really is no “small” thing to be grateful for. We just get caught up in the idea of what we should express thanks for and what can be ignored. In my opinion, nothing should be ignored. Life is precious and we should celebrate and be grateful for every moment that we can. Great post!
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December 3, 2015 at 12:42 am
Thanks so much for sharing the fact that you loved this post. As a fellow blogger, I’m sure you know how encouraging it can be when someone not only takes the time out to thoroughly read your material, but also shares their views and opinions.Thank-you for all your support. 😊
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December 3, 2015 at 1:36 am
I do, that’s why I make the time to read and encourage my fellow bloggers. Cheers!
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December 3, 2015 at 12:45 am
When responding to your comment I forgot to add that I am thankful for people like you, who encourages and inspires others. I appreciate that you take the time out to read my posts and respond. Added to my mental list of things to be grateful for!
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December 3, 2015 at 1:36 am
I’m glad I could add to your list!
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December 3, 2015 at 2:29 am
😊👍✌
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