GrEightful

Wow, I haven't done one of these in a bit and I find sometimes it helps me put things into perspective when I am in a funk or feeling down.

This week I am grateful for:

1. Skype - We have had a few Skype dates with my sis and her family, my Mom and Mr. Bill, and some good friends in Calgary. We are also going to be Skyping in to our small group in Calgary--so excited about this and am so, so, grateful for technology! It was also super cute watching my little girl give kisses to her cousins, Aunty and grandma. The screen is a little dirtier now, but it was pretty cute! :o)

2. That I finally got a job. Even if it is not a government job, I just need to help pay the bills and put some food on the table. I am excited to start work as the people I work with are pretty great and also the hours will work out perfectly. John and I are working at the same place (he started before me) and I will do the morning shift and he will do the night shift. We are also working in the same department--it is too funny, but will totally work for us. Plus I will have my own personal trainer--John! ;o)

3. Our little encourager--Zechariah. He is such a sweet little boy and always seems to sense when we need some encouragement and some cuddles! Love this kid to pieces!

4. Little Miss Gigi. She cracks me up with all of her new little antics and new words. She is such a funny girl and I just adore watching her personality develop and unfold. She is one busy, busy, little girl!

5. My husband who is my rock, my support, my best friend, and the absolute love of my life. I am so incredibly blessed to have him in my life. I love seeing him grow, learn, flourish and become the man that God has intended him to be. Pretty amazing sharing my life with a man who loves the Lord as much as I do!

6. An amazing friend who listens, encourages and prays for me as I confide in her and tell her about all of my struggles. What is even more amazing, is how she has went through the exact same thing that I am struggling with and has such amazing scriptural backed insight to offer. God has such amazing foresight! :o)

7. Knowing that God is working in me. In the midst of this storm, I am able to draw closer and closer to Him. I am able to let Him prune all of the stuff that needs to be pruned and discarded. I need a heart change and slowly but surely He is working on me, revealing amazing things to me, but most importantly lavishing me with His unfailing, unconditional love, mercy and grace, which I so desperately need and cry out for.

8. Finding a church and starting to feel a little more connected.