Thankfulness

I remember reading a verse in Psalms the year I was in Niger, it stated how important thankfulness is and that it ultimately leads to salvation... I'll have to dedicate some time to search for the reference!  At that point in my life, while I was reflecting on its meaning I knew there was much more to that verse.  Since Niger and living in a dorm assisting 12 MK's I am brought to the realization that more times then not I express frustration or disapproval to others... my attitude and heart criticize instead of uplift and encourage.  In other words, thankfulness isn't 1st nature to me.

How often do I extend a sincere, "Thank you for helping me accomplish that task.  I could never have done it without you."  or, "Honey, I know you were exhausted from a long day of work, so thank you for volunteering to put Keziah to bed.  It gave me a few minutes to myself, which I needed."?  And how often do I tell others the good things done to me?  This may help them see the world in a new light as well!

I could share how Justin did the dishes, or gave our daughter a bath, or bought me flowers (even if we didn't have the money for them at the time)... Sure, he isn't always that thoughtful and sweet, but he does go to work (and has currently been on the clock 12+ hours, which is why he still isn't home).  He doesn't complain about his work or the hours he puts in on long day like today.  There are more things to be thankful for than things to complain about - and that's a FACT!  Some food for thought!

I'm glad to be back online to share some of my thoughts!  Good night, world!

Living without Internet

This morning I am at my parents' house which means I'm able to update my blog.  Justin and I moved to a different apartment the weekend after Thanksgiving and we no longer have internet.  :o(  We are very sad about that, but probably won't remedy the "problem".  So my updates will more sporadic from now on.

We are living in the stone age, without Internet OR TV.  How do we do it?  hehehe... we borrow a lot of movies!  LOL  However, I may need to get basic TV, so I can keep up on Lost and Chuck.  Those are two of the shows I can't seem to break away from.
 
On to our 1st Christmas with Kezi-bean.  We spent it over at my parents.  Christmas Eve we went to a candle-light service at CBC and then opened stockings by the Christmas tree.  The following morning Dad read in Luke about the 3 Wisemen and the kids were itching to open presents.  Keziah and Caiden were entertained by all the wrapping paper and boxes.  We ate Swedish Tea Ring and scrambled eggs (our traditional Evans' fare).

We are already into the New Year... and resolutions have been made.  LOL  We'll see who can stick to theirs.  :o)