Jodi-FL Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 (y'know, things other than the usual of work, shelter, food, etc.) Mine are: 1. Electronic tax filing. So much easier and faster than the old way. 2. The newness of Chutes and Ladders to a newly turned 5yo boy. 3. New windows coming with the offer of the hope of lower utility bills. what makes *you* thankful today? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. H. Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. That we're *mostly* over the flu. 2. That my mom is coming over tonight and taking us all out to dinner, then staying all weekend to play board games and just 'hang out'. 3. That the Drs. finally found out what is wrong with my wonderful Dh, and it is easily fixable with a simple surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada_Mom Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Being in labour. :D 2. Finally having labour begin. :D 3. Did I mention I'm in labour? :D YAY!!!!! It's a FANTASTIC day to be thankful! :cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Readsalot Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. My ds is growing to be a fine young man. 2. That my dh's hard work gives me the luxury of being able to stay home and homeschool our ds. 3. That I have rediscoverd reading for my own pleasure. On this note I just finished $64 Tomato and it was so funny I am now reading parts of it out loud to the family after dinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Health, especially in this season of yuck. 2. Good food for the quiet weekend ahead. 3. My dashing dee-aitch, who loves me and works hard to allow me the joy of experiencing my children every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1) Today, it's this board. I've gotten a lot of valuable info in the last 24 hours here. 2) My friends and church family who take such good care of me. 3) Coffee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PariSarah Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1) That my hope chest is full of knitting yarn. 2) That one of my paper proposals is finished ahead of schedule. 3) That my honey and I can relax together this evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1-My cousin was in a very bad wreck 2 nights ago...we just got word that he's going to be ok. Thank goodness! 2-My wonderful husband and great kids. 3-A quiet weekend ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich with Kids Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. My DH. I woke up crazy in love with him this morning and can't stop thinking about him! 2. We're going to my dc's favorite park to do Astronomy today. 3. DH gets off early from work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Laura in VA Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Today, I am thankful for: 1-My husband- He is a wonderful man, father, and friend. 2-Judy Rossi- She has written a parenting Bible study that I am doing now, and it is fabulous! 3-Our tax return is being deposited today! Yay!!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. My grandma, who was on the verge of dying on Sunday, appears to be pulling through. 2. Knowing that spring will eventually come, despite the current temp of 8. (Up from -15 when I got up this morning!) 3. The soundtrack to The Mission. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cin Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. That it didn't snow as much as they thought it would over night. 2. My MIL lives close by 3. My children are goign there for the day (because of #1 & #2 :D) On a more serious note.... 1. DH is a WONDERFUL husband, father & provider 2. My church family is full of homeschool families; there are 3 elementary co-ops and 3 high school co-ops within spitting distance 3. My 2 beautiful daughters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 my son is getting over the flu God's grace, we had a shining of that yesterday (too personal to share) my dog, who somehow hears me when I get up in the middle of the night. I got up at 3:30am to do some work on the computer, she whined to get out of her room and was so excited to see me. It made me feel good. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Being in labour. :D 2. Finally having labour begin. :D 3. Did I mention I'm in labour? :D YAY!!!!! It's a FANTASTIC day to be thankful! :cool: Sending you quick delivery prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1) That we sold our house this week. 2) Coffee 3) Gorgeous, beautiful weather to play outside in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy loves Bud Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Romy is taking a nap! Right now! 2. Cadbury Mini-Eggs. 3. Eating Cadbury Mini-Eggs while Romy takes a nap. Life is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Hi Laura! Are you doing Raising Responsive Children? PM me. Oops. Please. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Being in labour. 2. Finally having labour begin. :D 3. Did I mention I'm in labour? :D Woohoo!!! :eek:Congratulations!!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 The 3 things I am thankful for are... 1. A brand new day! 2. Gods wonderful Grace 3. all 3 of my peeps are home today, and at the same time! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Health-yesterday I was so sick that is it great to feel among the world of the living again. 2. My family (both my parents and sibling's family and in-law's and dh's sister's family) all live close to us and I love them all so much!! 3. that I can stay in my jammies all day today (I'm still recovering) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PariSarah Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Romy is taking a nap! Right now! 2. Cadbury Mini-Eggs. 3. Eating Cadbury Mini-Eggs while Romy takes a nap. Yay, Romy!! Sleep, sleep, sleep, baby!! (Oh, sorry. Was that too loud? Did I wake the baby?):D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. My dh and 4 wonderful kids. We have been just so blessed in our marriage. 2 That I can see my son, who turned 15 yesterday, as a diamond in the rough. I've been getting glimpses of him turning into a young man, making some mature decisions and starting to set goals. 3. That my family is healthy, dh lost a co-worker this week in just 4 short months of being diagnosed with lukemia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutor Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. I just finished paying bills, and there is actually still money in the checking account. 2. My writers block seems to have disappeared. (This is such a HUGE relief!) 3. I feel mostly human again after having the flu for three weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kat19 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1~Children's Motrin~My daughter is running a fever so this is helping keep it down. Hopefully no one else will get sick :) 2~Sunshine..it has been cold here so seeing the sun out makes the day better:D 3~It's Friday..Does that count :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Dh will just do whatever is needed for me -- he's great that way 2. Our kids can really step up to the plate and it just warms my heart that I get to spend the kind of time with them that I do. THey are great. 3. Lab reports, while not ideal, could have been a whole lot worse. So that is good, even though not perfect, I am thankful for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkpan Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. That it's Friday! 2. That I am surrounded by a family that loves me! 3. For dinner take-out! Kim in TN (used to be in NV) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2boys Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. That my children got to play in the snow this afternoon 2. That my husband is bringing home chinese take-out for dinner 3. That none of us have had the flu this winter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Being in labour. :D 2. Finally having labour begin. :D 3. Did I mention I'm in labour? :D YAY!!!!! It's a FANTASTIC day to be thankful! :cool: CONGRATS on being in labor! We'll be doing a baby dance for you today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. Thankful DH and "The Viking" (Norwegian former exhange student) will both be home tonight. 2. We took today as a spring break day--kids are outside playing tennis, basketball, and riding their RipStiks. They are getting along today! YEAH!!! 3. House is messy--but no longer nasty and gross. We're making headway :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrscopterdoc Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I am thankful ~ 1) that I woke up alive and breathing again this morning. Nothing like being alive to be thankful! 2) for my darling daughter and wonderful husband. I wouldn't be here without them 3) restaurants and fast food places so I don't have to cook!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJN Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1) For the love of my precious dh and children 2) That our tax refund is being deposited today 3) For God giving me new perspective on life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangermom Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. A yummy burrito after working all morning. 2. Benadryl cream, because I'm allergic to mosquito bites and it reduces the swelling and pain. 3. This week in my town, when spring starts. Almond, plum, and tulip trees are all in bloom. It's the time of year when driving down the street makes me thrilled to live here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.griff Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Just got a new swivel sweeper from Target- it's SO much easier to vacuum carpeted stairs with this. Free maintenace from our housing office. DH was late to work today, on purpose- so that he could catch up on sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 OK, tough week, I NEED to do this. . . . . 1. Thankful for the kids program my older 3 dc are at tonight - Mission Minded Kids Club (kinda like Awana on steroids - in a good way) 2. Thankful our friends are loaning us a car this weekend - we're down to one, and it's filled with timpani and xylophones (but not bassoons :D) 3. Thankful that I have seen the Lord move powerfully in our lives this week, through unexpected gifts, unexpected job interviews, and the resurrection of a proposal we thought was dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 1. That I live so close to my parents. Even though I am at the moment sort of overwhelmed by the reality of having a father with Alzheimer's and a mother who needs my daily help, it's a great privilege and blessing to be right here to help the people I love. 2. That my husband earns sufficient income to not work for pay so that I can spend this time with my children. 3. That my MIL is moving here next month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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