Final Multitude Mondays

It is the end of the list- 1,000 gifts! I am thrilled to have made it to the end and be able to look back at all the things to be grateful for. As I've shared before it has been challenging for me to keep up with the list, but I have enjoyed it and it has changed my perspective to focus on the small things to be thankful for instead of what I 'wish I had' or 'long for' at times.

The biggest challenge in keeping up with the list, is to truly be able to identify the things that I'm thankful for- and not just sharing an outline of the places and people I saw during the week. So at times I have chosen not to share names or places, but have shared specific moments during those outings that I was most thankful for.

I will miss Multitude Mondays, but hope to blog more consistently in sharing about Jack and this pregnancy going forward. Thank you for all your encouraging comments and words along the way.

I am thankful for...

Feb 23

981. For good news from my sister Mariela today

982. For finally getting into more of a routine in taking care of the house

983. For my friend Patti's encouragement and being ready to help when I am in need

Feb 24

984. For my father in law kindly inviting us for dinner, as he knows we've had a stressful last few days

985. For the excitement in Jack's face when he plays with uncle Brett and Miss Lauren

Feb 25

986. For the encouragement of my Bible Study Fellowship class

987. For how much Jack enjoys playing and being silly with Roman

988. For genuineness from my friend Bethany today

Feb 26

989. For learning from another mom of two boys and watching her take care of both

990. For the blessing of a new hobby

991. For Jack resting this afternoon allowing me to rest as well

Feb 27

992. For God's grace when I tend to focus on things that are not very important

993. For time to organize our home and get ready for the new baby

994. For unexpected energy tonight

Feb 28

995. For a fun time with our neighbors over for lunch

996. For Jack playing well with other children (specially the older ladies he he)

997. For unexpected gratitude and blessings

Feb 29

998. For the baby's continued movement and health despite me feeling very sick (nausea and allergies)

999. For Steve playing with Jack allowing me to rest tonight

1000! For the encouragement of our pastor and excitement as we get ready to start Crown Financial this upcoming week

And just because I loved this picture from today and was thankful for laughter...