Monday, December 21, 2009

1000 Gifts: December's blessings


As December swiftly races by, I pause to give thanks to the Father...
for His countless blessings,
for the outpouring of His love,
for His gifts that never cease.

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daddy... finally home for good... after many weeks of travel

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more snow than we have ever seen!


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hills to sled. mountains to climb.

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the generosity of my snow-covered boys, poured out on someone they didn't even know...
as they gave away one of their sleds because he didn't have one of his own

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snow-packed streets. cars buried deep. shops closed tight. home-bound rest.


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red faces. weary legs. radiant smiles. wonderful times.

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hot cider. hot chocolate. peanut butter cookies. contentment.


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one-year old hands, clasped tightly over eyes, as heads bow before mealtime for a prayer of heart-felt thanks

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the Father's comfort... the Father's peace... the Father's faithfulness... every. single. time.

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prayer warriors

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I love you.

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walks with my boys

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games around the kitchen table, a movie before bed, daddy's homemade popcorn


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family gathered 'round the computer.
voices raised in chorus.
Christmas hymns and songs of joy...
our church service via the internet.

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a community of neighbors-- working together-- to dig out each other's cars, to scrape each other's driveways, to clear each other's steps... the selflessness of others... love in action

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color amidst the gray


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a reason to celebrate... His wondrous birth

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the fulfillment of the Scriptures. God's Gift to mankind. Jesus, the Truth that sets men free.

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and His life-giving Words:

"I am the light of the world.
Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness,
but will have the light of life."

John 8:12


Merry Christmas!
May His peace fill you beyond measure this holiday season~


holy experience


and the list continues...

9 comments:

Sarah said...

Beautiful post! I had to laugh when I saw the picture of your dog trying to navigate the snow. :-) We never get snow down here near Savannah, GA. I am always in awe of it.

gretchen said...

I'm jealous of all that snow -- however, I know that being snowed in isn't pleasant after the 3rd day. :) Continually praying for you. Love you sister!

gretchen said...

oh, and what book is that?

Unknown said...

"The fulfillment of Scriptures"..reminder of God's faithfulness. Great list!

Carrie said...

I bet your home is so warm and cozy! ;) I love your pictures (especially the bird in the tree), and of course, your words are so heartfelt and inspiring!

Hope you guys have a wonderful Christmas! ;)

Kit said...

I always love to read your lists! Isn't the snow fun?
Merry Christmas!

Jennifer said...

Wasn't it a ball? : )
Merry Christmas, Heather... So thankful for you.

Unknown said...

Wow!
And I love the bird photo.
Merry Christmas !

Linda said...

I just love visiting you on mondays. There is something very special about your gratitude lists. Your sweet spirit just shines through.
You bless. Have a wonderful Christmas - filled with love, peace, joy and warmth.