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Gratituesday: This and That

September 19, 2011 by Laura 25 Comments

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This Gratituesday, I decided to share several “little” things I’m thankful for, although really, can we call any of our blessings little? Except, of course, the first blessing I shared about weighs only a little over seven pounds…

1. Some of our close friends had a very sweet and adorable baby boy last week. Since we don’t see any more baby boys (or girls!!) in our future (unless God has something very different in mind for our future than we think He has) – I have to say that I have been living vicariously through my friend Jenny for the past few months. Now that the little guy has arrived, I have enjoyed loving on him as much as I can. Mmmmm….baby boys.

2. This week, Matt and the boys are doing a construction project for some friends of ours. Today all four of our sons headed out the door with Daddy, equipped with work gloves and a sack lunch. Seeing them all pile into the truck to go “tear off shingles and siding” made me sigh deeply with joy – not because I had the house to myself this morning, even though that was a nice way to get some work done. My heart was full, seeing my men head off together to work hard and learn. I can never take this gift of a godly daddy and four healthy sons for granted.

3. It just so happens that the couple Matt and the boys are working with/for this week used to live in the same town as and were great friends with my grandparents many years ago in Kansas. It was so wonderful to make this connection! Mrs. Spencer knows my Nana!! And she even remembered meeting my mom. I love this. I need this.

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Comments

  1. Crystal @ Intentional Homemaker says

    September 19, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    I love “connections” meeting people who knew/know someone important to me.

    Reply
  2. It Feels Like Chaos says

    September 19, 2011 at 8:10 pm

    Sweet, sweet blessings!

    Reply
  3. Adrienne @ Whole New Mom says

    September 19, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    I do love reading your stories.

    I am sharing a dish that we always take to moms w newborns or sick people who need meals. It is my family’s favorite.

    I hope you like it as well.
    Blessings,
    Adrienne

    Reply
  4. Jill Roper says

    September 20, 2011 at 4:15 am

    Anytime boys can be with their daddy and learn new things is fabulous. So funny that you did a list. I decided that I am going to start my 1000 Gifts list. Have a wonderful day everyone.

    Reply
  5. Amy Bradsher says

    September 20, 2011 at 4:31 am

    Those connections are so fun!

    Reply
  6. Meagan says

    September 20, 2011 at 4:56 am

    I love Dad’s who are invested in their kids. It is SUCH a blessing!

    Reply
  7. Rachel says

    September 20, 2011 at 5:07 am

    Love hearing about your man and your 4 boys learning and working hard together – so sweet!

    Reply
  8. Holly T. says

    September 20, 2011 at 5:30 am

    I love taking the time to savor the “small stuff.” Your hubby and boys sound amazing!

    Reply
  9. Kate says

    September 20, 2011 at 5:55 am

    We live in one of the towns devastated by flooding in Pennsylvania – arguable the worst hit town – and just today all our local schools are back in session, my husband’s back to work, and we’re not all in crisis mode. There are still so many friends and neighbors who have lost literally everything they own – one lady at our church lost her car and all her belongings except what was in her purse. Today I just can’t be thankful enough for the National Guard, local first responders, and countless volunteers who have made my eyes fill with tears every time I see them working tirelessly to care for our little town.

    Reply
    • Kate says

      September 20, 2011 at 5:57 am

      *arguably

      Reply
  10. Wendy (The Local Cook) says

    September 20, 2011 at 6:06 am

    I had quite a Monday yesterday (nothing really serious, just car troubles and nothing seemed to go right). Looking forward to reading today’s links – always seems to cheer me up.

    I’m posting 10 favorite autumn recipes–I LOVE fall and the foods that go with it.

    Reply
    • DorthyM says

      September 20, 2011 at 6:52 am

      Wendy,
      I hope today goes much better for you! And I look forward to seeing those recipes.
      Love the foods that fall brings. : )

      Reply
  11. Lori W. says

    September 20, 2011 at 6:35 am

    Wonderful blessings….each of them!

    Reply
  12. DorthyM says

    September 20, 2011 at 6:50 am

    I love the little blessings in life we can be thankful for. As always Laura, thank you for sharing your life with us.

    Reply
  13. Jessica says

    September 20, 2011 at 6:58 am

    Thanks for sharing! How sweet!

    Reply
  14. Naomi says

    September 20, 2011 at 8:57 am

    Since it’s Gratituesday I thought I’d leave a note about what I’m thankful for.
    I am a stay at home mom of 3…ages 10 to 2 and I’m so very thankful that God sent my 3rd little blessing(2 yr old) to us. With both my other kids in school all day I get to experience babyhood all over again. I love his giggles, screaming fits, and kisses :)
    Hope you all have a great day, I’m also thankful for stumbling upon this blog page, I love to cook and enjoy the recipes, etc.
    ?THANKS! ?

    Reply
  15. Aima says

    September 20, 2011 at 9:13 am

    I am thankful for old photographs…They make me happy. Have a good Tuesday!

    Reply
  16. Lindsey says

    September 20, 2011 at 10:53 am

    Hi there,
    I accidentally posted my blog twice on your post. I’m number 31 and 32. I would prefer that you keep the #32 and delete the #31 if possible. Thanks for sharing your life with us! You’ve encouraged me to start my own blog.
    Lindsey

    Reply
  17. Lauren says

    September 20, 2011 at 11:21 am

    It’s such a small world! It’s amazing all the connections made as we go through life!

    I’m sharing about a special quiet time I was able to have this weekend.

    Reply
  18. deborah says

    September 20, 2011 at 11:36 am

    I always think it’s awesome when you make a connection with someone and realize that it is a small world after all! :)

    Reply
  19. Jennifer says

    September 20, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    Thankful for cool, cloudy days in Port-au-Prince, Haiti!

    Reply
  20. Amy says

    September 20, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    There’s nothing quite like little boys!

    Reply
  21. Lisa @ Happy in Dole Valley says

    September 20, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Gotta love those moments when our boys get to work with their dads. Thanks for hosting! ~Lisa

    Reply
  22. Susan Evans says

    September 20, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    Wow, I would love for my boys to do some work project like that with my husband! I’m grateful that my kids enjoy hard work and accomplishing something, especially for other people. Sometimes when the elderly at our church are sick, my kids will make home-made cards for them. So I guess I’m grateful for kids who like to make others happy.

    Reply
  23. LouAnn Bruster says

    September 23, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    We accomplished another step towards our little blessing sitting on the other side of the world. Jeremy, we’re trying babe!

    Reply

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