thankful: twenty-three and twenty-four

in these past few days, i have experienced heart-shattering loss. fear. anxiety and worry. doubt. yet--i've also experienced His sweet presence. i think in the midst of pain and trial, sometimes the only way we can know His goodness is to choose to thank Him. and that is what i have tried to do. so here are a few from my list:

sleeping in; precious prayers of loved ones for my family and i; hearing Tolu sing Justin Bieber; peanut butter and banana sandwiches; the Psalms; God's protection of my heart; excitement at seeing John Mark McMillan in TWO WEEKS!; positive feedback of my recent newsletter; the selflessness i've seen in people who love me and want to serve me; lazy mornings spent watching tv in bed; the strength of my Nana; new glasses.