Thankful Thursday: letter edition

Dear Lord,
Thank you for blessing me with your gift of music. I love to praise and worship You. I will give glory to You and serve when it's my turn. I am humbled by Your grace, which I do not deserve. How do you put up with my millions of flaws? Your gifts are my blessing and I happily accept.
Thank You!

Make a difference Monday

"Every time you smile at someone, it is an act of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing."
Mother Teresa

Make a Difference Monday

Its make a difference Monday and all over the blogosphere, bloggers are posting a little give away. I am excited to participate in the fun. I commented on Samantha's blog 3 - Oh - 1 Grace St and I look forward to what she might have in store for me. Here are the rules for this fun exercise:

The first three people that comment on my post will get a gift from me within the next year. All you have to do is follow the rules below. It's pretty simple if you ask me. 

1. Within the year, I will create something unique to share with the first 3 people that comment on this specific post. I love giving gifts! (I may share something special that is not hand made and there's a good chance I will do it within a month instead of a year.)

2. ...but, in order for your present to arrive, you must play along as well. Spread the love on YOUR own blog promising to send a little something to the first three that comment on your blog post.

3. You get 72 hours (that's 3 days) to re-post this SAME post, or I'll move on to the next person.

4. PLEASE, only comment if you are willing to pay it forward.

Are you interested yet? So comment away! 

Please include the following in your comment:

Name:

Blog address:

E-mail address:

Something about you so I can get to know you better! {Could be your favorite color, season, food, how many pets or kids you have, what you do for a living, anything! PS - You can leave more than one thing}

In other news, I was blessed to participate in a scarf swap with my new bloggy friend Heather at Thirsty World Designs. It was quite a blessing to have received two scarves and I hope she enjoys the scarf I sent her. There's a good chance I'll be heading back to Target to get it for me.  END

Make a difference Monday

When I lived in Denver, I gave back to the local kids at the George Wilfley Boys and Girls club. I taught students how to play piano. Usually, I would teach them in groups of 3 to 4. There were a lot of challenging moments. I knew that I was impacting some students. It was a small gift but I'm glad that I was there for the students.

Contentment

I am content with what I have. My needs are met. I intend to enjoy what the good spoils in my life.

I've decided to no longer dwell on the past. I used to do that and it was not good for my health.

Accepting what we have with joy is the best attitude. This can reduce stress and increase happiness.

Its not easy but nothing in life ever is. It is worth it because life is too short to dwell on painful events or actions.

Dear Lord, Thank You for Your wisdom and patience. I am learning every day to be pleased with what I have because it all came from You as a gift. Amen.

Opportunity

Today’s rating is Positive.

When opportunity knocks, I open the door. I had the opportunity to enjoy a workout and dinner with a friend. We even watched my favorite TV show! I don’t mind watching at her house since her TV is 1000 times better than mine. These are the times that help me feel relaxed and calm. Dear Lord, Thank you for friends! What a gift! Amen.