Taking time to be thankful

My sister and mom are always after me for not answering the phone. Truth be told, many times, I am not even around my phone. And other times, I’m too lazy to go in the other room to pick up the phone. Lately, I’ve been too busy to answer the phone. We’ve had three set of company in the last two week and three more sets due this weekend.

G and I love having company because it motivates us to get things done around the house. After the neighborhood Easter egg hunt on Sunday, I dusted off the old lawn mower and began mowing the yard. An acre lot with an old, tired push mower makes for a long day! Like most houses, there is always work to be done. It seems that every time you check something off your list, there are a least 5 more things to add.

Petey Pie’s has also kept me busy. I sew when I can, but mostly at night between the hours of 7-1 am. Yesterday, I was able to complete 10 shirts. While having a small business is a lot of fun, I had no idea how much work it would require! Or how tired I would be at the end of each day!

During these busy times, I am often guilty of turning away from God. Tired and overwhelmed, I fail to see His many blessings. As my to do list grows longer, my relationship with God seems to suffer. I was especially reminded of this as I sat outside today. It was then that He showed me what all I had to be thankful for. A wonderful husband who has been cancer free for almost a year, a bright and loving little girl who loves to smile, and friends and family who are always there to help.

I’ve also got a lot to look forward to. Warmer weather, a brand new grill, an upcoming trip to key West, and the ability to spend the next year with my sister, brother in law, and niece and nephew. These are all gifts from God! As we approach Easter Sunday, I vow to count these blessings and many more despite how hectic or busy my life becomes!

Neighborhood Easter egg hunt

MR is really loving her bows these days. She “peased” her way into wearing as many as she could. And then refused to take them off for our afternoon errands.

Yep those are snow flurries! Yesterdays high was 42. Today we’re up to 63!