Thankful Thursdays

This is a continuation from my first post of reflecting on our blessings and reasons to give thanks during the month of November...

1. Psalm 106:1 "Praise the Lord! Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" I am thankful in the promise that no matter where I am... that I am loved by an amazing Savior!
2. I am thankful that my husband has a job. Although he is now working 12 hour shifts up until we leave to go home to the states...I am focusing on the positive that he has a well paying job and can provide for us.
3. I am thankful for my two kids and the laughter they provide in my day!
4. I am thankful for my little sister Shannon! Happy Birthday! I am thankful for the time that I had while we were living in Texas to spend with her and the growth that we had in our relationship. I am thankful for the direction her life is going and the positive and great things going on in her life. I am thankful for the love she has for my kids.
5. Thankful for the Texas vs. Texas Tech football game (big family rivalry with one sister a Tech alumni and the other attending) being broadcasted live in Saudi and that I got to watch half of it cuddling with my husband before he had to go back to work! And that the Longhorns won!!! Hook 'Em Horns!
6. I am thankful for the beautiful beach we live right next to (seriously a five minute walk at that) and for a wonderful morning eating breakfast with friends and playing at the beach! Thankful for God's amazing creation!
7. I am thankful that I am able to fly back to the States and spend seven wonderful weeks with family and friends!
8. Thankful for a wonderful day with G and that Peyton and her have picked up right where they left off. Thankful for the relationship they have and how much my mom loves my kids and is such an important and wonderful influence in their lives!
9. Thankful for God's creation and the amazing beauty of it. Love seeing the mountains, lake and gorgeous view every morning when we wake up here in Washington. Amazing!
10. Thankful for technology and how it makes the distance across the world seem smaller!
11. Thankful for those who have served and continue to serve to protect the freedoms we have in the States and in Canada. So many people live without the freedom to vote, drive, have an opinion, freedom of speech and I am forever grateful for those who have served and died for those freedoms for us. I am even more thankful for my Grandpa and his service to Canada during WWII.
12. Thankful that Papa had a safe flight up from Houston and the time that Peyton is spending with her friend. Thankful that he is patient with her and lets her help him with all kinds of projects.
13. Thankful for my parents and their commitment to one another and 30 years of marriage!
14. Thankful for the freedom to drive and go where I please and whenever I please! So thankful!
15. I am thankful that I can drive to Barnes and Noble and buy Christian books! Thankful for the freedom of religion!
16. Thankful for my mom who watched my kids while I enjoyed a 3 mile run through the trails of Whatcom Creek Falls. A great run in beautiful weather and gorgeous surrondings!
17. Thankful for my friends in Texas who have continued to stay in touch with me and are planning time to visit while we are there. I am thankful for their hospitality and excitment to see me and my family! I am so looking forward to seeing them!
18. Thankful for real water and not having to shower in salt water! My hair is very appreciative!   
19. Thankful for the opportunity to freely attend church and sing praises to my Saviour with hundreds of other people.
20. Thankful for my husband who is working hard while we are gone at his job and at finishing up unpacking and things I wanted to get done around the house. 
21. Thankful for rain, the change in seasons and nature!
22. Thankful for two healthy kids who continue to grow and thrive. 
23. Thankful that we have a bountiful feast to enjoy tomorrow and for our blessings.
24. Thankful to be spending Thanksgiving with family!