Thankful Thursday

I haven't done one of these "Thankful Thursday" posts in a long time. Why??? It certainly isn't because I'm not "thankful" for the blessings in my life, but the 10-15 minutes of blogging I give myself a day doesn't allow for any deep thoughts. In the last 4 months or so, the rest of my time is taken up with my calling, my family and trying to get myself on some kind of a routine. While I'm extremely organized in some ways, I'm extremely undisciplined in others!!!

I'm thankful for opportunities to serve. I was called as the YW president a little while back and it's taken me out of my comfort zone for sure! From the full frontal hugs (ack!!!) to the missionary efforts that are necessary parts of this calling, I've become more reliant on the Lord... and it's a good thing. Becoming more spiritually in tune has helped in areas of my life that really needed some boosting... all areas really. Maybe there's hope for me yet.

I'm thankful for my friends. We've been here in Tennessee for over 3 years now and there is not a day that goes by, I don't recognize this blessing in my life. I love it here and for the first time in a very, very long time have a lot of true girlfriends again. Friends I can vent to and know it stays right there without judgement... friends I can call and go shopping with with no notice... friends who invite me to parties and LNO's.... friends who understand who I am and what I believe in. It's nice.

I'm thankful for creative outlets and time. While my blogging has been somewhat superficial, it's nice to have that time to be mindless or feel inspired. School's starting soon and I have so many little projects for the fall. This is what I enjoy and it makes me feel good to create a beautiful environment at home that my family and I can enjoy. Actually, I don't think that's superficial at all.

I'm now over my 15 minute blogging time by 35 minutes, but that's OK. My one pair of athletic shoes disintegrated at camp so I can't exercise anyway!