Well I am already thankful that it is early and I am up after sleeping from 10:30 - 5:00am!!!! I love being up early before the rest of the house is up. There is nothing like starting my day with two cups of coffee and quiet time! Since my homework this week at BSF is to read the entire book of Matthew I have a lot to do! But, before I dig, in I just want to give thanks today for:

• That I did not have to do the "Ruby Dance" last night!!!!!! I think lots of fresh air and exhaustion from her first steps wore her out! The dark circle look is not good on me! Thank you for praying for us!
• That I have the opportunity to work with 5th and 6th grade girls this year at our church on Wednesday nights starting next week. I am really excited about this!
• For my very special girlfriends (you know who you are) that encourage me daily in my walk. And, for the incredibly thoughtful friends that they are!
• For the first steps that "Her Rubiness" took yesterday. The look of joy (that was not captured on film) was priceless.
• For Ainsley's third great week of school. I am so proud of her!
• That Jeff is back to work, and that he looks healthy!!
• For Autumn in Minnesota, one of my very favorite times of the year!
• For hearing the voices of my Monday Night Prayer Group friends again after our summer hiatus!
• For parents that are 75 and 80 and healthy and that they are able to travel and be here for Grandparents Day with Ainsley in early October!
• That today is Thankful Thursday and that I have so much to be thankful for!

I hope you have a great day! ~Diana