Things To Be Grateful For and Happy About

A Million Things To Be Happy About and Grateful For– The Original List Now…before you say, “Sheesh! This is a lonnng list.” I want you to remember that we would like to get to a million. Do you know how many a MILLION is? Well, it a lot, that’s how many. So if you’d like add to our list—be brave and scroll down to the bottom. Yes, yes, it may take a while to get there but you’ll manage. And maybe you’ll even read something along the way that reminds you of all that is good in your life. When you add to the “list” your addition will appear on the side bar—that changes about every 10 seconds—titled, “What Makes You Happy?” If you’re patient enough–you’ll see your own words there eventually. So cool!

1. The family

2. These perfect grandbabies

3. Missionary boy phone calls on Christmas day 4. Fleece slippers 5. A bag of Cheetoes–baked not fried 6. Painted toenails 7. The smell of real Christmas trees 8. A well stocked bird feeder 9. Picking raspberries 10. Real Hot Chocolate with real whipped cream 11. Wearing pigtails 12. Striped socks 13. Bright pink mittens 13. A reading lamp 14. Men with Scottish accents 15. Baby kittens 16. Stone cottages 17. Cherries from a roadside stand 18. A backyard full of autumn leaves 19. Thundery rainstorms 20. Cheerios 21. Snowed in with everyone home 22. Gas prices right this second 23. The power of prayer 24. Thatched roofs 25. “Baby First Step” 26. Indian corn 27. Music boxes where you can see the insides 28. Porch swings 29. A sister 30. Baby kisses 31. Pecan logs without cherries 32. Pumpernickel bread with Swiss cheese 33. The picture book, “The Relatives Came.” 34. Old photos of total strangers 35. Caramel apples 36. “Seabiscuit“ 37. Metal crochet hooks with taped handles 38. Christmas lights in very tall trees 39. Canopy beds with curtains 40. PeeWee baby dolls 41. Football games 42. Very old houses with very old trees 43. Jack in the Box tacos 44. Border’s gift cards 45. Surfer hair 46. Crocheted dust ruffles 47. Old buttons

48. “Little Lost Baby”

49. Lousia May Alcott books 50. Beloved crazy people with New Year’s fireworks 51.  Being read to 52. Flute music 53. Beany my love

54. Vlasic Kosher Dill Spears

55. Farm houses 56. A Brother 57. Embroidery scissors 58. Rainbow Brite 59. The “Out of Africa” soundtrack 60. Summerfest 61. Peter Brinholt music 62. Cable tights 63. Light purple 64. Cinnamon pinecones 65. Mourning doves 66. Creamers 67. Rootbeer floats in grandma’s backyard 68. Christmas cards with photos inside

69. Letters with foreign stamps

70. Wind chimes 71. Gift baskets with really cool stuff 72. Jane Austen movies 73. Wool Felt 74. Kilts 75. Pink malt balls 76. Babies born gently 77. Snapset pools 78. Maxfield Parrish paintings 79. Baby fingers and toes 80. Cute boys with big feet 81. Freeze dried ice cream 82. Church steeples 83. Old friends that come back 84. Icicles 85. Waterfalls 86. Free range giraffes 87. Button up sweaters 88. “Goose Girl“ 89. Twelfth Night 90. Christmas Eve 91. Stuffing 92. Kisses on the hand 93. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary 94. Pastry Blenders 95. Little girls in dresses and tights 96. Pink and purple petunias 97. Ballet Slippers

98. My sweet Mom

99. My cute daddy

100. When it rains allllll day and into the night. From Tracy. 101.  Working Dishwasher 102.  More than 1 car 103.  First Kisses 104.  Baby Smiles 105.  Thick Curtains From Susette: 106.  Letters from Missionary sons 107.  Music 108.  Flowers growing in the yard 109.  Fruit trees to pick from 110.  Eating sweet juicy fruit 111.  Having a quiet afternoon to myself 112.  Playing board games with friends or family 113.  Listening to people sing who have beautiful voices (something I’ll have in the next life) 114.  Reading friends blogs!! From Sue: 115.  Webcam so I can see and talk to my loved ones that are far away 116.  Phone calls from a 3 year old grandbaby to say “I love you Grams!” 117.  Text messages from my kids that say they love me and to have a blessed day! From Kathy: 118.  Mornings where your husband gets up and feeds the kids and dresses them without waking you up. 119.  Having money to pay for what you need and can do without the want. 120.  Soon to be 3 beautiful girls that love each other more than I did with my own siblings. From Jodi: 121. My beautiful baby Avery and her heart melting smile 122. A new cell phone – gotta love modern technology 123. A car that does well in the snow 124. A mother who I talk to daily 125. My wonderful calling in YW and the amazing girls I get to associate with. From Tracy 126.  Healthy kids 127.  Fine tipped pens 128.  Working out 129.  Sees chocolates 130.  Time out From Susette 131.  ♥Sleeping in till 10:00 makes me happy. 132.  ♥Leaving the Christmas tree up till way past the New Year 133.  ♥Flying on airplanes makes me giggle 134.  ♥Hot wassail on a cold Winter’s night with a good book 135.  ♥Having about 4 hours to myself so I can scrapbook 136.  ♥Scented Body Lotions 137. The snow coming down as I type. 138. Pink lights on a canopy bed. 139. A baby girl who loves her monkey. 140. A baby boy who loves to laugh. 141. A baby “chomp” who could show up any day now. 142. A well attended puzzle on a wintery day. 143. Dear friends in a beautiful place. 144. A pristine kitty 145. A letter from a happy boy in a very cold, faraway land. From Lyndi 146. *sunshine that makes the snow sparkle 147. *rings 148. *hot chocolate or chocolate milk 149. *a camera full of happy memories 150. *sleeping baby all curled up like a snail 151. *The greenWinkle Etsy shop. 152. *My laptop that I thought might just be on its deathbed is out of rehab and working fabulously! 153. *Awesome brother-in-laws 154. *Rearranging my room in a way that just motivates me to do amazing things 155. *Graduating from college 156. *Getting an email that says my diploma is in the mail 157. *Knowing that there is another package coming for me from a friend in England 158. *Starting a new job 159. *Being in the Hill Cumorah Pageant cast 160. *Thinking about staying in New York for three weeks! 161. *Good friends 162. *Awesome music of sweetness on my iPod *Pink iPod speakers 163. *A pink folding chair that holds my pink water bottle 164. *Okay, the color pink 165. *Watching others live their dreams 166. *Living my own dreams 167. *Snow that covers everything rather than just the grass 168. *JIF Peanut Butter (*sigh* we’ll meet again after the recall!) 169. *Reading good books 170. *Watching movies with my family 171. *Getting comments from good friends 172. *My nieces and nephew

173.  Baby secrets

174.  Bags to cut up to make more…ahhh…bags.

175.  Random things popping out of the ground

176.  A box of new bows

177.  Shiney hubcaps!

178.  An evening cloud burst

179.  Huge, strong, gentle hands

180.  A cute new book to read

181.  Our mountains

182.  A new daddy

Kathy says: 183. Seeing a new daddy with their new baby always makes me smile and laugh. LyndiLou says: 184.  milk 185.  nilla wafers 186.  shoes 187. birds chirping in the morning 188. real letters in the mail 189.  thinking of walks when it’s warmer 190.  getting organized 191.  patterned paper 192.  frosted mini wheats 193.  50 cent pieces Shannon says: 194.  The smile that spreads on your kids faces in the morning 195. The funny things that come out of kids mouths 196.  Being happy with my life as is 197.  Splurging on something you never thought you would get 198. Watching the moon rise. Maddie says: 199. Viva paper towels Beverly says: 200. PitaPat the Tabby Cat Sheri says: 201. Pursuing your passion Jodi says: 202. My little Squishy’s squishy squishies! mia says: 203. The secret clubhouse my friends and i are building in a dried up old river, and even though we’re too old for it, imagination is the best thing ever! Susette says: 204.  A testimony of eternal families 205. Listening to the sounds of people enjoying themselves in the park 206. Staying connected with loved ones through facebook 207. Hearing a bass guitar being played 208. Hugs from people who love you when you’re having a hard day 209. Dreams about loved ones you wish were here 210. The strength of a spouse 211. The scriptures 212. A 13 year old Sunday School class who makes me smile 213. Playing in the dirt so that someday a garden will grow Cynthia says: 214. Sunshine after days of rain 215. Tall cedar trees 216.  A cozy fire on a cold day 217. Loving eyes 218. Constancy 219. The word YES 220. Laughing children 221. The purr of a cat 222. A loving man who keeps gas in my car 223. A sweet, funny chocolate lab 224. Friends who are far away and close iin heart 225. A Dad who never stops caring 226. Kindness Morgana says: 227. Western Massachusetts (the Pioneer Valley and Hampshire College specifically) 228. Circus friends 229. My hat collection 230. Tea 231. Huge, long-lasting hugs 232. Stripes and polka-dots 233. Art supplies 234. Silent comedies 235. My good health 236. Giving the perfect gift 237. My very, very best friend 238. Endless possibilities Natalie says: 239. Living in Rhode Island 240. Colts Park at sunset 241. Del’s Lemonaide on a hot day 242. Fireworks on a hot summers night 243. Meeting new friends 244. Thunderstorms 245. Candle light Bruce says: 246. Nature 247. Food 248. Family 249. Books 250. Meditating Dane says: 251. America 252. Freedom 253. Nieces and nephews Michele B. says: 254. Meeting a good friend unexpectedly at church 255. A temporarily empty house, and knowing that all my family is where they are supposed to be, doing what they are supposed to be doing. 256. A great outdoor pool within walking distance 257. Children who are old enough to allow me to swim laps in said pool unencumbered 258. Children who aren’t embarrassed- or at least hide it well- to go to the pool with their mom 259. The ability to swim, and the calming effect that it has. 260. Dinner waiting in the slow cooker 261. A food storage room with the food to fill the slow cooker, as well as the wonderful family members 262. That will gather around my table to enjoy the meal. 263. A family that likes, for the most part, my cooking 264. A daughter that takes all her siblings, one at a time, to visit her in California, because she values them and wants to build eternal relationships 265. A husband who loves me, appreciates me, and calls me “sexy” as a nickname 266. Friends and family who don’t faint when my husband of 20 years calls me “sexy” in front of them 267. A chance to ponder my blessings Mary says: 268. Our “Drive Free Cars” account (I found the idea on Dave Ramsey’s website.) 269. Fall gardens… Lori says: 270. Receiving a postcard Lisa says: 271. Email jokes from my best friend from far away 272. A husband who loves me so much he finds it hard to say no to me! 273. A beautiful granddaughter to wake with hugs and kisses each morning, and a wonderful grandson to look forward to 274. Wonderful children who don’t mind lots of hugs 275. Our gorgeous, sunny Okanagan valley 276. A good, hot cup of tea at the end of a hard night at work 277. Sunsets and sunrises (I can never decide which I like best!) 278. A frozen storm rolling in from the north 279. Hot chocolate and grilled cheese sandwiches when the wind is howling outside 280. Having my whole family together for holiday meals Emily says: 281. A baby who sleeps through the night! 282. Children who are old enough to clean up after themselves. 283. A husband who puts his family first. Nikki says: 284. A Texas sunset 285. Giggles from my grandchildren 286. Letters or emails from my Marine 287. The smell of babies out of the bath 288. Texts from my girls 289. Being blessed with 2 precious daughter-in-laws 290. Trout fishing with my husband on the river Jessica says: 291.  My decision to not sign the “Do Not Resuscitate” order 10 years ago. 292. The 10-year-old, 12-inch-long scar on my Sternum; which declares: “SHE SURVIVED”. 293. Every moment with my only Son, every day since then, for the last 10 years. Kathy says: 294. New jobs 295. Laughter 296. Quiet mornings Shannon says: 297. The sweet words of “mama”. There are no better words in the English language. 298. The sweet smell of dew that lets you know that pretty soon, little bulbs will be poking their head out of the ground. WeeKnit says: 299. Raspberry butter on fresh hot rolls. 300. The ability to recall the words to the Hokey Pokey (even after laying dormant in my brain for years) so that I can easily join in with the kindergarteners. 301. My 3-year old, who despite her speech delays, spontaneously blurts that she loves mom. 302. My 6-year old birthday girl who proclaims that she is going to take her mommy to Hawaii with her birthday money. Jillian says: 303. A Mom who loves her children Lyndi says: 304. A little girl who can talk a LOT! 305. Gift cards waiting to be used 306. Menus to help me stay on track 307. Having the means to get everything on the shopping list and then some 308. Coupon, Discount and Deal-a-Day sites that help me get great deals on places and things I love 309. Family that are Friends 310. Friends that are Family 311. A Husband who works hard, takes good care of us and never complains about it. 312. Movies coming to the theater to look forward to. 313. The Sun making an appearance after a really snowy day. 314. A bag of Sour Patch Kids making their way down the row to me at the theater. 315. Nachos 316. Facebook 317. Getting organized 318. Newly hung shelves 319. Scrapbook pages 320. Pirates 321. Redbox 322. Just Dance 2 323. Mario, Princess Peach, Koopas, Boo, Chomp and the whole gang! Pattyann says: 324. For a husband who loves me, and lets me be myself 325. All my sweet children and for my beautiful grand-children. April says: 326. 3-year-old learning to play hide-and seek 327. Letter-writing opportunities 328. Successful business 329. New art paper 330. Hard-working husbands 331. A great blog by my mom 332. All my beautiful grandbabies that aren’t actually babies anymore!! 333. This amazing, lovely, ridiculous Mother’s day gift that was bestowed on me by one of my kids. 334. A sweet, shy, tender little kitty that runs ahead of me to make sure the porch is completely safe before we venture out. 335. An open-faced egg salad sandwich…or two in the afternoon. Yum. 336. A rousing game of 5 Crowns with the family. It’s one of the few games they play that I actually…you know…get without too much hand holding. 337. A pretty little sign that gets to the point quite nicely. I mean…if you’re going to tell someone to scram, how cool is it if you can be polite about it? 338. A big sister and her baby brother. 339. Just the right card from one of my other kids. “Believe me.” Haha. 340. Family vollyball. Watching it…not playing it..as the sun goes down.

341. Ultra brave restaurant taste testers.

342. Deep thinking reading buddies.

343. Sweet, gentle pumpkin curls.

344. The magical ability to recover an ice cube before mama catches you.

345. Three little monkeys—NOT jumping on the bed.

346. Kathy says, “So fun! I am loving the cooler air and the leaves changing and falling to the ground.”

347. Girl talk under a parasol.

348. People who know what a properly devised New Year’s party should look like.

349. Kissy-face babies.

350. Having your very own magical broomstick–just in case.

351. Any recipe that says “top with Freetos.”

352. Incredible things to come (thanks, Kristen!).

353. Winning the jackpot.

354. What the fashionable fellows are wearing in Siberia these days…look out Bald Kid.

Kathy says, 355. “I am thankful for a good workout that reminds you that you are alive.” Lynnette says, 356. “Cold mornings and blankets to wrap up in. 357. Fabric to turn into scripture bags. 358. Enough Symphony bars to still make one more batch of fudge. 359. Sweet daughters who practice nearly everyday and bring wonderful music into our home.” Lyndi says, 360. “A safe, warm house on a cold winter day. 361. A sweet little girl who is getting good at saying “Ok Mom!” 362. A working dishwasher. 363. Storage tubs, shoe boxes and jars to organize with. 364. Coupons to my favorite store. 365. Gift cards to use instead of money.” Becca says, 366. I’m grateful that I made the blog! (or that pics from my party did, but still, I’m counting it)

367. Finding a new, zero-calorie, donut shop in town.

368. Watching a friendly path beaten to our front door.

369. A stack to sort that was formerly…my closet.

370. My very first attempt at Steamed Chocolate Pudding–with Caramel Sauce…OooooOOOooh.

371. A little girl who loves patterns and fabric just like her mama.

372. Seeing some of the best toys in the world coming around a second time.

373. Finding a very special note–just for me–on my desk, from a cute little Chompy.

374. Getting very close to the end of a particularly favorite project.

376. Great big trees and teeny tiny girls.

377. Being asked to make the family favorite slippers…again, only this time, in blue.

378. A rainbow just appearing from out of nowhere.

379. Figuring out the REAL reason some kids love soccer.

380. Third generation Good & Plenty lovers–such wise children.

381. Sorting through all the holiday goodie leftovers.

382. Being so magically close.

383. Sewing new winter Pixie Hats in case we see a pixie!

Kathy says, 384. A bunch of new craft ideas floating in my head waiting to get out! Lyndi says, 385. Waking up and seeing that it’s earlier than I thought it was! 386. Cream cheese! 387. Hearing my little one learning lots of new words! 388. Seeing things from someone else’s perspective! 389. Finally feeling better! Amy says, 390.  When my husband helps me clean the bathrooms!! 391. Snow in the South, because everything closes down, and we take life a bit slower! Lynnette says, 392. Books and learning something new – like how to make chocolate pudding cake. 393. Creating something new and pretty or useful with my own hands. 394. Web cam and being able to play games with little boys thousands of miles away. 395. History and stories from it – imagining myself in a different place and time.

396. The covert, aspiring photographer we have at our place.

397. Reconnecting with my best friend- “Berni” after a few months.

398. The new love of my life at the Sweet Tooth Fairy. Holy smokes.

399. The latest pirate girl fashion.

400. Chompy’s new pals–Caillou and Gilbert.

401. My first taste of “Hoppin’ John,” a great New Year’s dish of black-eyed peas, rice and ham. Dang fine.

402. Finishing all the paperwork. Now please, please everyone pray that the new passport gets here in time for the Bald Kid to enter the MTC–or he’ll be set back about 6 weeks!

403. Beloved batter fingers–any day of the week.

Kathy says 404.  “Naps. We had a bad night last night with the littlest one not sleeping very well.” Tracy says 405. “Chuck E Cheese tonight!!  Pictures to come… ” Lyndi says 406. “A weekly menu… it’s really helping me pay attention to what we eat and make better choices!  407. Just Dance 2… a fun way to dance off some baby weight! 408. Clear skies and the shining sun… even if they won’t last long because it’s January.”

409.  I’m pretty close to being in love with–and certainly grateful for– the UPS man…or maybe it’s just the truck.

410. Having a daughter that can machine quilt my sewing projects like some kind of magical pro.

411. My sweet kitties–Beany and Jiff–who utterly refuse to sleep somewhere other than my bed. ~sigh…

412. Homemade potato salad, made the right way. You know, with my mom’s recipe, only I added chopped pickles.

413. The greatest creation in the cookie decorating world since sugar sprinkles. I mean it.

413. A boy with a very new suit…who is leaving soon.

414. for a sweet, clever daughter that can add her own twist to a fashion statement.

415. For an “Uncle Dane” that can take a few simple props and turn them into a magic castle tent for Chompy.

416. that my hand is healing very nicely…thank you. Now where’s that crochet hook?

417. that a smile from this little dude can soothe an achy heart.

418. that a good book at bedtime is still a wonderful diversion.

419. that my sister is doing that “happily ever after” thing.

420. to come to this beautiful place with all 5 of my dear children…who aren’t actually children…anymore.

421. that someday…someday…I will take such a picture again.

Kathy says, 422. I am grateful for new jobs, laughter, and quiet mornings. April says, 423. 3-year-old learning to play hide-and seek 424. Letter-writing opportunities 425. Successful business 426. New art paper 427. Hard-working husbands 428. A great blog by my mom  (keep it up, forget the other stuff)

Shannon says,

429. I am grateful for the sweet words of “mama”. There are no better words in the English language. 430. For the sweet smell of dew that lets you know that pretty soon, little bulbs will be poking their head out of the ground. WeeKnit says, 431. Raspberry butter on fresh hot rolls. 432. The ability to recall the words to the Hokey Pokey (even after laying dormant in my brain for years) so that I can easily join in with the kindergarteners. 433. My 3-year old, who despite her speech delays, spontaneously blurts that she loves mom. 434. My 6-year old birthday girl who proclaims that she is going to take her mommy to Hawaii with her birthday money. Jillian says, 435. For a Mom who loves her children  Lyndi says, 436. A little girl who can talk a LOT! 437. Gift cards waiting to be used 438. Menus to help me stay on track 439. Having the means to get everything on the shopping list and then some 440. Coupon, Discount and Deal-a-Day sites that help me get great deals on places and things I love 441. Family that are Friends 442. Friends that are Family 443. A Husband who works hard, takes good care of us and never complains about it. 444. Movies coming to the theater to look forward to. 445. The Sun making an appearance after a really snowy day. 446. A bag of Sour Patch Kids making their way down the row to me at the theater. 447. Nachos 448. Facebook 449. Getting organized 450. Newly hung shelves 451. Scrapbook pages 452. Pirates 453. Redbox 454.Just Dance 2 455. Mario, Princess Peach, Koopas, Boo, Chomp and the whole gang! Lois says, 456. all my sisters Lynnette says, 457. Walking into the kitchen this morning, after the windows had been open all night, to that crisp cold feeling that says fall is coming. 458. Full bottles on the shelves with more tomatoes and vegies in the garden. 459. The smiles of three beautiful righteous young ladies that go off to do good everyday. 460. History books waiting and ready for me to delight in. Lyndi says, 461. graham crackers 462. gift cards waiting to be used 463. cooler days 464. vitamins and natural remedies 465. sweet kids who love to play together Pattyann says, 466. For a husband who loves me, and lets me be myself, 467. For all my sweet children 468. For my beautiful grand-children.

469. Sparrows to share lunch breadcrumbs with…

470. Letting a toddler pick the movie…

471. A girl with discriminating taste…

472. A basket full of yarn…

473. Pretty things at a sidewalk sale…

474. The very idea…

475. Giant blue heads…

476. Shamrocks popping up everywhere.

Pattyann says, 477. Second chances Kathy says, 478. That my friend’s dreams are coming true. Lynnette says, 479. That my college girl is home for 5 whole days! Jillian says, 480. That I got to work 4 minutes earlier than normal because that means there weren’t any accidents to slow us down! LyndiLou says, 481. That there are finally flowers and plants perking up because it’s getting warmer. 482. That there’s more sunshine. 483. That sometimes a jacket will do instead of a big coat. 484. Your blog! Teresa says, 485. for the sweet encouraging words on Gracious Rain! 486.  for ann voskamp and the way she tells of God’s love so faithfully. 487. for my husband and his Multiple Sclerosis…I don’t want to be thankful, but I am to be thankful in everything. there is a reason for his suffering. I just may not find out what it is on this earth. Lynnette says, 488.  for enduring friendships – and for those that still love me, even though they know all about me. 489.  the blessing it is to run up and down the stairs several times to get sleepy girls up, because in a few hours a certain Dr and I will meet in the OR and after he’s through with my ankle I won’t be able to do that for awhile. Kathy says, 490. for warm weather that is peeking it’s head around the corner. 491. for a warm and comfy house that keeps me safe from the outside world. Carrol says, 492. for my family. They brighten me each and every day. Marie says, 493. for my family. They keep my life interesting and make it meaningful. Lyndi says, 494.  for events, activities, holidays and celebrations to look forward to! Mrs. Mordecai says, 495. for my family’s good health and for modern medicine. Lorie E says, 496. for good people like you who are willing to share their sad times and their happy times and their talents with all of us. 497.  for music that can touch the heart when nothing else can. Tracy says, 498. for knowing my North South East and West.  Jillian says, 499. for comfortable high heels. Some days you just need to get a little dressy, and it’s so much more fun when the shoes are cute AND comfy  Pattyann says, 500.  for a loving Heavenly Father who believes in giving us second chances. Lois K Parry says, 501. for all the blessings that Heavenly Father pours out upon me each day. 502. for a lot of kind and loving children, nieces and nephews for all their assistance in moving us not once, but twice! From our old home to storage, then from Storage to our new home. 503. for a loving husband who puts up with me. 504. for a sister who doesn’t know me well, but who does wonderful things for everyone around her. She brightens my day. Christina says, 505. for my new daughter Elizabeth and the joy she brings into our lives. Jan K says, 506. for HypnoBirthing…that introduced me to YOU! 507. for the zoo–we had a great and beautiful outing with the kids today! 508. for safe missionaries in Japan and Thailand and all over the world! 509. for the joy my kids find in “coloring rocks!” 510. for internet and the ability to reach corners of the world with a mere click. 511. snuggly babies and babies that suck their thumbs…it is so cute! 512. for yummy recipes that inspire me to cook and bake! 513.  for faithful visiting teachers! 514. for whoever invented the combination of chocolate, nuts and caramel! 515.  for beautiful music! 516. for bedtime stories and reading books to my kids! Jo Taylor says, 517. for family and friends! Pattyann says, 518. for the things my trials teach me. Rich says, 519. for technology that makes my long-distance relationship with my wonderful Swedish wife possible (and actually DOable!). Laura J says, 520. for my cute kids that keep me going :c) 521. for a vehicle to drive so that I don’t have to ride my bike in city traffic! 522. that I have a backyard to play in. Really, I could type ALL night. Lisa says, 523. Unbelievable friends that rally with love in good times and hard times  Kati says, 524. for dreams coming true… and always dreaming about something new 525. that you are one of my oldest friends. And yes, we are old. But we are marvelous!!! WeeKnit says, 526. for my two girls that have brought my life a more meaningul existance. Katrina A says, 527. for friends who stuck by me during the bad times! Sandi C says, 528. When I see my spring daffodils smiling at me each time I walk out my front door, I am so grateful for the beauty of the world God created for us to enjoy! Laurel says, 529. I’m thankful for paint. Kelly W says, 530. for the buds that are popping out once again on all the trees and the flowers pushing up through the ground. 531.  that my military son made it back safely from dangerous deployments. 532. Even though I may be too young to be a grandma, or at least that’s what I tell myself  I am SOOO totally thankful for my 3 super grandkids. Teresa B says, 533.  for the weekend! 534. for my sweet nieces and nephews…does love get any sweeter? 535. for the sun shining outside my window, making sun light rays across the living room 536. for two cars that run and rarely ever break down! 537. for yard sales that make money for missions trips 538. for YOUR great recipes that YOU post on Gracious Rain! 539. for a GOD who meets the needs that I have before I even ask HIM! Sarah G says, 540. for good friends, who see you through the bad times and share the happy times. A few years ago I met a very special lady who has since become a very special friend and will be forever. Since coming to my life she has been a great tower of strength and every day I am thankful for the blessing of her and my other friends. Kelly W says, 541. for the ability to put food on the table 542. that there are leftovers and all I have to do today is warm ’em up and I don’t have to cook.  Amy L says, 543. for my amazing husband who puts up with so much from me!!! Love him to bits  544.  to have three healthy amazing kids that are so patient and forgiving of our mistakes! Spending time with them is the best! 545. to have a warm bed to climb into at night! Kelly W says, 546.  that you have this blog that I can come to on a daily basis because I so enjoy it. I love the photos you post and the comments and/or quotes that you put with them. Lynnette says, 547. for conference talks about being patient because laying on my back in pain and not being very good with crutches and not being able to take care of my family is no fun. 548. for good books to take our minds away from our own troubles and teach us to be more grateful. Jan K says, 549.  for inspiring words! 550. for yummy cookbooks and recipes! 551. for fun crafts that make me want to get creative! 552. for family traditions! 553.  for cinnamon rolls on Saturday mornings! Teresa B says, 554. that no one was hurt in the storm that just passed through. 555. or husband’s good check-up with the MS doctor. 556. that God knows the answers even when I don’t. 557. that we have doctors who can diagnose “came on quickly” ear infections 558. for electricity being on after the storm Lynnette says, 559. for sweet girls to pick up the slack of a mom who doesn’t move very fast right now. 560. for a sweet daughter and her girls who went out of their way for a visit, hugs, and cast signing! Lyndi says, 561. to live in a home that keeps me safe and warm when it unexpectedly starts snowing!  Rachael says, 562. for my parents inviting me back into their warm abode and starting life all over again in a new college, a new environment and learning how it’s like being home again after such a long time. Teresa B says, 563. that the dishwasher has been fixed! two weeks without a dishwasher…bleh. 564.  for a ballet teacher who teaches my rascals – all four of them! 565. for precious baby eyelashes and tiny baby feet 566. that the bomb scare at my mother’s workplace did not hurt anyone. 567.  for a son with aspergers…I don’t understand him, but I know that God does. 568.  for a husband who wants to take me out for dinner after a really hard day Kelly W says, 569. that God has let me continue to have my mom here with me. She’s lived longer than anyone in her family and I feel TOTALLY blessed for that. 570. for the years I was able to have my little brother in my life. This Friday marks the 2nd anniversary of his passing at the young age of 41 but in those years he touched many lives. Just shows we never know what God’s plan is, and I’m thankful that He gave us the time we had. 571. for the weather we had today, though it was raining……beacuse it was helping to sprout all the plants and flowers that are just waiting to burst through!!  Teresa B says, 572. for all the blogs that I read and all the information that people are willing to share about themselves and their struggles! 573. for my flannel sheets and fluffy down comforter 574. for the “wealthy” lady who no longer smocks for her girls, but decided to pass along her STASH of FAB fabrics to someone else! SCORE! 575.  for the friend of the “wealthly” lady who thought of me when the unused fabric was offered!!! 576. for my son’s soccer practice Kelly W says, 577. for being able to warm myself back up with a nice HOT shower. Now I can read all my favorite blogs without shivering. HURRY UP spring!!!  Kim says, 578.  for my laptop so that I can visit all my favorite blogs. Like Gracious Rain! Kristen says, 579. I’m so grateful for my husband! 580. I’m very grateful for my daughter! 581. I’m grateful for my house! 582. I’m grateful for giveaways! 583. I’m grateful for giveaways! 584. I’m grateful for friends! 585. for my family! 586.  for my beliefs! 587.  for all four seasons! 588.  for the mountains! 589.  for my talents! 590.  for good books! 591.  for cell phones! 592. Every time I take a hot shower, I am grateful for the hot, clean water running over my body and recognize my privileged life. 593.  for functional toilets. 594.  for a roof that doesn’t leak anymore and walls that keep out the worst of the wind and the cold. 595. that the most likely reason I might have to go hungry is my own indecisiveness. 596. for deliciously chubby baby legs. 597. Toothless baby grins. 598. for my baby who practically came out knowing how to smile. 599.  for a smart daughter who reads too quickly like her parents. 600.  to be able to buy my girls frivolous Easter dresses and gifts. 601.  for a husband who is hilarious, kind, rational, and my best friend. Charles says, 602. for summersaults with my kids. 603. for the mornings that I wake up at 5 refreshed and ready to work out. 604. for the days when I sleep in WAAAAAY past reasonable and totally skip working out. 605.  for friends who probably still like me even though I’m a total homebody. 606. My beautiful, comfortable, easy-to-drive, Safety Top Pick car protects my little family all around town. 607. My jade plant cuttings from Arizona are thriving and even growing new leaves in spite of the dismal dark Utah days since they came home in February. Charles says, 608. I’m glad that I have a wife who keeps me on the straight and narrow. Kristen says, 609. My baby’s first-time-riding-in-the-swing-at-the-park-giggles. 610. Being able to afford adorable sneakers for a baby that will outgrow them all too soon. 611. Cactus. They just want to be loved! 612. Foot rubs from a long-suffering husband that are better than a professional massage. 613. Bernina 930’s. Enough said. 614. My sweet, soft, familiar bed. 615. Food that I didn’t have to make or plan. 616. My sweet, soft, familiar bed. 617. The eastern mountains that seem to cuddle up to me and keep me safe. 618. Reuniting with a brilliant old friend. 619. Re-imagined fairy tales that amuse and soothe me. 620. Red chickens hunting bugs in green grass. 621. Each night, just before falling asleep, the warm assurance that my babies are tucked safely in their beds. 622. Walking through Target alone. 623. to live near an excellent Indian food restaurant to appease my addiction. 624. Yarn to keep my hands busy. Blogs that show me how to use that yarn. 625.  to breathe clearly. Breathing is awesome! 626. Cats that deign to sit on my lap. 627. Finding the perfect fabric for my daughter’s (or niece’s) monthly/holiday pillowcase. On sale. 628. Libraries that allow you to temporarily revel in acquiring without the burden of perpetual storage. 629. The exquisite silkiness of my newborn’s neck against my arm. 630. Brand new makeup. 631.  how different my daughters are. 632. Messy baby curls. 633. Messy baby curls. 634. for a six-year-old who thinks I should have a prize for driving her to school and her extracurriculars. Teresa B says, 635. for the mulch deliverers bringing LOTS of mulch today! 636. l that God alone knows whether or not my womb will ever hold another baby. 637.  that Easter is almost upon us! 638.  for all the homeschool materials and information that are so readily available. 639.   for heirloom sewing 640.  for minkydot fabric to make snuggly baby blankets out of. 641.  for my precious Saviour who has never forsaken me and has forgiven all my sin! 642.  for a patient, kind husband who puts up with and encourages me through all my fears. Kristen says, 643. for entertainment! 644. for water! 645. for medicine! 646. for my computer! 647. for animals. 648. for you. Lori E says, 649.  for an unselfish husband. 650.  to be a grandma to a sweet little boy. Teresa B says, 651. I’m thankful for ALL the people who shared what they’re thankful for!!  652. Grapefruit flavored…anything. I LOVE grapefruit!!! 653. This little kitty who just sits and watches me work at my computer…sweet little thing. 654. The beautiful flags that were giving out freely at the Summerfest parade. 655. Ridiculous stickers that honestly belong on my water bottle. 656.  Super lame earrings that can easily and quickly be turned into a perfect, patriotic necklace. So there. 657. Finding a hidden note in my sewing bag from a sneaky, adorable granddaugher. 658. Watching Project Hail Mary for the 2nd time and crying even harder than the first time. Oh, my gosh–I love this movie! 659. Finding mountains of yarn –one of my favorite things to sort. 660. Finding an actual shoebox full of embroidery floss–another one of my favorite things to sort. More on that later. 661. Having a no-time-frame crochet project in my To-Go bag, at all times.

662. A couple of local crazies with a set of brand new maracas.

663. New Springy headband colors coming to the Shop very soon. :}

664. The prettiest little clothespins you’ve ever laid eyes on.

665. A page of the absolutely coolest postage stamps I’ve ever-ever seen.

666. Easter egg candy at my fingertips…as it should be.

667. Another storm rolling in for the third time today–it’s pretty soggy around here!

668. Strawberry Jam Squares instead of Birthday cake. Good idea Jillian.

669. Buttons that just holler “Springtime!” Now…where to use them. Hmmmm…

670. The perfect grown-up “sippy.” Hee hee…

671. A bitty girl who sees the world from exactly the right perspective.

672. My very favorite “peeps.”

673. My silly boy immortalized in…cotton—so nobody forgets him. Isn’t he just so CUTE?

674. Pretty little barrettes on a pretty little ladybug.

675. The Springy-est colors on the face of earth.

676. A guy who can dance…anywhere…anytime…for any reason.

677. A table full of pure heaven. No, there aren’t any left. Sorry.

678. A girl with her priorities straightened out.

679. A sweet card from a boy down the road…who shall remain name-less. Ok, ok–it’s from the artist-formerly-known-as-the-bald-kid.

680. A tiny guy who is perfectly secure in his manliness–when he’s “bein’ the dad.”

Lynnette says, 681. Thunder clouds and a few more days of warm soup 682. knowing that spring really will come and a garden can be planted to enjoy incredible fresh vegetables with extra to fill the shelves again. Kathy says, 683. A few hours of quiet during the day. 684. fabric to create. 685. a warm house. Kelly W says, 686.  YOUR BLOG! 687. My 3 grandkids that can bring out smiles bigger than life itself…..just by being here but especially when they’re headed home and I get “an extra” hug as they go out the door. 688. watching my kids raising their kids. 689. The “new spring” landscapes God has been busy making for us!!!! Lyndi says, 690. Baby Chomp and the DS. That’s too funny! 691. The Sun shining after it’s been gone for a LONG time. 692. Having awesome family and friends so close by. 693. Being able to easily stay in touch with faraway family and friends. 694. Leftover Easter candy. Kathy says, 695. that in a couple of hours I get to take a nap. 696.  that it is the last day of school for my girls today. Bring on summer! 697. great family and friends that love my little one almost as much as I do!  698.  a beautiful day full of sunshine yesterday, to help me get through more soggy days to come. 699. to have tickets to see Kid History’s new installment of goofiness. 700. the ridiculous brand new snow on the foothills–one day before June…   701. the people who matter most to me–the ones right here, and the ones just a breath away   702. the beautiful flowers…always, always–the beautiful flowers… 703. the ones who love this day along with me… 704. the sharing among friends…   705. the tender moments that help little ones know who they really are…   706. the rain that fell just as we were leaving…   707. the hail that fell just as the rain was leaving… 708. the beautiful idea that there is a day such as this, set aside…to remember.

709.   Our lovey mountains…covered with new snow…in June… Wow.

710. A tired boy with a grumpy old cat on his lap. Look fast because this scene won’t happen twice. :}

711. Sweet baby kisses for mommy.

712. The most comfy socks ever invented.

713. A couple of kids with a couple of juice pops.

714.  Knowing that he’s serving others…

while he’s far, far away from home.

715. Having the luxury of an afternoon nap…in a nice, quiet place.

716. The never-ending lists, and figures, and call backs, and to do’s that it takes…

to pull off an event like our Harry Potter Pre-show Party.

717. Seeing a pretty pink bow on a curly little head.

718. Stumbling upon a still loved, nearly ancient, baby monkey

719. Catching a couple of silly heads–pretending to be asleep.

720. At last, picking a handful of berries that the Robins didn’t find first.

721. Watching two little friends play for an hour with just a piece of ribbon.

722. Holding two tickets to a new play at the Hale Theater–woohooo!

723. Working on a new quilting project–that I’m determined to finish. No, no…I mean it this time.

724. Sharing retro wax drink bottles with a new generation of little people.

725. Finding out that pretend friends can actually be very real.

726. Peaches…again…and for as long as we can get them. Today may just be a jam day. We’ll see.

727. T-shirt yarn to make some lovely projects with–you’ll see…very soon!  :}

728. Pine cones…they’re everywhere! We gather them up and do our noble best to save them as fire-starters–but they just keep coming back. Do you suppose they grow up from the concrete?

729. Firewood—since that mighty wind came along and huffed and puffed and blew the fence down. Thank goodness for the strong and sturdy fellows that gathered and stacked it all.

730. Blueberries…by the busload, whipped into so many lovely things–stay tuned.

731. Pretty girls with watering cans to help our thirsty garden.

732. Finger puppets from WeeKnit–and we haven’t even gotten out our Halloween and Christmas ones yet!

733. The tail end of our gorgeous summer flowers–showing off, I suppose, one last time before they sleep for a while.

Lyndi says. 734.  an abundance of great family and friends!  Kristen says, 735.  Books. Lots and lots of books.

736. A two year old who loves her kitty more than she fears getting an occasional reminder that sometimes pets wear an invisible “do not disturb” sign around their necks.

737. This gentle little lady who sits patiently till the blue guy leaves and then waits until all the little birds come back–before hopping down to join them. So sweet.

738. Yesterday’s pretty clouds that rained just enough to give us…

739. this beautiful rainbow.

740. That I was smart enough to take a picture of last season’s football donuts from Krispy Kreme, that the new guy behind the counter said he’d never heard of. Hmph.

741. That we have one of the biggest games of the year on Saturday–a sort of “Holy War,” if you will.

742.  Loyal fans Lois says, 743. I really enjoy looking at your photography. 744. Rainbows are one of my favorite things.

745. This cute little lady whose on her way out the door–again–headed to Ireland.

746. Finding out that the Citronella candles that I found on the discount aisle really truly keep the bugs away.

747. This ancient man cat that is actually sooo old that we can’t figure out how old he actually is.

748. Finding out that going yeast and sugar free–for a while–still leaves a ton of scrumptious choices.

749. Watching some guy who I thought was pruning trees at the library, only to find that he was–in actuality–putting up CHRISTMAS LIGHTS!!

750. My brand new, beautiful, amazing Chicken Coop.

751. Gathering more stuff to add to the latest care package for our boy in Siberia.

752. Realizing, just today that Irish Soda Bread doesn’t have any yeast in it. Hallelujah!

753. Watching all this lovely rain that landed on us in the valley which meant…

754.  all of this was landing on those pretty mountains.

Kathy says, 755. A crockpot working away at tonight’s dinner.  Lyndi says, 756. I love that it’s time for layers!!!  757. I love that you figured out that yummy bread for us all to eat and that you share so well! 758. I love finding letters in the mailbox that have a hand-written address on them, so you know they’re from a REAL person! Jillian says, 759.  Christmas light preparations on Temple Square 760. The rain over here in Ireland

761. A big, huge box of protein and Christmasy goodness about to be whisked away to the other side of the world…for the Siberia boy who I love so much and miss so deeply.

762. A rainbow of much loved color to spark my imagination in the crocheting department.

763. A new pile of books about sewing and cooking and blogging and crocheting that should keep me very busy for months, and months, and months.

764. A wild, sleepy, ancient, 100 year old kitty.

765. A few happy decorations to brighten up a certain wall in Russia…if it gets there in time!

766. A glorious pile of brand new magazines to inspire my wander-lusting brain.

767. A cute, little Eskimo finger puppet from WeeKnit. It’s suppose to be the Bald Kid trying to keep warm.

768. Playing with paint swatches and trying with all my might to pick just the right colors for the modern classic chicken coop.

769. The enormous pumpkin bounty–hee hee–from our garden.

770. Homemade tortilla chips…baked, not fried.

771. Our living “paper doll.”

772. A busload of lovely, amazing, magnamonious–made that last word up–movie tickets.

773. This pretty little–or not so pretty and not so little–composter, that’s about to become my very best friend…and the garden’s too.

774. When Tink borrows Minnie’s gloves for the ball. Yeow.

775. The beautiful Autumn leaves right outside the window.

776. The perfect, most scrumptious way to capture a ghost…a marshmallow one, that is.

777. The house I dream about in my sleep.

778. A lady and her kitty…for the moment…until she breaks free.

Lynnette says, 779. My amazing blender so I can make healing smoothies for those with sore throats and stuffy noses. 780. An amazing husband who toiled over our garden all summer and harvested wonderful potatoes, carrots, beats, green beans, several variety of squash and enough tomatoes and peppers to fill every bottle I had full of salsa. 781. Sweet chickens who give us eggs everyday. 782. My wonderful girls who fill our home with the most beautiful music you’ve ever heard. 783. The conference edition of the Ensign to give me words of hope and encouragement. Tracy says, 784.  Supportive friends 785. Fast internet 786. Healthy kids 787. Desonide cream 788. A smart husband 789. An AWESOME MOM Lyndi says, 790. *apples 791. *clean water 792. *warm, clean water for my shower 793. *changing seasons Mark says, 794. I am very grateful for a sister-in-law who has a sensitive heart and soul. She is a very important person in my life. You’re a “gem” of great worth. May the Lord bless and help you continue to find the simple joys in life and sharing them with all of us. i apologize for not telling you this sooner. Have a great day! Ellen says, 795.  I’m thankful that I will not be raking this Fall, as my only trees here in Arizona are palm trees.

796. That “Bob the Tomato” from Veggie Tales is actually cuter drawn on a MagnaDoodle than he is in real life–depending on the artist.

797. It’s much easier to type in a cold basement if you have these glorious fingerless gloves from Amy.

798.   this old, turn-of-the-century farm house that just makes my heart pound right out of my chest–rock foundation, root cellar, “gingerbread” and all.

~799. A willow tree that is very generous with the leaves–which should make incredible garden compost…

800.  a very, very happy son…

801. …with a very, very happy fiance’–woooohooo!!

802. That Miss Chompy has a bright future…with the circus.

803. The big and small helpers that make up our Christmas light brigade.

804. The sweet, ancient ornaments that come out this time of year and are handled so tenderly so that somehow they will last forever.

805. The Christmas bowls that magically appear and are quickly dubbed the “only way to eat cereal in December” by the male population of the household.

806. The indoor lights that are left to me and my packaging tape.

807. The crochet hooks and Peaches and Cream yarn that seem to be fused to my hands these days.

808. The lovely Christmas countdown chain–from Somebody’s Stuff–that was made to be torn away each day but is far too pretty to meet such a fate.

809. The trees that seem to be trying–with all their might to get into the spirit of the season.

810. The snow that obediently fell when April stomped her foot and declared that she “must have snow for her birthday!”

811. The brand-new stocking for the brand-new sweetheart in our world–made with the very last scrap of red sock velour, that I’ve held on to for some strange reason…all these years.

Kelly W says, 812. knowing all of my decorating is done 813. the fact that I have a great lady’s (even though I don’t know her) blog to read each day. 814. the love that shines through this blog that you have for ALL of your family. Tracy says, 815. I love our Christmas tree!! Jenny says, 816.  when we make Hoska-Bohemian Christmas Bread. April says, 817. I love the UPS man showing up at my house nearly every day 818. the white twinkly lights that I can’t get enough of all over my house. 819. purchasing the *perfect* gifts for those I love. 820.  I love the ability to control the elements. Heh. Lynnette says, 821. making divinity Lyndi says, 822.  every part of Christmas… I’m SO excited! Jenny says, 823. the Nutcracker April says, 824. a cinnamon roll on christmas morning tradition. Amy L says, 825. driving around with big ol’ mugs of hot chocolate and looking at the Christmas lights on the homes in the foothills. Kelly W says, 826. watching A Christmas Story

827. ~A new batch of crocheting in the works with just the right combination of brights and softness to sooth my heart.

828. A crisp apple, some Christmas pistachios and a bowl of heavenly Greek yogurt.

829. A ton more inspirational patterns to dream about and find yarn for– all jumping around in my silly little head just waiting to leap out.

830. The warmest, most ridiculous, fleecy socks in the universe.

831. The lovely little sweetheart’s birthday that we just barely had and the one that we may celebrate today if our 4-year-old darlings can get past the sniffles and coughing enough to have their  party.

832. The age old dilemma–what to spread on the toast when there are too many incredible choices?

833. Discovering the many ways you can photograph a basket of bananas. Currently, I’ve found 9, thank you, very much.

834. A little dolly who knows how to share some of her most prized possessions with Grammy.

835. the little gray kitty who sleeps through it all.

Kathy says, 836.  My 1 week old little girl sleeping in my arms and my 2 1/2 yr. old playing nicely by herself.  Lyndi says, 837. That the weather is quite lovely lately… it’s cold, but not soggy & scary to drive in. 838. It’s pretty lovely to have a wiggly little growing baby that has a big sister that’s excited about the whole idea on a new little one coming soon!

839. ~our hourly visit from Flash Gordon…at least, I think that’s who it is.

840. ~a fabric stash that’s calling to me from the depths of the closet.

841. ~Cinnamon Sugar donut holes–a most wicked, dreadful treat, that should be eaten alone to be done properly.  Heh.

842. ~a soft, cuddly sleeper for the sweet new baby doll up the road a ways.

843. ~tossing a few lovely things into a skillet and having it turn out tasting beyond incredible.

844. finding a “Random Stripe Generator” at a site called Biscuits and Jam–to help with a fluffy little crochet project for the new soul coming soon.  :}

845. a quart of soup from one of my favorite places on the planet…and a loaf of asiago bread–that would like to remain anonymous–to go along with it.

846. finding that the sugary crumbs are nearly as good as the real thing…until mommy catches you.

Kathy says, 847.  My little baby turning 2 weeks old today and that she slept 6 hours straight last night.  Lyndi says, 848. All the fun events coming our way… 849. New little people to meet… 850. Waiting for snow, but enjoying the lack of ice…

851. Being close enough to touch one of the most beautiful buildings in the whole wide world…and actually touching it.

852. Seeing my cute little nephew finally-finally get to marry his sweetheart.

853. Finding a 12 pack of my very favorite candy bar–that comes clear from England–on Amazon for only $10…with free shipping. Yes, please. Click.

854. Hearing that Miss Jiff–“the mouse slayer” has earned her keep–this week.

855. Awww–our favorite fellow in the whole world~Jillian’s Uncle Andy…truly one of the very rarest of “good guys” left around.

856. Wrapping gifts for our “Prize Bags” the way a certain character probably would.

857. My cute little dashboard guardian polar bear that sort of glows-in-the-dark, as I drive home late at night–so I’m not afraid.

858. Just waiting…and waiting…and waiting.

Kathy says, 859. new packages of fabric that arrived a few days ago 860.  a sleeping baby 861. Girl Scout Cookies! April says, 862. my tulips popping out of the ground 863.  the awesome weather today 864. a few almost done quilts! Lyndi says, 865. seeing things from a 3 year old’s perspective. 866.  surprisingly sunny days that are warm enough to leave your coat home and not regret it. 867.  having family, immediate & extended, that are friends too 868.  I love food! 

869. A little lady-bug in a brand new, fluffy dress, finding a magical, Easter picture book in her basket…the same one I had when I was a girl.

870. The book that just might change my world a little bit…or a whole lot.

871. The little Jiff-kitty that would love to help me with the chicken project.

872. Seeing that my sweet-faraway boy knows how to dye Easter eggs, without a mom directing traffic…even in Siberia.

873. A simply-divine Easter treat–with the right brand, that is–which only April and I fully appreciate.

874. These gentle, tender souls who do their “jobs” and behave all day long…just for the promise of holding a little, mushy, sweet baby cousin.

875. Finding the tea cups from my long-since, packed-away dishes, just in time for some warm Peppermint tea.

876. real, live, honest-to-goodness honey from my daughter’s dear friends, who raise their own bees.

877. Having a pile of lightly salted peanuts right near the computer, as a more rational, welcome replacement for the Mini Eggs–and the sugar buzz–that have been kicking around here for the past few weeks.

878. Those squishy little baby toes that belong to that soft, fluffy baby.

Kathy says, 879. My 3 month old discovering she has a sweet belly chuckle 880.  3 big sisters that are so helpful to have around. Lyndi says, 881. watching siblings becoming best friends! 882.  the promise of warm days that are right around the corner. 883. It melts my heart knowing that I have an amazing family and good friends who are close by when I need them.

884.  That big bright Super-moon that we saw ultra-up-close the other night.

885. The very first lilac rose of the year–pretty little shy thing.

886. The garden all tilled and ready to plant–later this week…I hope.

887. He-man…fast asleep…wherever I am…again…

888.  his sister She-ra Princess of Power.

889.  That funny little plant that the Bald Kid named “Pandora” before he left.

890. A well placed stained glass birdy of some sort, shining and catching the light in my window. Finch, I think.

891. A brave little strawberry that’s just barely poking it’s head out.

892. A new project that will eventually entertain the little, soon-to-be-grabbing fingers that we have around here.

893. The sleepy bit of pixie dust that is ours to hold and bounce and pat and kiss…as long as he’ll let us.

Kathy says, 894. My 4 month old sleeping through the night 895.  my sprinklers being fixed. Lyndi says, 896.  upcoming holidays and other adventures. 897. the sunshine and the promise of warm days 898.  snow cones 899. Farmer’s Markets!

900. Flowers–living flowers, and even in my favorite color.

901. This gorgeous Willow Tree figurine called “Happiness.”

902. The manuscript of my very first book–retyped into the computer and all ready to publish on Kindle–very soon.

903. A beautiful fairy flower wind chime to hang on my bed–because wind chimes sound like fairies to me.

904. A perfect little Thor doll.

905. Pink mini roses, to go in between the two big bushes outside my bedroom window…as they should, so I can see them every day.

906. Blueberry everything because blueberry is the best!

907.  A gift card to see the Avengers with someone who hasn’t already seen it…if there is anyone.

908.  a Skype call with my sweet faraway boy in Siberia.

909.  to be surrounded by the ones I love, not only because they are mine-mine-mine, but also because they are and have always been my very best and dearest friends.

910. A little Magoo in Sunday duds.

911. A teeny, tiny bird cage on a chain with the door wide open–of course.

912. Getting all those sixty-five billion invitations organized and ready to ship out.

913. Parsley gone wild in the grow box from last year.

914. The pretty little garden, such as it is, from the back door.

915. That handsome boy again.

Lyndi says, 916.  Breadsticks 917.  Cinnamon Rolls 918. Blankets For Chilly Mornings 919. Siblings Who Are Friends 920. Watching Covert Operatives With Two Of My Favorite People 921. Scrapbooking Paper 922.  Caramel Sundaes 923. A Plate Full Of Sliced Fruit Just Waiting To Be Eaten

924. A girly-girl in sweet little Batman pajamas.

925. The first newlyweds are finally back from Texas, and they say Utah’s 103 degrees isn’t very hot.

926. Low imagination level cupcake decorating that surprisingly tasted very, very good.

927. A bunch of cute kids that are brave enough…

928. to dance their hearts out in a very crowded park.

929. Discovering that Incredible Fruit Pizza can indeed be made with whole wheat cookie crust.

930. A little dude that actually fell asleep on the floor…unprompted.

Teresa says, 931. Today is a beautiful day 932.  Daniel has finally ended his chicken pox quarantine. 933. Our nine cats are spreading like melted butter all over the house 934. The trees in the garden give amazing nap spots for the family Lynnette says, 935. that you WON the A List for best Blogger!!!!!!!!!!! Lyndi says, 936.  the great things you capture and save for us ALL through your blog.

937. a little girl and her boy…

938. an old, hobbley cat that still loves me…

939. my favorite colors all wound up in one pretty place…

940. a nearly pink chicken coop…minus the chickens…for now…

941. the view from my classroom parking lot…

942. watching a naughty pony swipe snacks from a baby stroller, when no on was looking…

943. sweet baby pants from an old Polo shirt…

944. making granny square sponge cubes for the little guy…

945. making our own water slide…

946. finally, finally finishing the afghan and sending it home with the newlyweds…

947. finding a sweet surprise on my computer from a very sweet daughter.

Rachael says, 948. Tried out a new homemade cookie recipe last night 949. letting my 3 yr old lick the spoon. 950. Training the new pup with some success! 951. Getting the washer fixed. 952. Meeting 2 new neighbors and sending them away with smiles and directions to my house. 953. A new art commission. 954.  I found out the Thanksgiving Point farmer’s market is on Fri evening so I am changing our FM day to accommodate that this week! Olga says, 955. I just finished making a hot pad following your pattern. Tracy says, 956. that my grateful list has never ended. 957. Everything reminds me of Africa. 958. The ENORMOUS POOL with “clean” water we have to swim in Lyndi says, 959. Road trips 960. Potential 961.  Peach shakes 962. Tophatter.com 963. Etsy 964. Back to School sales 965. End of Summer Days that are still perfectly beautiful and warm… but not heat-stroke-inducingly hot 966. Shoes comfortable enough to wear without socks 967. The Boulder’s Contagious Smile 968. Talking to Baby Chomp about calling her Miss Chomp or maybe just Chompy Chomp! 969.  YOU, My Awesome Mom! Jillian says, 970. Dimples in a baby’s hand.

971. some pretty little patterns that we picked up at the last Quilting Shop Hop…

972.  fabric to go with it!

973. a new blueberry jam flavor that simply must be taste tested.

974. a little lady-bug that like to have her own space to read…

975. a baby Magoo that believes he should crawl before he’s old enough to sit up.

976.  a bit more order on the emergency preparedness checklist.

977.  a backyard make over. More on that later.

978. finding the dog bone cookie cutters I’ve been looking for–just in time.

Lynnette says, 979. The crispness of the morning air 980. the garden vegies filling my fridge 981.  busy schedules of my wonderful girls to keep up with 982.  the books sitting on my counter waiting for a new semester to begin. Lyndi says, 983. the break that Sunday provides. 984. checking off Farmer’s Market after Farmer’s Market from our list of things to do this Summer. 985.  TRYING to love that Fall is coming, without mourning the loss of a Summer that’s flown by… 986.  regular football games to watch. 987.  hanging out with my Mom… especially when it involves following around certain food trucks that shall be named at a later time! 988. Having fun events to look forward to. April says, 989.  that Grammy is going to make Lily lou that dress. 

990. Mr. Beck’s little guy soccer game–that he simply LOVES!

991. A cozy comfort food of hash and hominy–a huge favorite dish from my childhood–that’s followed me to grown-up hood.

992. A couple of soggy water sprites that positively had to be locked out of the house.

993. Working on a few new patterns for the shop…more on that coming soon. :}

994. Patio lights on a warm summer evening.

995. A sleeping baby on your shoulder.

996. Musicians in the park just playing for the heck of it.

997. Meeting a dear, dear friend for the very first time…

998. admiring all the gorgeous hats that she made by hand.

999. Finally, finally getting the coveted Root Beer Float Shave Ice–with real cream–before summer is totally…over.

 

 1000!! Letting Miss Chompy check my purse for treats.

We DID it!!!! We got to 1000 things to be thankful for and happy about!! WAHOOO!! I knew we could do it!! 

Let’s keep going!

Kathy says, 1001. Learning a new crochet pattern 1002. watching my baby crawl around singing 1003. finishing up a quilt for my very patient almost 7 year old. Lyndi says, 1004. A long weekend coming up 1005. Grass started to sprout from the seeds that were planted 1006. Two sweet kids that are best of friends already 1007. A loving, supportive husband who works so, So, SOOO hard ALL the time, without complaint (who was out BIRTHDAY shopping for me last night :D) 1008. A Mom that isn”t just a mom, but a best friend too 1009. A sweet little girl watching me type this

1010. Some of my very favorite bare feet.

1011. this little Magoo who thinks he’s eight months old, when he’s really just barely 6, and no amount of pleading will make him believe or behave otherwise.

1012. a little water sprite who can’t resist getting just a little splashy sometimes.

1013. having a beautiful view of “Y” mountain while I sit in the car waiting for a friend.

1014. fresh, beautiful, juicy, irresistible, marvelous new peaches…all for me.

1015. a pretty little butterfly that flew gracefully from Miss Chompy’s fingertips clear up to the branches of the crab apple tree.

1016. outdoor lights on a late summer evening.

1017.  this silly boy–in case you didn’t believe me the first time around.

1018. My new favorite soup in the universe–that isn’t homemade I mean.

1019. A box of books that are ready to find a new home at the thrift store.

1020. A very special, very secret, very big project that’s occupying my hands these days.

1021. Bright luscious crab apples just begging to be picked…

1022. a sweet daughter who is willing to come over and…you know…pick them.

1023. A new Farmer’s Market to fall in love with–the Pleasant Grove Promenade.

1024. Soft, willowy grass to curl your toes in.

1025. A little spikey haired baby boy that steals our hearts at every turn.

Lynnette says, 1026. that in about 30 hours I will have my hands on 6 very special people that I have missed for sooooo long. Tracy says, 1027. I love that Kate’s skin is getting better!  1028. So blessed to be in this country too. Lyndi says, 1029.  my 2 sweet kids. 1030. my hard working husband, who gets up and out the door on auto-pilot, without ever complaining about having to head back to work. 1031. my Mom, who will drop everything for each and every one of her kids… to the point that she doesn’t usually get to work on her own projects. 1032. that she enjoys waffles as much as I do! 1033. Love the changing seasons… they keep life interesting and help us not to take seasonal adventures for granted!

1034. Bringing home a little bit of Autumn from the grocery store even if we didn’t get it from the garden this year.

1035.    Having a photography genius for a son-in-law who took this gorgeous picture of the same river that I took a picture of except my picture didn’t look anything like this.

1036. Having my far away boy happily settled in his new country–Kazakhstan–where he can finally have an oven and they grow apples as big as his hand.

1037. The rolliest, polliest, sweetest little baby legs a guy could possibly ever have.

1038. My new favorite TV show, “Once Upon A Time” on Sunday nights.

1039. Having our own little fix-it girl who’s decided that she is in charge of all home repairs from now on.  ;}

1040. Finding out that Mock Turtles do indeed taste just as good in October as they do at Christmas time.

1041. Finally having some good news to send to the boy about his beloved Vikings–at last, at last.

1042. Watching the rain pour down from my bedroom window…hearing it…smelling it…and reaching my hand out the window to touch it.

Lyndi says, 1043. that it’s Autumn… though I’m still trying to wrap my head around it in some ways, because the year is flying by so fast. 1044. all things Once Upon a Time! 1045. getting organized… my thoughts, my house, my ideas… everything!

1046. Pumpkins!

1047. Seeing that sweet little friends can easily turn into family. I can’t wait to see all these pretty kids in 10 years!

1048. Collecting fun stuff for our next big movie party that I’m not allowed to advertise.

1049. Pretty little knotted bracelets for the same event.

1050. Watching handsome old Tom Brady play a great game of football, even if they…

didn’t…

win.

1051. Finding another picture of my “dream house” and wondering if it only exists on a Thomas Kincade calendar page.

1052. A little dude with some new toothies to go with that fabulous naturally pokey hair.

1053. Reorganizing my cotton yarn stash so that every time I walk past, it makes me smile.  :}

1054. A new pile of Autumn books to read to the kiddos, from Scholastic Book orders.

1055. Finding the perfect place for a pile of acorns that we found at the park.

Kathy says, 1056. This time  of year! Jillian says, 1057.  seeing my family in these pictures. Lyndi says, 1058. that the air is getting cooler and I get to pull out my warmer clothes!  1059.  that the holidays are coming… and coming fast! 1060. spending time with my family and friends. 1061. my two sweet kids 1062. their sweet smiles 1063.  the way they light up around each other.

1064. ~Pumpkin Spice Marshmallows…whaaaat?!

1065. This pretty little Etsy Treasury that Lyndi made.

1066. The specially made “Bella” finger puppets–with sparkly skin even…made by my good friend Jenny and her mom Tracy from WeeKnit.

1067. The next phase in the Stained Glass Window block that I’m making for Dane and Kortney.

1068. The gorgeous leaves that are still falling all over the neighborhood, even after that huge snowfall.

1069. Two little cousins that are growing up sweet little friends.

1070. Finding a very clever way to store some of the wheat so that I don’t have to haul that heavy old bag around all the time.

1071. A skittish kitty that once in a while will sit still for a quick ear scratch. Silly thing.

1072. Holiday videos. I love them all and can’t wait another second.

1073. That coy boy that never ceases to smile that killer smile.

Lyndi says, 1074. my family 1075. friends 1076. my health 1077.  my home. 1078. for all the holidays 1079. the time we get to spend together 1080. I’m thankful for your blog and the uplifting posts, fun crafts and recipes 1081. the reminders to enjoy every bit of life, big or small!

1082. The hand made ornaments that remind me that we are loved every time I see them.

1083. The adorable Reindeer cupcakes that Dane and Kortney made for us–scrumptious!

1084. ~The fancy-schmancy ribbon that I forgot I bought last year that’s gonna class-up my Christmas wrapping this year.

1085.  Beany is always something to love…for me.

1086. The way the tree lights give any room a magical glow that you can see clear down the hall.    :}

1087. The small box with all the sparkly Christmas tags…that nobody knows about…except…me.

1088. My wooly sheep flock just waiting for their ears and tails…although they do look pretty darn cute without them.

1089. A baby boy and a jolly Santa regarding each other…

1090. the big sister who hid under the table the whole time.

1091. Finding joy in every detail of this happy holiday season–the lights, the tinsel, the ceramic Santa and the tiny pine manger—and taking a moment to let all that Christmas loveliness seep into my soul.

Tracy says, 1092. that my kids have the story of Christ down!!  Isstep says, 1093.  i just so love your posts! 1094. that God will help us all, as He always has, even when we forget about Him. 1095. that God has blessed me so much and held on to me in times i did not look to Him for guidance, but He was always protecting me. 1096.  for our Savior, the reason for this beautiful season. Lyndi says, 1097.  this time of year! 1098.  that whether you’re crazy busy or have a chance to slow down a bit… it’s just SO much easier to think of the Savior and feel of His love. 1099. gathering gifts and surprises for other people, then wrapping them all up to save for the big day. 1100.  teaching my little ones about all the different traditions, some silly and some important, but all great fun to share with them! 1101. basking in the joy and excitement that comes with Christmas. Kathy says, 1102. the homemade ornaments that say something about what we have done 1103.  pretty presents all wrapped 1104. the LOVE. 1105. A pretty girl kitty that seems to really like having her picture taken. 1106. A great big, grumpy man cat that couldn’t care less…about anything…one way or the other…as long as you don’t mess with him. 1107. An incredibly lovely, handmade quilt designed by my smarty-pants daughter over at Prairie Grass Patterns. 1108. A balloon wrapped in cellophane to look just like a giant piece of candy…stuck on the wall. 1109. A kind little sweetheart that will make an incredible massage therapist someday.

1110. An amazing discovery–a robot that will do your exercising for you.

1111. Miss Chompy’s Super bowl outfit even if they aren’t…you know…actually playing in it. Kathy says, 1112. The sun shinning 1113.  my craft room almost finished 1114. nap times 1115. my baby’s bare feet. Lyndi says, 1116. The bright sunshine and the clear blue sky 1117. Creating a new habit of drinking LOTS of water each day 1118. Learning more about essential oils 1119. Counting down the days… 1120. Wishing, hoping and planning for the future

1121. A brave old guy with a gimpy foot.

1122. A weight loss book that finally makes sense.

1123. A lovely bamboo box.

1124. My treasures inside the lovely bamboo box.

1125. A pretty girl on a perch.

1126. An afternoon in Ponyville.

1127. Keepsakes on the windowsill.

1128. A new project for a friend’s soon-to-appear baby boy.

              

1129. My favorite kind of weather forecast.

Kathy says, 1130. A nice work bonus that wasn’t expected 1131.  healthy kids 1132. a day of getting some sleep. Lynnette says, 1133. The sun and a few patches of blue sky. 1134. The kitchen counter mostly staying clear of clutter for 2 whole days. 1135. Surviving my morning workout 1136. Quilt blocks waiting to be joined together Lyndi says, 1137.  my box of oils too!  1138. Learning how to use all the oils in my box 1139. Star shaped anything 1140. Editing and organizing pictures 1141. Counting down the days

1142. Sorting through my 50,000 stacks of scrumptious recipes in anticipation of having a big fellow to cook for again…soon…hee, hee!

1143. Trading out the futon bunk bed with the lumpy mattress, for a brand new, real live, grown-up, pillow-top, queen-sized, normal person bed…

1144.   the perfect blanket on top.  :}

1145. Having my very own teeny-tiny guardian angel fairy watching over me while I sleep.

1146. Putting all the giant Nike high-tops back on the closet shelf in case a certain someone wants to wear them again…sometime.

 

1147. Rice crackers that remind me of my grade school in Los Angeles because a lot of the kids had them in sandwich bags and nibbled on them at recess.

1148. Getting a new, no kidding around space heater for the basement that Beany can’t force into shut-down mode by laying on it. 1149. Washing and hanging up lots of colored shirts and jeans because I’m thinking they might be a welcome sight very soon.

1150.  My boy is coming home!!!

Jillian says, 1151. ! It’s one of the first things I think about in the morning these days… just one less day each time! 1152. to have the family together too. Martha says, 1153. re-reading the text from my 17 year old daughter saying, ” I love you Mom.” 1154. making dinner with my 20 year old son, Kathy says, 1155. Taking small naps each day 1156. keeping up on the mountains of laundry 1157. feeling well enough to cook dinner again 1158. spending time with my kiddos. Lyndi says, 1159.  watching that countdown! 1160. *Cookies 1161. The sun shining all day and even longer in the evening 1162.  Friends that make you happy to be on the planet just by thinking about them 1163. People who are gracious, helpful, happy and kind 1164. Sweet kids that I’m lucky enough to get to have and keep FOREVER 1165. A husband that works hard EVERY SINGLE DAY! 1166. An awesome Mom that is one of my best friends in the whole world  Sue says, 1167.  the anticipation and excitement in your blog. 1168.  the NICE day we had today. 1169. A hubby that lets me rub his feet 1170.  a dear friend that loves my family.

1171. Second generation lamby love.

1172. A busload of white cheddar cheese puffs.

1173.  Skyping with cousin Tim…in Russian.

1174. A perfectly, terrifically, properly filled Easter basket.

1175. Tag with the new guy.

1176. Bunny Pasta.

1177. A sweet, tired, little fellow.

Susette says, 1178.  how cute your little family is 1179. how much you are loving having your boy home. Kathy says, 1180. a quiet house 1181. dreaming of what my twins will be 1182. looking at fabric 1183. enjoying the Spring weather. Lyndi says, 1184. the idea of the sun finally coming out to stay 1185. my hard working husband that takes such good care of us 1186. doTERRA essential oils that are helping me take better care of my kids 1187.  having a loving, helpful family that are my friends too 1188. playing Mario Brothers with a 2nd generation gamer… 4yr old!

1189. Making smoothies for that Bald Kid again.

 

1190. New treasures from a far, far away land–more on that later.

1191. One incredibly inspiring book–and I’m not kidding.

1192. Mini daffodils that I’ve simply fallen in love with.

1193. Ancient marble antique store find–right in my mother’s childhood hometown.

1194. A big, old bag of pop tops that I’m collecting and saving and storing and stashing until somebody tells me what the heck I’m suppose to do with them.

1195. Ipad games with Uncle Nate.

Tracy says, 1196. Bookmarks 1197. purses, 1198. key rings 1199. bracelets Lyndi says, 1200. Kids that say the funniest things 1201. A husband that reminds me that it’s totally fine to go for a walk with the kids… even after they are in jammies 1202.  Friends and family that help learn and grow, usually without even knowing they’ve helped me do it 1203. Ripping off calendar pages 1204. planning ahead for the future Sylvia says, 1205. antique marbles.

1206. A new, pretty project in the works.

1207. Last day of pre-school singing fest.

1208. One of my happiest possessions that I’ve been collecting since I was a kid.

1209. Someone thoroughly enjoying an ice cream cone.

1210. A secret message in a on a bottle.

1211. A little dude and his dog.

Kathy says, 1212. John having a day off 1213. getting some much needed chores done. Lyndi says, 1214. that you got a picture of the graffiti on the milk!

1215. A feathery friend who’s come to visit…for a while.

1216. A quilty work of art hanging on my daughter’s wall…that she designed herself.

1217. A new essential oil diffuser given to me by one of my favorite guys—thanks Rhen!

1218. A piano-playing boogie baby.

1219. The bald head that we waited so long for.

1220. Thin crust, pepperoni pizza on a week night…just because.

1221. My sweet, Cheeto loving kitty.

Lynnette says, 1222.  that this is the first day in over 5 weeks that there is absolutely NOTHING on my calendar Kathy says, 1223. That my hubby has a 4 day weekend 1224. that the weather is nice. Lyndi says, 1225.  having that little feathered friend around, and to just be babysitting. 1226. the warm weather 1227. having family around on the weekend 1228. upcoming fun things like Summerfest, 1229. farmer’s markets 1230. fresh fruit!

1231. This girl and that guy who came to visit us this week.

1232. Hanging quotes up all over the house, sometimes to make a point, and sometimes to remind myself to focus a bit.

1233. A silly kitty that insists on sleeping on my feet every night.

1234. A bald guy who still doesn’t want me to take his picture very often…so mostly…I don’t…mostly.

1235. The perfect shade of pink right outside the front door…where it should be so that I can see it first thing.

1236. Breakfast that looks like a TV commercial and tastes even better.

1237. A wrestling match that’s been waiting for years to happen.

1238. Brave little Bishop’s weed under the front window.

1239. My favorite TV show in the whole…wide…world…on it’s last season.

1240. The old dude who’s still plugging along.

1241. Speaking the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.

Lyndi says, 1242.  the things that you love. 1243. going outside and not having to pack up coats & blankets 1244. grabbing water bottles 1245. carrying ice cream cones.

1246. Singing “Happy Birthday” to my Bald Kid and having him actually here to blow out the candles. :}

1247. Daughters planning a family vacation far away.

1248. The first preseason football game of the year.

1249. The Littles who are turning out to be such good friends, even when they are playing with…snails.

1250. Seeing this cute van at a truck stop.

1251. Having a shameful, 7 episode Burn Notice marathon with the Bald Kid on one weekend.

Lyndi says, 1252.  reading through these list of things to love because you always capture things that I love as well. 1253. Birthdays 1254.  vacations 1255. family 1256. kids 1257. entertainment

1258. A game of Mancala with breakfast.

1259. A beautiful view from any direction.

1260. Blowing bubbles in the ocean air.

1261. Listening to the Bald Kid’s soothing music.

1261. Braiding Kortney’s hair.

1262. Peculiar seabirds just outside the window.

1263. My incredible halibut dinner at Mo’s. MMmmmmmmmm!

1264. A brother and sister who are such good friends.

1265. A funny guy with a pet parrot.

1266. Searching for the perfect seashell.

1267. The Bald Kid’s pecular shoes drying on the porch.

Tracy says, 1268. seeing all your pictures.  Lyndi says, 1269. the excitement of great things just waiting to happen. 1270.  being right here while my little people grow & learn, and yet still finding myself surprised when I see them so big and capable. 1271.  learning and sharing with others. 1272.  the seasons changing and thinking of the fun holidays that will be here before we know it. 1273.  looking back on that fun trip, that came & went a little too fast!  

1274. This silly kitty who somehow thinks she runs the place.

1275. A few solitary cucumbers lurking out in the garden among the pumpkins…and weeds.

1276. More glorious crochet to keep my hands busy.

1277. A big brave three-legged kitty with lots of black fur growing back in, who actually does run the place.

1278. Fresh bananas for my favorite bowl of cereal.

1279. A great bit of mending that needs to be done.

1280. A busload of plums that ought to be eaten very soon…I’ll get right on that.

1281. A sparkly new magnet for my file cabinet…

1282. all the rest.

1283. Tending for the girly because she has, “stuff to do.” 1284. Making a boatload of trail mix. 1285. All the creatures waiting in line for an audience with the Princess. 1286. Chompy’s picture of Curious George. 1287.  Kortney having the birds she’s always wanted. 1288. Working on the Stained Glass Window block, for Dane & Kortney. 1289. Playing games with some of my favorite people makes me very happy indeed–even if I have to travel 250 miles to do it.

1290. Working on a new project that’s turning out quite a bit better than even I anticipated.

1291. my great big, fluffy, soft, squishy, burgundy slippers. 1292. Walking while reading my Kindle. 1293. Little April Showers in March! 1294. this little kitty, who is the dearest, most loyal, non-judgemental friend I have ever had. 1295. the perfect pattern to work in front of a movie or to ease a few more rows in before bedtime. 1296. Finding Sprouted Wheat Bread at my local grocery store. 1297.  getting a handful of these little thingys in the bottom of your Christmas stocking 1298. Ancient hair beads so that Miss Chompy can make “a beautiful necklace for Grammy.” 1299. walking into a car dealership and saying, “Yeah. That one,” and driving out with it. 1300. An exercise booklet from my personal trainer, Miss Chompy. 1301. Pink and purple paper clips. 1302. Being a yarn hoarder. 1303. Playing store with the girlie and buying everything in my bedroom at least twice. 1304. One chocolate cupcake with green sprinkles…for breakfast! 1305. Roast beef in an old crockpot 1306. Motivating quotes to inspire us. 1307. A beautiful pear with the stem removed so that I can just bite the top right off. 1308. Surprise March hail storm. 1309. Having a million crochet projects going at one time. 1310. Starting a lovely afghan called Flower Vines. 1311. My beloved crochet hooks 1312. this faithful guy that once caught a fly in mid air by slapping his two paws together. 1313. The once in a lifetime chance to see the “blood moon” this way. 1314.  Having the prettiest gutter in the universe…today only. 1315. Mother Nature– the lovely, luscious, litterbug. 1316. My daughter, April Rosenthal’s new fabric line, Best Day Ever! 1317. for Mother’s Day so that I can remember my sweet mom.

1318. My lovely pale pink roses that used to be a deep, exotic violet.

1318. Sitting outside in the back for the very first time this summer.

1319. Looking up at the lonely little choke cherry tree, that likely won’t bare any fruit at all this year.

1320. Just the right amount of sun and water for this girlie

1321. Mr. Beany having his first–I think–experience with an ice cube.

1322. A warm summer breeze blowing just sturdy enough to give the wind chime a run for it’s money.

Lyndi says, 1323. this blog and how you always remind me to notice the small and simple things. 1323. You help me love and appreciate more about life, especially the things that could be passed by unnoticed by so many. <3 1324. Our ancient willow tree in happier days. 1325. the morning of July 4th. 1326. the day with pigs fly. 1327. Our new kid– Princess Peachy O Momo Thomas. 1328. the kind, honest person that turned in my debit card at the gas station.   1329. My very favorite kind of sky. 1330. Los Hermanos on my birthday. 1331. Stained Glass motif progress. 1332. Making Honey Spice Throat Drops 1333. New items in my Etsy shop. 1334. My little Jiff in her “sleeping bag.” 1335. the very best costume in the entire world–so good, in fact that iti won 1st place in the Ebay Costume contest. 1336. the smidge of snow we got today 1337.  this sweet little felt and glitter birdy that came in the mail from a sweet friend today 1338. Christmas morning snow! 1339. Christmas morning 1340.  the Bethlehem Nativity set from April 1341. Making dog bone pillows 1342. Aprils new book! 1343. A new blanket for April’s baby. 1344. A pillow for the Viking fan. 1345. My football boys 1346. Family football fans 1347.  When Chompy grows up 1348. This protective scene with my lovely Professor Snape. 1349. Making this cute little turtle for a friend. 1350. Choosing yarn colors and getting it right. 1351. Colorfest with the girlie 1352. THE HOUSE I JUST BOUGHT!!

 1353.  this little headboard, that’s just the right amount of swirly, antique-ish, even with my bed a bit rumpled and the pillows tossed in a pile–is still pretty.

1354. This button that positively jumped into my cart at JoAnn Fabrics

1355. A good kitty that’s taken so well to our new/old place, that I’d swear she acts years younger than her decade-and-a-half old self.

1356. getting poured on with rain, and the mountains are coated with snow.

1357. Scrubbing off my old plaque.

1358. working on this lovely thing while watching a basketball game

1359. Rhenny boy finally hung up the banners from his favorite teams.

1360. that my pretty dishes finally have a home.

1371. these juicy things I bought from a roadside stand and what a deal!!

1372.  the pure grammy-joy of my baby showing her baby the other baby.

1373. the beautiful world I am blessed to live in that can take my  breath away.

1374. A new line of fabric from my favorite designer, April Rosenthal, called Mama’s Cottage, with a particularly personal touch. 1375. Then there’s this little sprig of joy. 1376. This little labor of love, for a sweet boy with a cold head–more on that later. 1377. Having a really smart daughter that knows how to put these ancient relics into a format that we can actually watch. 1378.  these little golden girlie curls. 1379. The popsicle puzzle! 1380. Napping Lyla 1381.  This puzzle that felt good to work on while it was snowing outside. 1382. This pretty little pattern in the forest-y color requested from mama for Linky’s baby blanket. 1383. Crazy cat sleeping positions! 1384. Josh moving the thermostat from the bedroom wall to the front room wall . 1385. Organized photos. 1386. My Valentine puzzle. 1387. A country cottage puzzle. 1388. Finding a box of trinkets with some actual cool stuff inside. 1389. mystery things popping up all over the place in my yard. 1390.  these crazy kitties of ours…Lyla and Chili napping…

1391.  good old Hobbes–a bit under the weather. 1392. Pink flowers–any kind, that make me happy all day long. 1393. My hot air balloon puzzle 1394. A FAIRY DOOR!! 1395. New books. 1396. A beautiful quilt from my daughter–that’s my very own!!!