Hospital Pictures

I have had my doubts as to whether I should post these pictures.  Each time I look at them, I can't help but smile.  My girls missed me.  They were a bit scared by their Mommy's stay in the hospital.  They can up to see me one evening.  We would learn later, they were well past visiting hours.  Oops.  They climbed in bed with me and we began the picture session.  Fun Girl even gave me a pedicure.  Such a bright spot to be able to look down at my toes.  I am so blessed to have these 2 for my daughters. 

Counting some more...

Counting is good, we all do it.  We count the number of heads, just to make sure we leave no one behind.  We count our money. We count to 10 to keep from losing our minds.  We count and count.  Sometimes we find it easier to keep track of the negatives, like in our checking accounts.  Life starts weighing us down.  I challenge you to take a moment and start counting the little blessings in your life and watch joy take over.  Maybe it is only 3 a day....that is okay.  Life isn't perfect.  It is messy.  It is hard and it is Good!  Even in the hard there are joys to count.  I am still counting....maybe just not the numbers.
Loving reminders the best good bye is the quickest one, not to drag them out.
 Camp goodbyes from a bus window
Grace for my late Hockey Player and allowed to play golf
 Squawking birds in the dark hours of a morning and a GOOD dog that puts it out of its misery
 Board games and my children
Water gun fights
Baseball coach husband who coaches practice with water balloons....Best Coach Ever!
Progress on projects
God appointments in Target
Vulnerability and openness
Camping in backyard tents
Being outside with no allergy restrictions for the first time in a year.
    and  Gardening
    and  Watching ball games
    and Going for walks
    and   Just sitting on the porch swing and laying out on the lawn watching the sky
 Hugs from my children
Rubbing, swishing cat tale on my leg with a purr
Little Princess playing volleyball

still counting.....1150

1126.  Teens that live and like to cook
1127.  New recipes
1128.  Antibiotics for strep
1129. Travel plans
1130. Beloved sister in laws
1131.  Hanging out with my kiddos
1132.  Walks with a buddy... Husband, a kid, a friend....wonderful one on one time
1133. Sunshine
1134.  Rain, snow, sleet ~ much needed moisture
1135.  Garden and a husband that builds it
1136.  One step at a time, getting my home back in order after months of neglect
1137.  Freshly mown grass
1138.  Memories of blowing dandelion clouds
1139.  Watching Awana clubbers receive their awards... All the hundreds of memory verses put in hearts and minds
1140.  Pain in my leg... Sensation is returning.
1141.  Less stuttering, and lots of naps ~ healing happening
1142.  Praying with my mom
1143.  Sharing memories with my sister
1144.  Laughter with cousins
1145.  New adventures and the joy that comes
1146.   Vacation days just me, my husband and kids
1147.  Friends taking care of the home front
1148.  Listening to my children enjoy God's creation and counting their new experiences
1149.  Family giggles and humor in the car
1150.  Beautiful weather for the trip.