Simple Gratitude.

This morning, in a world fraught with grief, tragedy and strife, I choose to focus on the small, simple blessings from our loving God. I was inspired by Ann @ Holy Experience. I would be delighted if you shared your blessings, too. Leave a comment or a link to your blog. Here are my blessings right now, today:

1. A cardboard box for playing rocket ship:Img_6709

2. Blooming roses outside my window:
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3. My mother’s day gift–a canvas with the footprints of my 5 precious children:Img_6739

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  • http://www.aholyexperience.com Ann @ Holy Experience

    It all takes my breath away… I audibly oooohed as I read this post, Elizabeth.

    No, I never get used to the beauty He bestows on simple moments if we will but SEE.

    And so you do.
    Thank you for opening my eyes too. (Those footprints!)

    God uses you, friend…

    All’s grace,
    Ann

  • Michelle Hart

    Blessings for today:
    1) rain that is washing away all the pollen
    2) work for my hands to do
    3) my husband and two children
    4) life

  • http://gladheimfamily.blogspot.com Christy

    I have many blessing today but here are some of them:
    My husband turning 33 today.
    My three kids that make me smile with joy.
    The 95 degree, sunny weather.
    My friends at church that threw a birthday party for me (my bday is Sunday).

  • http://www.legacy-continues.blogpsot.com misi

    and i bet it was your wonderful hubbie who made that gift wasn’t it?
    its wonderful to hear when people know they are blessed and you dont take ANYTHING for granted. such a sweet way to look at life.
    oh!
    and my blessing today? reading this post:)
    God Bless You and Yours!!!

  • http://www.destrysuffridge.blogspot.com destry

    Elizabeth, I’ve had a long day, and I am tired and yes, a bit grumpy. I check in to read my daily blogs, and now, I am tired, but…I am smiling.

    Blessings…
    -watching my kid’s faces light up when they spotted butterflies on our nature walk today

    -messes and crumbs that prove my kids are active, creative and healthy eaters

    -a comfy bed to fall into in a few short minutes

    -the anticipation of teo wonderful services at church tomorrow

    Thank you for reminding me to choose joy.

  • http://www.sarahmarkley.com Sarah Markley

    I love your photos. Great post! my simple blessing today? seeing my girls after four days away. i missed them.

  • http://www.boosiesmommy.blogspot.com Laura

    I love that canvas of your children’s footprints. What a lovely idea and gift!
    My blessings right now? A sweet, resting child and a wonderful breeze.