I feel as if I am coming out of a fog…thick swirling smokey haze…and then the light! When you’ve had the cold/flu symptoms—it takes a while to get back to normal…but what was normal? Remind me?
I am blessed to have so much in my life. Friends, family…but most of all—GOD. Without Him, I can do nothing.
I am blessed to be able to read. Wow! I love to read. It is obvious by my shelves…it is also obvious by my love for Barnes & Noble and LifeWay Christian Supply. (No Jeff, I have not been in LifeWay since the last time) *grin* ….But my vehicle mysteriously drove itself to B&N today at lunch and I had no choice but to get out and go in! It was nice and peaceful…and the smell…mmm…starbucks coffee and books….next to the smell of a freshly washed baby…that tops all scents! Almost. I like to smell bread baking….speaking of which, I am blessed to be “able to smell” again…after not being able to during sickness!
I am blessed with a wonderful church family. A great group of believers that love one another and enjoy good times of fellowship! I am so blessed to be a part of such an awesome Women’s Bible Study group! Next week we begin a study “One Month to Live”….I pray now that it has an impact on my life….and every-single-person-taking the course. The whole church is involved in this one!
I am proud of my sweet man, who was recently elected as a deacon in the church. Whether he knows it or not….he makes me proud to be his wife. Whether he is cooking a cake ….or repairing something that is broken….or in the middle of a painting project…and continually saying…”did I tell you how much I hate painting?”…still proud of you honey-pie…because you never quit on anything….even the things that you don’t like to do!
But this…is something that we love to do! Loving on the many blessings the Lord has graciously provided! And fortunately for us…they love–loving on us!
I am blessed that the Lord lives and reigns in my life. I have been blessed to celebrate 46 Easter’s. Through the adventure of egg hunts, where I hunted…and then the years when I was the egg decorator!
I am blessed with an experience at the cross….in a posture of prayer…repentant heart, thankful heart, loving heart. Thank you Lord, for the Easter centuries ago, when You took Your place back on Your throne and invited us to join You. Thank You Lord for Your sacrifice…that no matter how many movies are made and watched…we still cannot comprehend. The full sacrifice of heaven. He has risen indeed! He’s alive and living in ME!!
“And for fear of him the guards trembled and became like dead men. But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.’” ~ Matthew 28:4-7 (ESV)
For more thankful hearts this Thursday before Easter, go see Iris—she is incredible at keeping us reminded of all that we each have to be thankful for!
Thank you sweet friend!
Jeff and Angie Knight 
March 19th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
I absolutely love your praises and your vehicle sounds so much like mine…everytime we get near a book store or christian store it mysteriously veers that way and my checkbook drags me across the parking lot and forces me to buy…and that’s my story and I’m sticking to it…LOLGod bless you for a great post!
March 19th, 2008 at 9:41 pm
I’m intrigued with the One Month to Live Bible study. That could be a real eye opener to Christians.
March 19th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
Happy TT to you Angie!Wow, I’m so blessed to read about your husband, congrats to him!I’m also happy to read you are feeling better. We had that visitor at our house a while back.Blessings to you this Easter Season~
March 19th, 2008 at 9:47 pm
Praise God that you are feeling better sweetie. Congrats to your dear husband. I love your love for Jesus, bless you.
March 19th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
What a wonderful list! I too am a big reader. Have a blessed Easter.
March 20th, 2008 at 6:26 am
BLESS YOU, SWEET FRIEND! =)
March 20th, 2008 at 6:29 am
I come here and EACH and EVERY time I leave blessed….and that is just the truth! You have such a way of expressing what is important and worthy and GOOD!!So happy to hear that you are “normal” again…if you figure out exactly WHAT normal is, let me know…I’d love to see it!! Knowing full well that I am FAR from normal!!Hugs to you!!Happy Thursday and Happy Easter to you girl!!love you!lori
March 20th, 2008 at 7:19 am
I love to read also! You really have a way with words. Thanks for a lovely post for this Thankful Thursday! God Bless~
March 20th, 2008 at 9:33 am
I have discovered the love of reading, I used to hate it as a kid/teenager! Great list. Happy TT and Easter to you!
March 20th, 2008 at 10:11 am
Hmmm you lost me at coffee and books.Seriously love the picture and great TT as alway my friend.
March 20th, 2008 at 11:25 am
Congratulations to your husband! Wonderful thankful post! God is good! Happy TT!
March 20th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
Happy TT. I enjoyed your post. Thanks for visiting me, so I could find yours. Blessings! Happy Easter
March 20th, 2008 at 12:30 pm
There your posts are. I’ve been by a couple times recently and just saw the book contest. It would help if I scroll down. Thankful for you. Happy Easter. He is living and ready to love all anytime. He waits for the call. I pray many call out to Him this Sunday as they reenter His presence after months or years of emptyness. He is able.
March 20th, 2008 at 12:30 pm
Glad you feel better. Happy TT to you.
March 20th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
I hope you feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your thankful heart! Blessings.
March 20th, 2008 at 7:53 pm
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and leave such sweet comment.In fact your words in TT post touches my heart, what a blessed sister,and a blessed family you own,thank our heavenly father for his love to us for free. May you have a wonderful Easter.
March 20th, 2008 at 8:35 pm
What a beautiful post!Hope you’ve had a wonderful day!Karenhttp://www.homesteadblogger.com/tagbloghttp://www.homeschoolblogger.com/salt
March 20th, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Hi Angie,I think I will be “dropping by” to check out your booklist, fellow bookworm. Do your date nights with your husband consist of reading at B&N in those comfy chairs, too?? Thanks for stopping by my blog today! Happy Easter!
March 20th, 2008 at 8:56 pm
Happy Easter! May you be renewed in your love for Him and for all His gifts.
March 20th, 2008 at 9:43 pm
So glad you are feeling better! Love to read myself! Can’t wait to read on the beach in FL next week!
March 20th, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Such beautiful post. I’m glad that you are well..and that you had your time at B&N. Congrats to your husband – he sounds like such a sweet guy. Happy Easter.
March 21st, 2008 at 9:34 am
‘thankful that you’re back on your feet and able to do what you love to do…reading books and worshiping Him.more blessings to you!< HREF="http://scribblersleague.blogspot.com/" REL="nofollow">Morning Sniffles<>
March 21st, 2008 at 10:43 am
Beautiful list, thank you for stopping by. Happy Easter in advance!
March 22nd, 2008 at 9:44 am
You are right Angie. It doesn’t matter how many movies they make – it still is an amazing gift to me. He conquered death and rose again so we may have life everlasting.I am so glad to read that you are doing much better this week and you feel almost ‘normal’ 🙂Thank you so much for sharing your grateful heart with us.Blessings to you and yours – He is Risen!