Living Gratefully is hard when you are tired

Today was a good day. Unfortunately my attitude at the end of the day didn't reflect that. I was tired. Daryl was tired. Elizabeth was overly tired. Grace was tired. Hannah, well, she was reading:-). It is hard to be grateful and kind when you are tired. I'm thankful for do-overs.

1. Elizabeth got to spend time in Aunt Amanda's room. She adores her Aunt Amanda!
2. I got to attend a conference that gave me lots to think about. I'm grateful for the Ockenga Institute and the good work they do.
3. I'm grateful for neighbors who welcome my children with open arms and allow me to attend conferences.
4. Although I'm often grumpy as I am folding, I am grateful for clean clothes.
5. I am grateful for the anticipation about grown-up nights out... painting, game night, a concert!
6. I am grateful for end of the day story time.
7. I am grateful for thoughtful questions from Grace after reading her Bible.
8. I am grateful for quiet and a chance to "do-over."
9. I am grateful for settling down for the evening in my PJs and robe.
10. I am grateful for life.