A Year of Giving Thanks!

Yesterday was my Birthday! I always like to reflect on my life a little bit. I have met many new people this year and restored some old friendships. Until last summer, I had been feeling a little lonely. I am thankful that God gave me the courage to make new friends and blessed me with many wonderful people.
The Oakwood Girls:
I crashed a neighborhood bible study of a neighborhood that I do not live in. I have lived so much life with them in the last year. We have gone through family trials, trying to adopt children and just the joys and struggles of a year. I have been blessed by many--but Heather, Lori, Lisa, Julie and Mo you have become like sisters to me.
My House Church:
I'm not sure what a house church is, but I thought I would give it a try. I have been blessed by the members of this group in such a short time. I have a renewed heart for meeting my neighbors and loving them. I also really after being hurt by church want to dive in. Special note to my Quad--Janice, Kelly and Emily you are part of my heart.
Moody Midday Connection:
I have always been a denominational snob in some ways. I started listening to this program and I fell in love. I think this program encourages women to take a Dive and be real, honest, and share your struggles. We need God and brokennes as Christian women and not more roles,more masks and more schedules. I love all the guests. It makes me want to read all their books--mostly it makes me want to write a book and share my story.
My Old Friends:
Thanks for hanging in there when I was miserable. I think I have found a good place.
My coworkers:
I wouldn't have made it through the last few years. You put sunshine in my life. Thnaks for sharing your journeys.
My Family:
We have been through a lot and we are now--but God is bigger than all of it and we are still standing strong. Oh the blessing of children's smiles.
My God:
Not last because you have so blessed me with all the above, but because I am so loved by you--I can feel and love all of them. Thank you for the cross, thank you for calling me to you, thank you for being with me intimately when I often feel alone.

Thank you for the journey that is ahead.
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