11.24.2011

My ABC's of Gratitude

Angels on earth
Like my mom, dad, grandma, my friends. They are such amazing people and they have helped me so much on my road to college and just life! I love them to death!


Blessings
Heavenly Father has given me so much that I don't deserve. But I am continually blessed. So many little things.


Clouds
I think they add such a beauty to the sky. A blue sky is pretty, but the clouds add more meaning. And there are days when I love the rain.


Dresses
Putting on a dress is sometimes all I need to make it a very good day.


Emotions
Sure not all of them are wonderful. I may feel sad or mad, but without sadness I would not know happiness. And every now and then it is good to feel sad, so you know to really appreciate the happy days!


Family
I have always loved my family and have loved spending time with them. But now that I am away from home and seeing them is a rare treat, I realize how much I do really appreciate them and how much I love them. I have truly come to realize the meaning of the words, "Families Can Be Together Forever."


Games
I love these them! They are so much fun to play with roommates, friends, family. They usually always lead to a good time!


Heaters
Oh my goodness, YES! I love this. In Logan where it is cold, most of the time, having heaters in the apartment is a wonderful thing. I love being warm when I come in from the chilly outside.


Immune System
Can you believe it? I am not sick. I have not been this whole winter, and I never will be (knock on wood). October-November is usually my sick time. I usually am in recovery mode by now. But thanks to my wonderful immune system I am as healthy as a horse (are they healthy a lot? let's hope so)!


Jesus Christ
This may be very obvious, but how in the world could I not be grateful for Him?! He has helped me through everything in my entire life. He has comforted me in times when I really needed Him. I know that He loves me and that He died for me that I could return to live with Him and my Heavenly Father again.


Knees
Maybe not the most attractive thing ever, but have you ever tried walking without bending your knees or walking up the stairs? Yes... my point has been made.


Laughter
Oh my! This makes the world go round! Laughing makes life easier and more enjoyable. I find it hard to live in a world where there would be no laughter. I love to hear my friends laugh, and my family. Oh my mom has the a great laugh. It makes me laugh.


Men
True Men. Like the ones that open the door, say hello to you. Make an effort to be nice. And it does not have to be in the effort of love, they are just being men! True men are nice to everyone. And if you have ever looked at one girls, ah you must understand.


Noise
Life can get very noisy at times, but what if I did not hear any noise? Ever? I think I would go insane!


Orthodontics 
I may have hated it at the time, but I am very glad that I had braces and that I now have straight teeth. Thanks to my orthodontist. He was great! 


Packages 
I have always loved getting them, but at college it is wonderful to know that someone is thinking of you. My mom sent me a Halloween package that I was not expecting at all. It was so nice to see that she was thinking of me. It made my Halloween! 


Quotes
How many times has a quote helped me through a day? Some are spiritual and some just add a smile to my face.


Reading
Reading for enjoyment what a wonderful thing. Sometimes it's great to get away from my world and go into someone else's. And even though I do not like it reading textbooks for classes and being able to read instructions.


Salt
It adds so much flavor to food. It may not be the healthiest thing in the world, but salt makes food delightful.


Technology 
How easy it has made to keep in touch with everyone while I am away at college. Facebook, phones, texting. It is great that I can call my time almost any time I want. Text Haley to ask her if she wants to go and get lunch. I am so grateful that I have access to the technology. 


Utah State University
Where I am gaining a higher education. Even though college is sometimes stressful, I am glad that I am able to go to college and learn things for myself. Even though it is stressful, I bet it is worth it! 


Vacations 
I love it when I vacation with my family and friends. It is so much fun to go somewhere different. I always have so much fun! 


Water
Clean water. I love Logan, but the water from the drinking fountain tastes like chlorine. It's nice to drink clean water. I also like getting clean in water and cooking with water. Water is very much appreciated.


X-rays 
Even though I have personally never needed one it is nice to know that they are there, just in case. It's amazing how they can see that. It's fascinating.


Yellow
It reminds me to be happy! It is bright and cheerful! 


Zippers
Wonderful things! To zip up a jacket, pants, a bag. I love zippers! 

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