I am grateful for a reconnection with a friend from my previous world.

I am grateful for a peek into the world of my daughters today in a group text and down deep laughter at their silliness.

I am grateful for a Sunday message that still resonates on Tuesday.

I am grateful for trash cans empty.

I am grateful that Sam is napping while dinner is in the oven.

I am grateful for a pastor who makes house calls.

I am grateful for thank you cards written.

I am grateful for devotions that keep me focused.

I am grateful for a few minutes after work tonight to walk among the lilacs waking up to clean up before they fill in and I can no longer see the winter collection.