It's Thankful Thursday and my good friend Iris of Grace Alone is hosting.  No matter what's going on in your life, there's always something for which to be thankful. 

I am so thankful that:

• I enjoy my new job working at Rancho Solano Private School.
• I get to work with the nicest co-worker named Heidi.
• I am receiving lots of ideas from friends and bloggers about fun crafts to do with the children.
• I get paid!
• Best of all ...I love the children!

In the midst of this Christmas season, there's also been sadness.  Sandra Evans was the amazing designer who worked with me on our previous home.  Her son lost his wife and six year old son in a tragic auto accident this past week. 

Photo Credit: Funeral Pamphlet

My husband Greg attended the funeral alone yesterday as I had to work.  He described the service for me and shared how the pastor spoke about losing loved ones.  We are only here on this earth for a short time.  Their lives were a gift to those who knew them.

How can we be thankful in the midst of a tragedy like this? 

As Christians, their lives aren't over.  They will be with the Lord. 

It also causes me to pause and realize how very short life can be. 

I pray that I will love others with the love of Christ.  And this includes others who may not think or believe as I do.

Will you go out and spread the fragrance of Christ today?

Blessings and love,

This is the season for giving and receiving.  Many people enjoy giving but do you receive well?

I'm over at Laced with Grace today.  I encourage you to hop over and read all about "Giving and Receiving". 

Blessings and love,