Day 7

Today, after one last big test, I'm thankful for a huge break in school. Like a break till after Thanksgiving.

This day of thankfulness might last for a few more days. ... .......

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Day 6

I'd like to start this one off by saying that my 30 days of thanks posts are not ranked in any way. I write them based off some sort of inspiration each day.

So last night, my cousin Kevin called me. During our conversation (not knowing that I am participating in the 30 days of thanks "challenge") he informed me that he is not participating. His reasoning was that he is thankful every day of every month, not just during the month of November, which happens to hold the holiday where we all give thanks.

He's absolutely right. It's very important for us to be thankful each and every day for our blessings. One thing I am very proud to share, despite my downfalls as a christian, is that I give thanks to Jesus Christ every time I pray. It's not hard for me to be thankful. Every morning and afternoon when I walk the dogs, I have a beautiful scene to view here in Birmingham. From the back of our apartment building and also from our patio out front, we have a perfect view of a ridge that's currently full of colorful fall trees. They remind me every day of God's powerful creations. It sparks a series of other thoughts of all that's good in my life and all I have to be thankful for. I'm so thankful for my health, my husband, our family, our dogs, our friends, our apartment, our cars ... and most importantly, I'm extremely thankful for my ever deepening relationship with my lord and savior. Which brings me to day 6. Today, and everyday, I'm thankful for Him.

"Do not be anxious, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

- Philippians 4:6-7

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Day 5

There will come a time when the days of PA school are far behind me ... a time when Adam and I are a living in Charleston, SC in a beautiful home, and I will laugh about how stressed out I was during this time in my life. Because I will remember that it was hard, but I'll know I made it through and it was worth it.

I'm thankful for day dreams that keep me excited about the future. I'm in PA school because I love it and this is exactly what I want to do, but this will also allow me to provide my family with a wonderful future. I'm thankful for that as well. And I'm also thankful that I've almost made it to the very end of the didactic phase of school. SO CLOSE!

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Day 4

It's days like today, when PA school makes me feel so behind in life or just down and out in general, that I'm thankful for the support of my family and friends outside of school to keep me going for at least another day. Their constant reminders that I'm exactly where I'm meant to be and that it will all pay off in the end definitely help keep my head up high.

So, thank you all for your kind words. Please keep them coming! :)

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Day 3

Today I'm thankful for my brilliant and beautiful and generous PA school friends. I know for fact, without their support -- in many different fashions -- I would not have made it as far as I have. I keep telling them I'll owe them my degree when it's all said and done.

One way or another, I'll make it to the finish line. And for that, I'm thankful!

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Day 2

Today I'm thankful for all things Fall:

• Leaves changing colors and the beautiful fall scenery
• Cooler weather (which of course calls for spiked hot coco, sweaters, and cuddling!)
• Fall TV
• Football Saturdays -- Go Dawgs!

And with the onset of fall comes all of the best holidays! Love it! 

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Day 1

Sooo, I've felt moved to do the 30 days of thanks this year, which of course starts today! Hopefully I'll be able to keep up with it since it's really only a small blurb each day. So here goes!

Today, on day 1, I'm thankful for opportunities. Especially the opportunity to follow my dream and go to PA school. God never fails me. He's so amazing and so divine and so wonderful. And I am so thankful.

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