Giving Thanks for the Abundant Blessings from His Hand
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Mother’s Day Brunch by the Guys |
My heart is full today as I watch my guys outside shooting baskets. What could make a mother’s heart more grateful than to see her family together, happy, playing around, glad to be there. My heart swelled with joy as all my men goofed around (even Chip, the wonder dog played ball). This was celebration. For this my heart longed. For this my heart rejoiced.
Temperate breezes whispered through wind chimes while we sat on patio and leisurely enjoyed the brunch that Oldest and Hubby had made. Oldest chopping red pepper, scallions, broccoli, whipped up a delectable oven omelet while Hubby fried bacon. Youngest was working hard serving others at the local resort but came home in time for the game and dinner.
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Wind chimes swing in gentle breezes |
We relaxed the afternoon away. Cares floating off on warm breezes. Easy conversation. Easy silence. The drone of basketball on TV gave way to a movie for Mom. Time for a book and time to talk with friends online.
As I recount the day’s treasures, I give thanks for the Lord’s abundant blessings both today and all week long:
572) Brunch made by my guys; a luxury
573) “Sunrise Oven Omelet,” Marble Pudding Cake, bacon–yum! (check back on Friday for recipe)
574) A gentle breeze tickling the wind chimes
575) Relaxing on the patio with family
576) My guys mixing it up on the home basketball court (a slab of cement)
577) Worship this morning in church~songs that touched my heart strings
578) The Mother’s Day presentation at church–the little kids and their cute, sweet, and funny thoughts about their Moms–loved it
579) Mocha Coconut Frapp from Starbucks–right after church
580) Mother’s Day Greetings from friends–touched my heart
581) Friends visiting and laughing on a laid-back Saturday afternoon
582) The ceiling fan whirling cool breezes above my head
583) This week at school with Cinco de Mayo celebrations and Teacher’s Appreciation week
584) Students dancing to the “Mexican Hat Dance,” decked out in sombreros
585) Nachos, soda, sticky fingers, lopsided smiles, polite “thank-yous”
586) Serving sodas, cups, ice to the cherub faces
587) A Cinco de Mayo treat–a Chipotle lunch from our supervisor at work–yum
588) Finding great phonics worksheets and flashcards online for my student
589) Oldest discovering a mother Quail nesting in our front porch flower pot–yesterday, we counted 13 eggs!
590) A movie at home with Hubby
591) White roses from Hubby
For all these blessings and more, I give You thanks, dear Lord.
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Youngest’s roses, petals fall, needed water |
“I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever. I will praise you forever for what you have done; in your name I will hope, for your name is good. I will praise you in the presence of your saints.” Psalm 52:9 NIV
What has God done for you, saints, that causes your heart to sing His praises?
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That omlet looks delicious and I’m glad it’s almost time for lunch.
I love the photos of your house – I really like Southwest architecture.
I’ve visited Tuscon a couple of times on a business trip and have stayed at two different resorts – The Westin LaPaloma and The Starr Pass. Really nice.
Blessings,
Joan
Your photos are lovely, your joy is contagious!
LT
Looks like you had lots of fun….. “Inspire me’ is up and running so come and join in the fun 🙂
The flowers are so beautiful and the brunch looks delicious.
OH, my goodness that quiche looks delectable. Your guys did that? What a sweet way to show you how special you are to them. I just love it when men cook. A lovely, lovely playdate :).
Beautiful roses, and brunch looks scrumptious! Happy (belated) Mother’s Day, Janis!
~Jennifer
You’re killing me, Janis – more delicious looking food!!
This was a wonderful post – filled with all my favorite stuff. Good food (hear my tummy grumbling??), love-filled thoughts about the family, a photo of my favorite wonderdog, precious thankful gratitudes, and Scripture.
What makes my heart sing?
All the things that you have included in this post!!
GOD BLESS!