why give thanks?

After reading this today in Ann Voskamp's post on A Holy Experience blog, I really wanted to share it... Her words clearly and concisely explain the reason I give thanks as a Christian.  I hope they direct your mind to the Lord to whom all thanks are given as I share so many of His graces to me.  

"There is no real thankfulness unless it is to Someone and thankfulness only helps your life because who you are thanking is the One who is all your Help."

766. energy and health to care for my home

767. cleaning that makes our world feel a bit fresher

768. a little helper who gladly joins me

769. more produce, in SUCH abundance

770. a freezer full of food to save for winter

771. trying new recipes

772. summer salads, crisp and refreshing

773. vacation days

774. an extended visit with family

775. the excited anticipation Moriah has leading up to her 2nd birthday

776. a pillow traded for pacifiers, we hope the plan works!

777. friends to share with

778. rejoicing with others

779. an ice cream "pot luck"

780. baking and cooking on a Sunday afternoon

781. magic erasers that renew my walls

782. learning as I listen to those who've walked this way before me, moms and wives 

783. a produce auction

784. the Amish horse and buggy which delighted Moriah and I both

785. an ever helpful mother (my mom, I mean)
786. summer coursework completed for Matt, more family time for us

787. forgiveness shared

788. a meeting without conflict when it seemed to be brewing (I'm reminded not to "borrow trouble")

789. the Lord showing me my sin while showing me His work in Christ, bringing much grace to turn from my sin and cling to Him, far more exceeding joy

790. two excited uncles