Day 5

I am thankful for warm clothes because it's cold outside folks. With all the struggles I am facing lately, at least I have food to eat, shelter over my head, and warm clothes to wear. Praying for those who don't have these things.

I am really enjoying this activity. It is allowing me to actually carry out rather well what Fr. Anthony advised me years ago: "Be attentive to blessings."

On another note, prayers at 2 PM for my interview will be very much appreciated. I really need a job.

Day 4

I am thankful for my faith. After reading the chapters from Sam Harris and Richard Dawkins, I am glad I have something bigger than me, something other than me to put my hope and trust in. I can't imagine how scary an existence belief in nothing would be. But to have confidence that unconditional love itself is taking an interest in me is a valuable source of hope and security.

Day 3

I am thankful for God who blesses me in ways I could never imagine and never fails to answer my prayers. My trust in God has brought me a lot in life and His blessings continue to shower down on me (I love it when how is unexpected).

Last night at "Open Mic Night" I heard this song, and I really feel like it describes how I want to live my life:

Day 2 . . .

Today I am thankful for real friends, my family, and those people who really care about me. The ones who I talk to and feel uplifted, not the people I talk to and start questioning all my decisions.

On another note, I'd appreciate prayers for a very special personal intention. God knows what it is.

Day 1

I see a lot of people updating Facebook statuses, starting today posting for what they are thankful. In the interest of procrastinating (how's that for honesty), I am going to write a blog post with something I want to give thanks for each day.

So, without further ado, Day 1:

I am thankful for being born in this time, place, and culture. Being born a female in 1980's America has offered me opportunities that would not otherwise be available to me. Prior to this time I would not be sitting her in a graduate theology library while I procrastinate on doing my homework. With all of its imperfections and pitfalls as a woman, this really is the best time and culture in which to be living. Other times I would not be allowed to pursue higher education, and at my age I'd be an old spinster.