Sunday Seven

It's definitely time to lighten things up around here! This week has been filled with some reflective and thought-filled posts. Some weeks are like that for me. My Sunday Seven this week reflects seven things for which I am grateful this past week:

1. I'm grateful for the ability to read. I have almost finished two books this week. I don't take this lightly as I know adults who struggle everyday with reading to make meaning of the simplest things. It's a "gift" for which I am glad....for it is a "gift" that can and does take me to spectacular places and helps me reach new personal heights.

2. I'm so thankful for family. Yesterday we spent time enjoying our "Tampa Crew" as we celebrated DS 1 and my Mother's birthdays. I brought my nieces and nephew home with me last night so their Mom and Dad could go out for some "adult time" for a while. I love spending time with them and watching them grow. It's a blessing to me.

3. My Darling Husband. God knew exactly what he was doing when He gave me "this" man. He is ever-patient with all the craziness that is our lives...and he "allows" me to go and do and be and explore all the avenues I want to...while always remaining a rock for me. I love that fact that he is always there for me.

4. Our new church. We went bowling with the new Middle School Youth leaders and some other people from the church the other night. It's strange being "new" to a place (as I've said here before)...but I am so thankful for a place that is allowing us to just "rest" and "be" for right now....and not constantly pushing us to "do" and "give" (not that doing and giving isn't important). It's almost like a much needed "break" for me.

5. My job. I know I've said this before. I really do love what I do. I think when I really "dig" into the "why" for this a couple of things come to my mind: a) I feel "called" to education. It's truly my passion. b) I work with a great team of people. I know that my voice is heard in our school, and I'm glad. I also know that when I need to be quiet or "get a life" my colleagues are not afraid to tell me. It's such a blessing to be in a place that is a balance of give and take.

6. Music. I love the fact that I can listen to all kinds of music! When I think about the CDs in my car, I would describe it as eclectic. It's little bits of all kinds of styles and genres. I'm happiest when there's music playing and I can sing along. I find such peace in it.

7. Blogging. I continue to realize just what a support the blogging community is. I am regularly nudged out of my comfort zone when I surf some of your blogs. I also sense such love and support out there. It's something that cannot be described to those who don't do it...it's one of those things where the depth and breadth is only realized when you dive in and give it a go.

Happy Sunday, Everyone!!