So Much to be thankful for

We have so many things to be thankful for.  Even though we are in a recession right now, and money is tight, we still have more than even our parents had!  I am so thankful for all that I have.  I am thankful to have the Gospel of Jesus Christ in my life, it brings me so much hope, peace and joy to my life, it helps me to be a better person, a better mother and wife. I am thankful for a loving husband, who tries so hard to make our life so much easier and works without complaining.  Tim is probably one of the most Christlike people I know.  I have truly been blessed to have him in my life.  I am so thankful to have such good parents and for the anchor they have been in my life.   So often I hear about people who are not on "speaking terms" with their parents, it makes my heart so sad.  I am so thankful for my children, they are such a joy to me, they are my life.  It is hard for me as a mother to see that my children are getting older and don't need me as much.  I want them to stay my little kids forever, but I know that is not possible.  I am trying to enjoy each stage of their life, and hope it doesn't go by too quickly!  So far (knock on wood)! I have enjoyed good health, It is such a blessing to be able to have good health.  I don't think we really realize what a blessing good health is, until we are sick or layed up for any reason, I think then we can appreciate the gift of health!  I am so thankful for our freedom and for the opportunities we enjoy because of our freedom.  Again, We have so much to be grateful for!