God has really been so good to my family. When I look back at the hard times that we’ve been through (or when I hear my parents reminisce the past), I always feel more than grateful to God. I owe God a lot. We owe God a lot. And it’s such a shame that sometimes I go off the “good track.”
But.
I’m thankful for the chance to retrace my steps –again and again– back to God.
I’m thankful for a loving God who never lets me go.
I’m thankful for God’s provision and also, for these cool gifts I received a couple of days ago.
Last but not the least, I am thankful for the rich life (not so much in material sense) He has blessed my mother -who celebrated her birthday last Tuesday. She’s always been our anchor and I pray for good health and more years for her to serve the Lord. My father and sister will also be celebrating their birthdays few days from now –thank you Lord for the wonderful years that had gone by and for the years that are yet to come.
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by maiylah, on June 19 2008 @ 9:19 am
i agree, Zen … we owe God a lot. in fact, everything!
have a blessed day!
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by Gina, on June 19 2008 @ 9:38 am
Oh that looks so good!!! Yum!
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by Stacy, on June 19 2008 @ 9:42 am
What a nice thankful list! And that picture — can I just say YUMMY!
by Denise, on June 19 2008 @ 10:18 am
Bless your beautiful and very thankful heart.
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by Iris, on June 19 2008 @ 10:34 am
Happy belated birthday to your Mom
I am sure that you all had a fabulous celebration 
Yes, God is good - especially in the hard times - He is very faithful.
Congratulations on the precious gifts you received
Thank you so much for sharing your grateful heart with us this week.
Blessings to you and your precious family.
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by Serendipity, on June 19 2008 @ 3:31 pm
What a lovely thankful list! Ooh the ice cream looks yummy! Have a blessed day!
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by Beth@theaccidentalpharisee, on June 19 2008 @ 10:30 pm
I always enjoy stopping by and reading your list on Thankful Thursdays!
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by Kellan, on June 19 2008 @ 10:46 pm
This was a beautiful post. I too give so much glory to God for the happiness and blessings in my life!!!
Thanks for your kind words on my post - you are a good friend. Have a good day - Kellan
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by Rosheeda, on June 20 2008 @ 12:08 am
Great list, and the do-overs God grants are such sweetness!
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by BP, on June 20 2008 @ 2:23 am
Happy Thankful Thursday! Thank you God for birthdays to celebrate those we love!
by xhien, on June 20 2008 @ 2:32 am
can i have a slice of that cake?
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by Marsha, on June 20 2008 @ 10:47 am
You are so right. Richness does not necessarily come via financial means. The riches of Christ are given freely to us and are inexhaustible.
Thank you for this thoughtful post.
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by pia, on June 20 2008 @ 12:43 pm
God does provide! praise God! happy TT.
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by Stacy, on June 21 2008 @ 5:45 am
Yes, I agree He has blessed our family too and I am so grateful for the trials and storms He has brought us through. I’m so thankful that He has over and over again allowed me the chance to get back on track. Great list. Have a blessed weekend in Christ Jesus.
Stacy
by jessica, on June 21 2008 @ 9:57 am
Oh my god that looks good yummmmy!!!
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