Happy Easter Everyone!

Ok, so those of you who have read this already, please forgive me, the stupid computer deleted my original blog!! :-(

So, what I had posted earlier, is that on this blessed Easter Sunday, I was working very hard to be thankful for what I have.  I am a very blessed person, I have a wonderful family, great friends, I live in the United States, my children are healthy, happy and (mostly) well behaved.  But as we all know, we sometimes wish for more. 

My dream house out in the country

I really don't want much! :-)

See the island with the stools for my kids to eat breakfast and
do their homework?  And the beautiful view outside over the
kitchen sink!

In my Bible study group, we have been discussing our 'wants' versus what God's wishes are for us and how the don't always mesh.  Like how I really, really want to move into our 'Forever Home' out in the country so my children can always come HOME.  Not just the latest house that we live in.  I sometimes forget how amazing my life truly is when I see people all around me who have what I wish to have.  But I don't know what is really going on in their lives, if their children are ok, their marriages, themselves.  They could seem to have everything that I have always wanted materially, but are broke spiritually.  So, I am working very hard this Easter to recognize the beautiful life I lead and to thank God every day for the blessings he/she/it has given me.  

Like this.......

Or this.....

And finally, this.....

Dear Lord,

On this Easter Sunday, I wish to thank you so very much for the riches you have given me and to recognize that it is YOU that is in control, not me, and to be grateful for the wonderful life you have chosen for me.  

Love, Sarah