thankful for...

• the exact people that God has placed in my life. the people that i get to be with on a daily basis. thanks for these specific brothers and sisters.
• all of history. every single event, relationship, wonderful thing, sorrowful thing--all of that comes through the hands of a good and strong God.
• our new baby. Nina Joy Stepanian.
• a sky that is always changing, always beautiful.
• the holy Word of God. that i can read it any time I want. i'm thankful for freedom.
• that God doesn't stop working in me.
• Ana loving Anja.
• trust.
• friendship.
• funny things like the Office.
• a warm coat.
• good food every day. and that I get to grocery shop. i like that.
  
• a healthy body--for me and people I love.
• Grandma, still standing firm.
• Dad who is wise and loving. Mama who is a dear friend that leads me to Jesus.
• that I know God's calling on my life. that he's been clear with me.
• for emotions.
• books that stretch and encourage and judge me and influence me.
• a warm and safe and inviting home.
• a church where I want to be.
• music.
• beauty.
• redemption in Jesus.