ABCs of Thanksgiving!

I saw this idea on somebody's facebook. They have been doing an ABCs of thankfulness since Thanksgiving is on the 26th of the month. Theirs was one a day since November 1, but I decided I liked the idea enough to do it all at once. So here goes (stick around...you might see yourself, if you're lucky).

A-Argentina. I am so thankful for the experience I had living in Argentina. I learned things about God, myself, and other people that I will never forget. I constantly think about the relationships I formed there and remember how evident God was to me in that work.
B- Brenna. Brenna is an awesome roommate. She and I have laughed for hours watching our favorite Food and Game Show Network shows. She is someone you can be goofy or serious with. Because she works mostly from home, she is usually here when I get home from a day of teaching and is always eager to hear about my day!
C- College. I am so thankful for the education I received at ACU, and each day I realize that it truly did prepare me for this next stage of life. The friendships that I formed there are ones that are such a blessing and I've enjoyed keeping up with everyone since graduation.
D- Darby. I have the best brother-in-law! He truly loves and takes care of my sister better than anyone else can. He is such a hard worker in school, and I am so thankful that he is part of our family.
E- Eternal Life. I am so thankful that I have an eternal life that is even better than this earthly life. I love my earthly life and to think that something could be better simply baffles me!
F- Family and Friends. Of course, this had to be here. I am so blessed with an amazing community around me.
G- God. I'm so thankful for my Father who is continually guiding me and showing me in which direction I should go. He has watched over me and brought me to this enjoyable point in my life.
H- Hickey Elementary. I am so thankful that I got my teaching job. It has been such a blessing. I wake up everyone morning excited to go to work...what a blessing!
I- Identity. I am so thankful and so blessed to say that my identity is in Christ. Nothing I say or do defines who I am. I am simply and wonderfully a child of the almighty King. (That makes me a princess!!)
J- Jeremy. What an incredible blessing he is! He is the best boyfriend. Truly thoughtful, encouraging, and supportive. He works so hard in school and I'm so proud of his accomplishments, and more so, of his heart for God,
K- Kayla. My one and only sister. She and I have such a unique relationship. She is one of the most thoughtful people I know. I miss her so much, and am glad to not only have a sister but a friend!
L- Love. From my family, friends, and mostly my God.
M- Matt. My one and only brother. He is hilarious and we just laugh and laugh when we're together. He is also one of the wisest people I know, and I learn from him everyday.
N- New York Yankees. HAHA...they won the World Series! We know I'm thankful for that!
O- Opportunity. I'm so thankful for the opportunities I've had for traveling, learning, and discovering.
P- Parents. I truly have the best parents in the world. Talk about supportive!! I have never doubted their unconditional love for me. I am so blessed to feel like I can talk to my parents about anything and so blessed by their constant support and encouragement.
Q-Quality of life. I'm thankful that I have a roof over my head, food on my table, and clothes to wear each day. I'm thankful that I never have to go hungry and that I always have a place to lay my head at night.
R- Rescue. I love the image of Christ as our rescuer. The mighty man that sweeps in when we cannot handle it any longer and just carries us to where we need to be. I am so thankful that I have a God who rescues me from my despair and from my trouble and places me on higher ground.
S-Students. I have 15 precious fourth grade students that I just adore! They keep me on my toes and keep me laughing! They are also such little smarty-pants! I love them!
T- Trials. I'm thankful for trials and hardships that I've had to persevere through. They have made me the person I am today.
U- Uncertainty. I'm thankful for uncertainty, that my whole life cannot be planned out today. It keeps me humble and reminds me constantly that there is a bigger God in control of my life.
V- Valerie. My best friend! She and I have been on more adventures together (even if it's just out our front door). She is the most caring person, and I am so blessed to live with her. She and I are brutally honest with one another. We laugh together, we cry together, and we often do both at the same time!
W- Working out. I am so thankful that I am healthy and able to move and participate in physical activity.
X- Xmas. It's right around the corner! I'm thankful for 2 weeks off and time to be with my family!
Y- Youth. I am thankful that I'm still young and still have most of my life ahead of me! I'm so excited to see what the future holds.
Z- Zero. I'm thankful that zero is the number of times I wish I were anywhere different doing anything different!

Well, I hope you've enjoyed my ABCs! I encourage you to take some time to think of what you're thankful for. Can you think of 26? Or more?

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!