i am thankful – friday favorite things

by Rachel Marie Martin
I am thankful this week.

friday favorite things | finding joy

Blessed by my
 Samuel
I love this picture of him
I wonder what he’s thinking as he’s staring
out the window.
Love him.

This week we played cards in the middle of the morning
 {Phase 10} 
with my Chloe and Gracie
and you know? I was okay with doing that
and leaving the math book on the shelf for that morning.

Thankful for the coffee in the morning
{As I’ve been awake with sweet Hannah due to her foot surgery}
that helps me wake up.
And to drink it in this simple coffee cup
I bought in Hilton Head Island this summer.
Sweet memories.

I love the 
beauty of the sun 
streaming in my kitchen
reflecting off the surfaces
and how it illuminates my favorite pitcher.

These days in the midst of surgeries
and sleepless nights makes me so grateful
for all the little moments in life.
I am absolutely blessed by
Caleb
 writing his thanks.

And I love the simplicity
and the beauty
in watching my little boy
sit at the table and play
so contentedly.
I could learn from him.

It’s those moments
those beautiful little moments
that make life joyful.

Being grateful in all
is a posture that defines
me and my outlook on life.

And that posture
comes from
resting in the Lord.

Want to join Friday Favorite Things? It’s easy. Write up your own list of favorite moments from the week {or post a favorite post or picture}, grab the button at the beginning of the post, add your link to the linky, and hop around and visit other participants. Come on – join the fun!

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15 comments

JDaniel4's Mom November 18, 2011 - 12:43 pm

What beautiful things to be thankful for!

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Hodgepodgemom November 18, 2011 - 1:13 pm

You and your daughter have been on my mind and in my prayers this week. So especially important to focus on all the blessings – every day – but especially when there is much healing going on in the home 🙂

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Megan November 18, 2011 - 1:31 pm

What a wonderful list. I love the picture of Samuel looking out the window. I’m happy everything went well for Hannah, and I’m glad you have that coffee to wake you up in the morning. 🙂

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Alene November 18, 2011 - 2:21 pm

Joining in. Thanks for the opportunity to reflect on my week and see how much I had to be thankful for. blessings this Thanksgiving week friend.

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carissa at lowercase letters November 18, 2011 - 2:35 pm

okay, that last picture is stunning. i always adore getting a peak into your daily life to see your sweet moments. praying for hannah to recover well. xoxo!

ps. i do love that hilton head mug. it reminds me of something. like when i got to meet one of my favorite people in the world. : )

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Amy November 18, 2011 - 2:39 pm

Oh WOW Rachel 🙂 I love the sun too! 🙂 isnt it amazing how it lights up our life in so many ways! Love YOUR fridays FAVE things! 🙂 as always! I continued the Dear letters! 🙂 i loved that idea! so inspiring!

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Jodi November 18, 2011 - 3:18 pm

Praying for Hannah’s quick healing. What wonderful things to be thankful for! Thanks for hosting. 🙂

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thea November 18, 2011 - 3:53 pm

Wonderful pictures of some wonderful favorite things.

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Larri @ Seams Inspired November 18, 2011 - 3:56 pm

Fabulous favorites for which to be thankful. Your photos are so beautiful…just like your heart. ☺ Happy Friday!

PS…I wrote about you & your blog today. (((HUGS))) http://www.seamsinspired.com/2011/11/favourite-things-friday_18.html

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Aurie{OurGoodLife} November 18, 2011 - 4:01 pm

Love this post, sweet friend! Praying for you and Hannah – so glad that she’s healing well.

And…thank you for leaving the math on the shelf & playing a game 🙂

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Yana November 18, 2011 - 4:49 pm

Truly, we have so much to be thankful for! I love that pitcher photo… the lighting is glorious. Blessings!

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Gwen Toliver November 18, 2011 - 6:30 pm

Praying for you, Rachel – it seems there is much craziness in both our lives right now – but focusing on our blessings makes all the difference. Gal. 6:9

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Petra November 18, 2011 - 9:23 pm

Beautiful list and photos. Glad you little one is feeling better. God is good!

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Lea also known as "CiCi" November 19, 2011 - 2:18 am

Always love your Friday Favorites and I had hoped to participate today but time ran out. :o)

Happy weekend to you and your sweet family.

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Shanda November 25, 2011 - 4:13 am

So much to be thankful for! Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Thanks for hosting.

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