Still Thankful.

 Still Thankful.

 

Got up this morning to hear what sounded like little pebbles hitting the house. Guess it was sleet. But nothing was coated with ice and the water for the hens was not frozen solid as it had been a couple of days ago. So, that’s a reason to be thankful. No ice on the lines to stop the electricity.

 

Rolling over in the bed sometimes reminds me that the muscles are attached to the bones. Yep, aches over-easy sometimes. But the old woman can still walk—bent over a bit maybe, but still moving. Another reason to praise God.

 

The dogs are happy and relatively healthy. Thompson “talks” to me when it is time to be fed, but at least he is not too picky. Can’t get a dog coat on Sylvia, but still trying every so often. If she gets cold enough, maybe she will let me put a jacket on her. At least she gets in her crate fairly easily. Again, something for which to give thanks.

 

Patty and Roxie are doing better. They are sleeping almost all night and Roxie is taking her meds. They are happy. So, there’s that.

 

Shona has bronchitis and Albert is having to play school child taxi, but Shona is on meds and will get better soon. SO glad that Albert will take good care of her. Prayers needed.

 

Sterling says that he is sleeping better now than before. Maybe something is working for him with the blood pressure meds and such that he can get a good night’s sleep. Jacqui goes in for hiatal hernia surgery this next Wednesday. Prayers needed.

 

My children are dealing with life just like grown ups usually do, and that means God is showing them the way. May God bless them with common sense and patience.

 

The house has not totally collapsed or otherwise fallen into a canyon of dirt and dog hair, so at least the old woman can keep the dishes washed even if the floors are desperately dirty. Praise God.

 

The hens are still producing about two eggs a day. They come running if the back door is opened and talk to me about some treats. Still have a few treats just for chickens. Two eggs are better than none. Praise God.

 

Each day is another blessing in this life, so still have reason to be thankful. Being mindful of blessings can change each day.

 

Rest well, my friends. You are loved.