Blessings....

Thank you to everyone who is praying for baby Stellan.  He has had a rough day but seems to be resting right now.  Please continue to pray.

Someone at work asked me why I follow such depressing blogs.  I don't see them as depressing. Heartbreaking at times, yes.  But I also see them so full of hope and miracles and so many of these families have such a heart for God.  I pray that should we ever be in a situation similar to many of these families that I am able be as strong and to be able to share that strength with others.  In the meantime, I will thank God daily for my healthy family and friends.

So tonight I just want to  share a few of my blessings with you:

1)  for Michael - a man I don't deserve, a love that is true.  I couldn't ask for a better man as the father of my son.   My best friend - a man that loves to make me laugh and has taught me to laugh at myself.

2)  for Andrew - an amazing teenager with whom I have learned so much from.  He has made me stronger in my faith and more in love with his daddy.  His faith is strong, his heart is tender for others.  I couldn't ask for anything better!

3)  for my family - and there are enough of them!  Each one (although we have many moments) make me a better person one way or another.  Some are good at pointing out my weaknesses and others give me strength.  For each one I am thankful.

4)  for my friends - I have 4 really close friends that continually bless me.  Each one is in  my life for a reason - not just a season.  I pray that I am able to be a blessing to them as well.

5)   for a job I enjoy at a place I love to work.  For bosses that are true Christians - they walk the talk.  For coworkers that allow me to be me at work.  That I don't have a commute to work (sorry Tim, that was for you!)

6)  for Bev, Tom, Sandy and all the others that have had a huge impact in my growth as a Christian.  I am thankful that I am in a country where I can worship and share my faith with others without persecution.  

7)  for McDonald's cokes for $1.00.  Oh wait, that might not be a good thing!

So today as we part, I ask that you continue to pray for baby Stellan and his family.  May God give them His strength during this time.

Heavenly Father - tonight we lift up baby Stellan and his family.  Our prayer is for wisdom for the doctors and to give the family strength.  Send angels to surround the family and give them the peace that can only come from You.  May they continue to feel your Presence during this time.  In the love of your Son Jesus we ask these blessings for this family.  Amen Lord.