One Thousand Gifts: the book

Since January 1, 2010, I have been actively counting the many gifts God has blessed me with. I was inspired by Ann at A Holy Experience to begin this quest. It has been such a blessing to me and a daily reminder to be thankful for so many things.

I was very excited when I discovered that Ann has recently authored a book, One Thousand Gifts. Mine should arrive soon (they're on sale at Amazon.com for $10 through today!) and I am so looking forward to its arrival.

I'm also looking forward to reading it with an online book club, Bloom, over at (in}courage.
Discussions will begin in two weeks so there's still time for you to join up as well. I know it will be great!

*****

0231. feeding my family nourishing, homemade food

0232. giggling over a funny book with my daughter

0233. experiencing the joy of sledding all over again through my children

0234. having a needed tough talk with someone and it going well

0235. my new, amazingly comfortable tennis shoes

0236. having my son show me his *magic* tricks

0237. helping my daughter meet her goals

0238. listening to my children recite Scripture from memory

0239. a quiet evening out with my hubby

0240. unexpected words of encouragement

Comments

Kandis said…

ordering this THIS WEEK. have heard wonderful things about it. thanks for reminding me.

January 24, 2011 at 4:32 PM

Lora @ my blessed life said…

Kandis~
That's awesome! Are you going to participate in the online book club, too?

January 24, 2011 at 5:00 PM

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