#thankfultuesday - Thorn Bushes

VIA

I'm pretty sure it is a lifelong goal of mine to be able to see life the way Abraham Lincoln is talking about in this quote. The ability to see the positive in a negative situation, to be grateful for what is there instead of complaining about it.

Today's gratitude list is going to be compiled of just that, the roses I've found among the thorn bushes. 

I'm grateful for....

1. I'm grateful for the overtime pay I was able to get for working on Saturday.

2. I'm grateful for how much better my day was on Sunday because church was first thing, instead of waiting until 1 to go.

3. I'm grateful for the beauty that comes from these sunny days, even if it makes it colder outside.

4. I'm grateful for the benefit my body receives when I exercise, even if I hate running.

5. I'm grateful for the new friends I made even though I had to work on a Saturday.

6. I'm grateful for a mother who helps me see the fun in dating, instead of just the stress.

7. I'm grateful for wonderful nephews who live with me and always are happy to see me even though sometimes they are a little loud ;).

8. I'm grateful to have a heater that works in my car, even though it cost a lot to fix it.

9. I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to give at Christmas, even if it left me semi-broke ;).

10. I'm grateful for all the wonderful opportunities I have to serve in my church, even if it leaves me without very much time for myself.

What roses among the thorn bushes are you grateful for?