Day Thirteen

I am thankful for church. For family. Because they are too wonderful. I am lucky to have always been a part of a great congregation. The church I grew up was where I became a Christian, and where I met my unbiological sister who is still my greatest girlfriend. It's where I discovered youth rallies, bible camp (the best part of summer!), VBS's, and had my first crushes:) It's what drove me to choose a Christian college, which is where I ultimately met my husband. It's where I got married, where we had multiple wedding/baby showers that gave us so much love and gifts we never had to want for anything once we were through. It's where I've turned for counseling, for friendship, for holiday sharing, for laughs, for love. It's now where I've met some wonderful new friends, and am watching my sweet little girl discover Jesus and His love, with women who are phenomenal teachers that impact her each class she has. There's no denying I love my church. I look forward to Sundays not just for the day of rest but the chance to see friends and the opportunity to feel uplifted. An opportunity to make me think and remind me why I'm here and what I'm meant to do. So that's what I'm thankful for today.