Blessing Day 17 - Music

I played music growing up, the accordion, flute, piccolo, violin. I had lessons for all of them at various time and mastered them. I’m trying to teach myself guitar but am not motivated enough to practice enough to matter.  Any way I have a deep appreciation for music. It can lift me up, bring a smile to my face, get me dancing, bring back memories and generally makes me feel good. 

Blessings Day 16 - Financial Stability

I have enough money to meet my needs with a little left over for fun. I live a very simple life by choice. This allows me a lot of free time to pursue things I find interesting. 

Blessing Day 15 - Food

OK this might be a little weird, but I volunteer at a Food Pantry and see people who don’t have enough food to eat each week. I’m thankful that I’m able to purchase enough food for myself and my family.

Blessing Day 14 - Neighbors

When the leukemia medicine was making me so sick my neighbors were such a help. One came every morning and walked my dog. For 5 months. Another brought me homemade food many times. I know if I have an issue I can call them for help and they will do whatever they can to help me. 

Blessing Day 13 - Reliable Car

Last year I had a 13 year old Saturn. It was a great car. I got to 100,000 miles and started having problems with it. It broke down a couple times and was in and out of the shop. A year ago I bought a new car. I feel so much more comfortable and safe in my new car. With the old one I was always anxious and fearful of being stranded somewhere. Some people take their cars for granted. But every day I feel blessed that I was able to purchase a new, reliable car for myself.

Blessing Day 12 - Work

I have a great job. I work 17 hours a week taking care of twin boys after school. The family is very nice, the boys are fun and generally well behaved, its 10 minutes from my house, I get paid vacation days and holidays. It’s perfect.

Blessings Day 11 - Pets

My pets give me such joy. I have an 18 year old cat and a 10 year old dog. They are always ready for a cuddle. They greet me at the door so happy to see me. No matter how my day was they just want to be with me. Unconditional love. It’s a wonderful thing.

I'm participating in the Nester's 31 days of blogging. I've decided to blog on 31 days of blessings. These are in no particular order.