creating space

I've been reading a book called "One Thousand Gifts" by Ann Voskamp. She has quickly become one of my very favorite writers in the short time I've been exposed. The book is about the simple and yet deeply significant act of giving thanks. for everything.

"I discover that slapping a sloppy brush of thanksgiving over everything in my life leaves me deeply thankful for very few things in my life."

-Ann Voskamp

I have felt a gaping hole of discontentment in my life lately. There are a few things that I wish were different and about 100 things that are wonderful! Somehow, I keep focusing on the few I'd like to change instead of the hundred I don't want to change. And the discontentment is eating away at my soul. There is no room for anything else. I have to make room. intentionally create space for sustenance. So, instead of slapping a sloppy brush this morning, I will write specifically. I will think specifically and give my gratitude to a worthy God.

1) breath in and out, chest rising. so rhythmic, i forget how miraculous.
2) the soft fur of my cat underneath my hand
3) a sleeping baby
4) winter winds that keep us inside
5) cardinals that perch, fluffing feathers and twitching heads
6) flaky pie crust
7) the person who picks up the trash at the end of the driveway
8) lemon drops with tart lemon juice inside
9) reggae drum beats
10) home. the feeling of being home.

Jesus, thank you.