Monday, December 14, 2009

What I know this December morn....



that we are loved immensely by our Creator, enough for Him to sacrifice His only Son so that we can live eternally in Heaven above....

that I'm thankful for so many blessings in my life, thankful for good times and even the bad ~ as trying times make us appreciate the good so much more and build character within us.....

that my family is precious. Each and every member ~ I'm blessed with a wonderful husband and five amazing sons...a sweet daughter-in-law and an angel of a granddaughter. I miss those who are no longer with us and cherish their memory.
I am so thankful for times spent together in the past.

that friends are the bread of life. They sustain you, they lift you, they cheer you....they inspire you ~ As I tip-toe through your blogs, I see your heart and soul, how much you love your family and how much you share with others. Where would we be without our friends?

....thank you precious friends, for all you are to me.


29 comments:

FrenchGardenHouse said...

That is a perfect note from your heart. I love your heart, Dawn, it is loving, kind, welcoming and everything a friend should be. It's one of the most amazing thing about this whole blogging adventure, to meet friends like you to love. xoxo Lidy

Laurie said...

I am fairly new to your blog, and I am enjoying getting to know you more, Dawn. Not only is your blog lovely, but your spirit is lovely, too, and I thank you for your sharing today. God has given us His precious Son as our Gift of salvation, and your words today reminded me to take the time to ponder all He has done.

Hearts Turned said...

What a lovely post this morning, Dawn! I know all these things, too, and am so grateful! I've been so blessed as well--thanks for such a gracious reminder of all that's good!

Hope you have a glorious December day!

Blondie's Journal said...

Dawn~~~

This is a beautiful post, truly spoken from your heart. It makes me think of how grateful I am for all of my blessing as well. And I cherish all of my blogging friends too. What a whole new world it has opened up and my appreciation for friendship is a mile wide!!

Have a wonderful week, my friend!

xoxo
Jane

Andylynne said...

Blessings on you and yours. Thank you for a beautiful post.

Journal Swag said...

How sweet you are Dawn! Thank you for being who you are, and for adding so much to the blogging community. I love what you do for new bloggers and love all of your posts and the projects you share with us.

Hugs,
Sheila

Simply Jessabells said...

Thank you Dawn for making stop and take a moment to think about my life and throw up a quick thank you to God for all he does for us.

Linda K. said...

What a beautiful post. We really appreciate your pretty images.
Many Blessings Dear Lady,
Linda

Nancy in CA said...

Dawn your blog is my first stop each morning.
What a truly beautiful post today. Thank you
so much for your heartfelt thoughts and the lovely images. Nancy in So Cal

Elizabeth said...

Beautiful thoughts, Dawn, perfectly expressed. I feel the same way you do. Your words mirror my own feelings about life.

I pray that God will bless you and your family during this wonderful season and always.

Have a wonderful day!

When you have time, stop by for a Christmas story. :)

Sweet Magnolias Farm said...

Your Post is so very true ...and it's so nice to see those willing to share their heart and their love for our Creator..He truly loves us and what a beautiful time and oppurtunity of the Year to Celebrate our Jesus.

Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and Warm Winter Blessings ...

Sara of Sweet Magnolias Farm

Sweet Old Vintage said...

Very Lovely Post Dawn...... I know you are enjoying the offerings of the season as I am.... It truly is a wonderful time of the year if you let your heart rejoice in it.

Magic Moonlight said...

I feel so down this morning, and when I read your Post... it was like you write it for me and thinking everybody have bad times, and what make a difference is how We get up and try our best one more time... and We still need to be Thankful for everything in our lives, Thank-you Dawn, Thank you for being who you are to Us.

Barbara Jean said...

I will say "AMEN!" to that.

Blessings friend

barbara jean

Charlene said...

What a sweet post from the heart! We are all so very blessed & sometimes in the hurry scurry of the season it is easy to forget how blessed we are. You brought the point front & center! Thank you for sharing you heart & I feel so much the same. Family & friends are indeed treasures in our life. Also, thank you for sharing the images! They are beautiful! Have a wonderful week dear friend. Charlene

SharDon Exclusives said...

Dawn, what a sweet post, just like you. Thinking of you and baby Clara during this Christmas season. It must be wonderful to see the wonder in her precious eyes. We are so blessed!
Have a wonderful Christmas,
Sharon

BellaRosa said...

Dawn that was so beautifully said :)I still thank you so much each and everytime I go onto my blog, for giving me such a wonderful gift into such a wonderful world! :) I have missed so much...in just the few days that I was away from visiting, you will be at 1300 posts before you know it! Loved talking to you as always :) Besos, Rose

Libbie said...

Okay...5 SONS!!!! Wow you are amazing! I can't remember if I knew that about you. I am trying sooooo hard to survive just 1 (The second one is too little to cause trouble...yet) Wow you deserve a big ole' badge of honor to wear on your sleeve :)

Very Very sweet post that shares a bit of your heart. :)

Really... I am still amazed you are alive in one piece.

Anonymous said...

Thank you, dear Dawn, for your encouraging words in this post. It's been a difficult year. I know these things, and could recite them back to you, but we can never hear about the love of our savior enough. He is the One who sustains me.
Merry, merry Christmas, Dawn, and blessings upon blessings in the coming year.
Annie

Julie Pishny said...

Gorgeous image of the lady with the dove - so delicately beautiful - thanks for sharing with us, Dawn. Happy Holidays - Julie

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

Beautifully written! I love to visit your blog...I always feel better! Happy holidays!

TAPESTRIESOFNATURE said...

DAWN, YOUR POST BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES. IT DOES SEEM THAT THIS TIME OF YEAR CAUSES US TO REFLECT MORE ON OUR BLESSINGS AND TO THINK MORE ABOUT THOSE LOVED ONES THAT ARE NO LONGER WITH US. I LOVE THAT SO MANY OF US CARRY ON THE TRADITIONS THAT WE WERE RAISED WITH AND TRULY TREASURE THE MEMORIES AND SENTIMENT OF THE CHRISTMAS SEASON.

THANK YOU FOR THE KIND COMMENT ON MY BLOG.

HAVE A HAPPY AND MERRY WEEK, JUDY

Brown Bee Studio said...

Dawn, I'm new to your blog but these words...YOUR words from YOUR heart...are the sweetest testament to your spirit! I am experiencing one of the most difficult times in my life thus far, but you have reminded me...gently, lovingly, without judgment or chastisement...of the things that truly matter. Thank you for the loveliest of gifts! xoxo AndieBee

June said...

Sweet Dawn, in sharing your heart today, you have blessed mine. You are truly the warmest of souls and what a gift your friendship is to many here in this community of hearts.
I'm inspired by your generosity of spirit in helping others learn to create things of beauty that will bless their lives.
Yes, we all have so much to be thankful for and this is the perfect season for reflecting on the gifts.
hugs
hugs

Shopgirl said...

You are so good to remind us of the blessings we have. Your blog is part of my life...I do not know what I was doing before I found blogland, and my sweet Dawn.
Blessed to be a Blessing,
Love, Mary

The Rustic Victorian said...

The words are from one of Gods Angels on earth.
Love
Marcie

About Me... said...

Good Morning! As always, a visit to your blog is enriching and uplifting...both a treat for the senses and soulfood! Thank you for the elegant images and sweet holiday thoughts. Too too lovely.

Karen said...

Dawn,
thank you for sharing your sweet self, your family, your home and all of creative ideas with each of us. You help to brighten my day, each and every day! Conitnue to keep me smiling and upbeat as you share yourself and your life with us. Early Happy Holidays and may 2010 be full of blessings from our Lord. Hugs, Karen

Sarah said...

That is such a lovely post. :) Hello Dawn,
I hope you are having the best of time. :)


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