Day 8 /365

Today, I am thankful for...

1.) the enchanting hush that falls over the land when it's snowing...especially when the rest of the world is asleep; it's like being wrapped in a heavenly cocoon

2.) the gifts of life's challenges, even when I don't see or know them at the time; having faith they're there

3.) the soothing rhythm of crocheting

4.) the security folks at work, they bookend my day with friendly greetings

5.) my shower massage water filter... and a nice warm shower

6.) the sweet, chocolately-brown doll mom made for me; clothed in one of Kamaria's baby dresses, handmade shoes...beads, embroidered face and hand-looped hair... what Love went into making her... "thanks mom"