delightful!!

Hello friends,

I decided to write about delightful things since tomorrow is Valentine's Day and my last post came off as kind of crusty.

1. Hot coffee- in moderation. I made a mistake of coming home from work one day and brewing up a pot that I then sucked down in record time. I still haven't been able to sleep and don't even get me started on the gut issues that followed.

2. Soft fluffy blankets. I live in an old drafty house so cuddly things are essential. I drape it around myself like a cape and feel rather regal.

3. Glitter. Like I tell the preschoolers- every thing is better with glitter on it and you can never have to much of it -unless it's in lip gloss. Too much glitter in lip gloss could have you looking like David Bowie during his Ziggy Stardust phase.

4. The Lord of the Rings trilogy. If you are snowed in pop that in the DVD player and you're set for the next 16 hours.

5. Board games- especially scrabble. My mother and I once played until 4:30 a.m. Is wray a word?

6. Soup. I think I could live on minestrone- seriously.

7. Clearance racks- I love a bargain. Rest in peace World Market. I will think of you every time I use my delightful 12 cup coffee press I got really cheap at your going out of business sale.

8. Energy. It would be delightful if I had enough energy to dedicate time each day for exercise.

9. Good friends. I don't think I had really solid friendships until I was in my 30's. A good friend loves you matter what you wear, drive or where you live. A good friend will tell you things you may not want to hear but need to hear. A good friend encourages you to do your best and when you struggle they are there to help you through. A good friend reminds you not to sweat the small stuff. A good friend shares their Rita cookies with you. A good friend tells you when you are wearing something that really isn't working for you. A good friend makes you laugh. A good friend doesn't betray your trust. A good friend tells you when you have food in you teeth or your breath smells. A good friend forgives and holds no grudges. A good friend prays for you. A good friend keeps you accountable and helps keep you right with God.

10. Family. God has blessed me with a most delightful husband and 2 sweet kids. Sometimes I am completely overwhelmed with thankfulness because I never thought it would be a reality for me. At one time I really did not want to get married- when your parents have had more marriages between them than you have siblings it kind of sours you on it. God lead me to the perfect guy. And we are blessed with two sweet children that we love deeper than the ocean.

11. Hope for the future. Because of Jesus I have a promising future- eternity. I look forward to that day- to be in his presence- Delightful!!

12. Love is delightful. Have a splendid Valentine's Day. Make sure you tell those close to you that you love them- they will think it's delightful.