Thankful

Words always fail to convey the feelings in my heart but I am going to try.

Today is a day for gratitude. Gratitude to those who have given their lives so that we can have freedom. Freedom to live in peace, freedom to own land and raise a family and freedom to worship our God. What a miraculous blessing that we have. It is our responsibility to protect that freedom for it is a gift given from our Father in Heaven. I am grateful for all of those who are currently fighting for freedom and for all those who continue to stand up for what is right in a world that seems to be so...wrong....

but I would be remiss if I didn't thank an entirely different group of people in this world. Throughout my pregnancy and Brooklyn's life I have always had support. I know that God is always mindful of my family but it is true that He has been answering our prayers through the hands of angels. I can't express how deeply I feel gratitude for those who have been such good friends to me throughout the months and days of stress and anxiety. I am so grateful to have family who love us and serve us. And I am so thankful for each individual prayer on our behalf. Thank you to those in my church who have brought us meals for weeks running, who took care of my in laws when they went to church without me while Brooklyn was alive and for welcoming me back with love and warmth. Thank you for your kind words and cards, for your loving thoughts, condolences and friendship. It is such a comfort to know that I have so many people who love and care for my family. Thank you for inquiring after my wellness and especially worrying about my sweet husband. I am so thankful for the knowledge that I have help if ever I need it and Bentley has about a hundred stand-by babysitters. :)
And thank you to all those who don't live close--and those who I don't know personally--who have sent their love and their service through prayers. What a truly beautiful gift. That so many people would pray for my little girl, and my family, has really touched my heart.
Thank you for putting my name on your prayer rolls and for taking time out of your busy lives to spare a thought for our aching hearts. Have peace, knowing that God has heard all of our prayers and answered them ten fold.

I love and adore all of you. Thank you so much. Have a wonderful independence day. Spend it with your loved ones. You have the freedom to do so. Don't take a minute for granted!

Courtney