I am having a muuuuuch better day than yesterday. I just felt like having a pity party yesterday. I actually started having one today, but then either me or God reminded me of how my mom said to turn pity parties into thankful parties. So, here's why I thank God:

I was born into a wonderful Christian family, so I suffer no persecution at home.

I am pretty. No, that is not egotistical, I'm just stating a fact. In God's eyes, I'm gorgeous. In the world's eyes... well, let's not talk about them. ;)

I have a passion for hurting people(er, people who are hurting).

I go to a good youth group(I'm going to a party there tonight).

I go to an awesome church overall. We don't try to shut God in or anything like some other churches I've been too. Plus, all the people at my church are really friendly.

God blesses me through dreams and talking to me and allowing me to know His Presence.

I have an awesome relationship with Caleb, and Mallory likes me as well.

My mom understands my vows and ambitions, even if she doesn't agree with them(keeping my first kiss for my husband, for example). She also helps me with discernment and interpreting my dreams.

My dad, well, my dad is just the best dad in the world. I mean that. I really, really love him, even though sometimes I fail to show it.

I'm smart. I thank God for that because my sister is mentally retarded, and I could have been too.

Diaryland. 'Nuff said.

The Bible.

The HOLY SPIRIT!!! Yay God!

Jesus and the Cross. *shudder* I hate to think that God went through that for me, but I know He did.

12, 13, and 14. Those deserve extra thanks.

My home. Thank You, Lord, that you have blessed me with a home and a room of my own.

My clothes and food.

My friends: God, Jennifer, Heather, Samantha, Andrew, Jessie, Lori, Ashley, Jayme, Stacey, Ashley T, Leanne, Tory, and a bunch more but I only have five minutes.

That I don't smoke, drink, etc.

That I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

That I have money to buy the things I need.

That I can keep in touch with my friends and family through cell phones, internet, etc.

That God gives me interpretation of my dreams.

I have more, but I have to get off. Mr. Leeb said that anyone who is done with their essay has to get off. Until!

Love in Christ,
(:Emily:)

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