Rainy Wednesday Thankfulness

I’ve been a little low the past couple weeks. Despite the beauty all around, I’ve been finding that spring makes me sad. Our girl died in April, so every spring has this kind of heaviness as we remember where we were this time however many years ago. As I was reflecting on what to write, I just really don’t feel like focusing on the sad today. My life is beautiful. It is difficult, but it is beautiful. So, here are some things for which I am thankful on this rainy Wednesday.

These may seem like ordinary little latches to you. But they are what keeps my son from running away on a daily basis. He’s learned how to open our screen doors and Micah finally installed these latches. Now he can look out but can’t get out. Glory hallelujah.

Spinach (and other things) growing away in our garden. And by our garden, I mean Micah’s garden. He does all the work. But I love this time of year when everything is just starting for the year.

Three composters. OK, so really it’s two composters and a food digester. We got “The Cone” food digester and it has eliminated so much of our garbage it’s amazing! We’ve also been doing a heck of a job with recycling lately. Yesterday Micah took out our kitchen trash for the first time in a week and a half! Woo!

The Party Tree is alive again! I guess it was always alive, but the leaves are back and with every sunny day welcome us to relax under their shade. I love this tree.

These little flowers. I don’t know what they are but they are so sweet.

My tulips! Granted, tulip season is almost at an end. These little beauties have just come into their own and are adding some loveliness to our front flower bed.

This coffee mug. I got it from Crate and Barrel when we were on vacation a couple weeks ago. It’s HUGE and my new favorite mug.

This kid. Who woke up (from his SECOND nap of the day) asking to watch Nemo and wanted to bring his blankets, pillows and all of his stuffed animals (I talked him down to four) with him to watch.

What are you all feeling thankful for today?