As we approach Thanksgiving, I know of no better words to give you than the words of a song by Cindy Morgan called "How Could I Ask For More?". Perhaps you've heard the tune. It is quite a powerful statement about being content and deeply grateful for the simple pleasures of life that I take for granted. Hope it's inspiring to you. It is to me. You can listen to it on itunes.

There's nothing like the warmth of a summer afternoon
Waking to the sunlight, and being cradled by the moon
Catching fireflies at night Building castles in the sand
Kissing Mama's face goodnight Holding Daddy's hand
Thank you Lord, how could I ask for more

Running barefoot through the grass A little hide and go seek
Being so in love, that you can hardly eat
Dancing in the dark, when there's no one else around
Being bundled 'neath the covers, watching snow fall to the ground
Thank you Lord, how could I ask for more

So many things I thought would bring me happiness
Some dreams that are realities today
Such an irony the things that mean the most to me
Are the memories that I've made along the way

So if there's anything I've learned
From this journey I am on
Simple truths will keep you going
Simple love will keep you strong
Cause there are questions without answers
Flames that never die
Heartaches we go through are often blessings in disguise
So thank you Lord, oh thank you Lord How could I ask for more

May your Thanksgiving truly be that - "Thanks Giving". I hope that you will take time in the next week or so to simply look around & see the abundance in spite of the losses you may have experienced.