“what if you woke up tomorrow with only the things you thanked God for today”

my goodness, i am just sooo happy! my heart is overflowing. love my Jesus; love my wonderful God. knowing that God hurts with my tears and has a plan with a purpose just for me has brought me so much comfort this summer. and my dear family and old friends have just been wondrous blessings this summer. i’ve been able to work on campaigns that i believe in, turn work into play with the grownup boys, and feel like i’m actually helping out. perhaps most importantly i’ve really recognized my calling and been inspired to do something about it.  aaand to top it all off, I will be in New York City in 49hours and Washington, D.C. in 5 days! Gaahhhhh bursting with excitedness! Not only to travel east of arizona for the first time, but because this is the vacation of my dreaaamss! and has been for years and i’m going with my equally excited family. 

this summer has definitely had its tough times, but seeking purpose throughout the pain and thanking God for all the teeny tiny blessings in my life have made it one of immense fulfillment & happiness. 

prayers for hope, strength, & happiness to every single one of you! loveee, gracie