20 Things

Usually, I'm a pretty upbeat and happy person, but when I first wake up in the mornings, it takes a good while to ease into that positive attitude, so after last week's sermon in which the pastor said, "Praise and discouragement cannot coexist," I have tried an experiment. Mentally as I'm getting ready for work, I make this list, and it helps get me into a better frame of mind and helps me to begin the day with God on my mind. So here goes:

10 things I have to be thankful for

5 things I am looking forward to today (this one is the hardest)

3 things I am looking forward to this week

2 things I need God's help with in order to get through the day