I had Thanksgiving dinner at the Mulkey's home. What a treat it was!

When I woke up yesterday morning, the weather had gone from summer-esque warmth on Wednesday to a full-blown winter chill on Thursday morning. I stepped outside and was hit with a twinge of sorrow, as the suddenly cold weather really made the day feel like a holiday -- a holiday without my precious babies.

Then a thought -- from God, I believe -- occurred to me: Somewhere in this city there are people who are full of joy this morning because the weather has turned, and it's making the day feel more like a holiday.

After that thought, I was happy. I was actually joyful and thankful to be alive and thankful to be with good friends on such a special day. I was also thankful that my children were having a wonderful time at home with Brandi and the rest of my family.

He truly has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places (Ephesians 1:3).