100th POST!

God has really been challenging me to be more thankful. pretty much this scripture is the reoccurring theme in my life right now.

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

so for my 100th post on my blog, i'm going to attempt to write down 100 things that i'm thankful for. disclaimer: this is not an all inclusive list and it is in random order...the only reason that it is numbered is so i don't have to count them myself. :o) here we go.

1. God: your unfailing love and grace make life worth living
2. dad: your humor cannot be compared to another
3. mom: you have been through so much pain with me...starting before i was born
4. trevor: your love for music fueled and expanded my musical horizon
5. jenee: you make my big bro happy, which makes me happy
6. brandon: you push me to do bigger and better things
7. monica: the older sister i never had and always wanted
8. katelyn: the blessing i prayed for
9. meshach: you are always up for an adventure
10. mari: you make me smile, your giggle is undeniably contagious
11. azariah: your love of music, books and snuggling make you irresistible
12. grandma koerner: you set an awesome example for me to live up to
13. my countless aunts, uncles, cousins, etc.: together we make a pretty cool group
14. sunshine and blue skies: brightens my day
15. the columbia gorge: you never cease to amaze me
16. east hill church: my home
17. lance: my trusty car...you've never let me down
18. dave & lisa: my "adoptive" parents, you are such a blessing
19. kobe: my constant friend and hiking partner
20. mrs. talia sanders: my best friend...words can't express how much you mean to me
21. nat: your enthusiasm and joy inspire me, you are an amazing friend
22. alexis: you inspire me, i love your heart for God, my confidant
23. emma: your joy when you see me makes my heart melt
24. jenise & corey: we are waiting together, walking together, i couldn't think of better people to be on this journey with
25. brandon & becky: the newlyweds...love you guys!
26. jodi: you make me smile, thank you for being you
27. amy: God connected us for a reason :o)
28. jerome & cynthia: you guys showed me what true leadership looks like
29. andrew & kerry: it's been an awesome 15 years
30. aj & casey: you taught me so much about kids
31. my chaco sandals: in rain or shine
32. my health: thank you God!
33. my job: taking care of my nephews and niece
34. music: you inspire me, dare me to dream, evoke all kinds of emotions and lull me to sleep
35. my new glasses: so cute
36. my water bottles: i would be dehydrated without you
37. my ipod: you hold my inspiration
38. my camera: you capture moments of my life so i can remember them forever
39. the ocean: God's glory and power revealed
40. mt. hood: you sit outside my window as a reminder of God's creative power
41. my down comforter: you always hug me and keep me warm
42. my pillow: i look forward to snuggling you every night
43. jason & nikki: as my pastors and friends, you inspire and challenge me
44. christian fiction books: you would consume my days if i allow you to
45. my hair: we have our good days and our bad days, but i would look funny without you
46. pasta & pizza: how could i survive without you
47. facebook: i don't know what else i would do with all my time
48. blogger: dear diary...
49. my retainer: you keep my teeth straight
50. my rollerblades: hours and miles of fun
51. my future husband: i can't wait for the day we are together!
52. waterfalls and waves: you simply fascinate me, i can stare at you for hours
53. my bible: direction, grace and conviction rolled into one crazy story
54. my scrapbooking supplies: creative outlet at my fingertips
55. winco: shopping on a budget made easier
56. nfl channel: football 24/7
57. my wardrobe: your selection frustrates me sometimes, but without you i'd be naked
58. toenail polish: you make my ugly toes a little prettier
59. stars and shooting stars: God's nighttime fireworks
60. babies: everything about them...except uncontrollable crying
61. ice cream: mint chocolate cookie, cookie dough, peanut butter milkshakes...
62. laughter: babies, kids, unique laughs, contagious and delightful laughs
63. camp fires: smores, songs, and your clothes smelling for days
64. cannon beach: the beach, good memories, forever in my heart
65. flowers: fragrant, colorful, and gorgeous
66. christmas trees: they smell heavenly
67. cookies: fresh out of the oven with a glass of milk
68. strawberry or raspberry lemonade: a hot summer day necessity
69. watermelon: a frequent dinner during the summer
70. piles of crunchy leaves: you just have to jump in them
71. my mom's cinnamon rolls: the BEST smell to wake up to
72. family reunions: lots of love, food and silliness
73. a stormy day: warm blankets and a good book/movie
74. rainbows: gorgeous end to the rain
75. thunder and lightening: so COOL!
76. the content, tired feeling after a good hike
77. dancing: in the car, creating silly dance moves, spontaneous
78. m&m's: plain ones mostly, but the peanut butter ones are spectacular if you put them in the microwave for about 15 seconds
79. the game zip bong: hilarious and simple, the funniest big group game
80. the opportunities i have had to travel: so many places left to go!
81. watersports: boogie boarding, surfing, water skiing, kneeboarding, kayaking...you name it
82. massages: i just wish they weren't so stinkin expensive
83. smiles from random people i don't know: just makes me happy
84. phone calls from friends: makes me feel loved
85. chocolate frostys from wendy's: mmmmm...
86. markers, crayons and pens: rainbow selection that brings me back to the good 'ole days
87. american idol: proof that i'm not the worst singer out there
88. my bank account: although you go up and down, i still have you
89. my school yearbooks: reminds me of old friends and crazy times
90. yearly family photos: every Christmas since the year i was born...priceless
91. free blog layouts: creative outlet when i feel the need for change, my newest find is http://www.aquapoppydesigns2.blogspot.com/
92. time to blog about life
93. the things i've learned in tough times or at hard jobs: kindercare...
94. how much i've changed in the past couple of years
95. people who encourage and challenge me without realizing it
96. my filing system: without you i would be buried under a chaotic pile of paper
97. online bill paying: you save me stamp money
98. skype: because calling france can be stinkin' expensive otherwise
99. ice cold water: nothing quenches my thirst better
100. living in boring: it made me laugh as a kid, now it's my peaceful haven

whew! i would add pictures, but it is already a SUPER long post.

what are you thankful for?