Looking back on 2008

We have many things to be thankful for as we look back on 2008. We have good jobs and good health. Our families love us (we hope). I have made some really good friends this year through working at the public library. Nate is doing well in school. We are thankful for Steve and Stephanie, Stella, and Audrey. And our extended families, too.

One huge blessing this year is that we are almost out of debt except for our house payment. A few years ago we began using the Total Money Makeover plan by Dave Ramsey. It has been a hard road at times. When the economy really seemed to be going down the the drain this past fall, I realized that all of that wasn't worrying me because we had eliminated much of our debt and that wouldn't be hanging over our heads if something happened. More importantly, though, we know God is in control and that He will take care of us.

We have so much to be grateful for, even in the minute by minute living of each day. My prayer is that we are aware of how much we are blessed.