Thankful Thursday...and 300th post

Good morning everyone! Hope your day is going well...mine is better than yesterday's too. Even though my previous post was sad, I will try to make this one happier...here I go!
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I realized this morning that Coleman's soul is now with Jesus and that just warms my heart more than you can imagine. During my 20 years, I have lost many in my life. Some were friends, some were family, and some I just knew by association. Many are now looking down on us now and smiling because they see with Jesus/God that we are well and happy...most of the time! I have lost 2 aunts to cancer and hopefully they agree with the plan I am on. Cheryl and Penny meant so much to me and I am in awe of their strength that they fought with. I am in awe of all that Coleman fought with!
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Today marks my 300th post and I am amazed in the fact that I have already written 300...time sure does fly by...does it not? Beth Moore once stated "Where in the Bible does it say life will be easy? If it does, show me...I would love to know." I have to say that life is not easy sometimes, but other times, it just shines. I am amazed what this bloggy world has done for me. I have created and gained friendships, I have grown to love sharing my stories, I have grown to love many children, and my relationship with God through many of you has strengthened. YOU have encouraged, put me in my place, and just showered me with support and I am very grateful!
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Now onto Thankful Thursday:
** I am thankful for Coleman Larson being with Jesus now! His fight on earth may have ended...but he no longer suffers!
** I am thankful for the time I have spent at home lately...I needed it and am so grateful for my family and friends!
** I am thankful for the troops overseas who risk their lives to fight for America!
** I am thankful for my home Church (FUMC Grapevine) and how special it makes me feel.
** I am thankful for those people who guide me and make lives easier!
** I am thankful for those who protect and serve America.
** I am thankful for the people at HSU who make me feel like family and make me feel special on a daily basis!
** I am thankful for life and all that God has blessed me with!!!!
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So today is a long post and many things have been written. Thank you for reading and always being there with your comments...they really do make my day.

Hope you have a great Thursday!!!

Coleman Larson

Some of you knew that I was a prayer warrior for Coleman Larson, who had childhood cancer. He died and went to be with Jesus on January 6th, 2009. He was five years old. Coleman fought so hard for 2.5 years and his family was behind him every step of the way. He has a twin brother named Caden, who was his BIGGEST supporter.

Please pray for his family, especially his parents and Caden as they struggle with the loss of a child/brother. Words can not express my deepest sympathy that goes out to this family. As Christ followers, they never gave up hope and continued through this path with a very sick child. Coleman was a joyful child and his legacy will live forever!