302. Today I am grateful for my Dad

Although Thursday was a sad day, it was also a day to remember my Dad. It was his birthday yesterday and I did take the time to call him and wish him a happy birthday ... even if no one was feeling really happy.

I am grateful for all that my dad has done for me and I know that if I need something he will help me. One thing I learned from my Dad is to have a good work ethic; my Dad has always been a hard worker in his career, at home and in his church callings. My favourite memories with my dad were the times he took us out to do things like swimming and roller-skating. Although a businessman, my Dad is also a handyman ... fixing things, building things and putting things together. There are many times while living away from home where I have thought ... I wish my Dad were here, he could fix that.   

301. Today I am grateful for preschool graduations

I didn’t feel like going into work today but I wanted to watch the preschool graduation. I am glad I did, the children and their parents were so happy to take part in the little ceremony. The best part was listening to what the children want to be when they grow up.  

300. Today I am grateful for a wonderful influence in my life

I am grateful for such a wonderful influence in my life. My Grandma passed away today. There aren't a lot of words that come to mind right now amidst the grief I feel. The first thing that came to mind after I had processed what had happened is the scripture found in ... "And her children shall rise up and call her blessed".

This may also seem selfish of me but I am also sad that I never did get married during her lifetime. For the past several years at the end of every phone call, Grandma would say "I will pray for you that you will find someone special ... by Christmas (of whatever year it was), you will be married". Also ever since I was a little girl I have wanted to name my first daughter Elisabeth, after my Grandma. She would have been so happy to know that she had a great granddaughter named after her.

299. Today I am grateful for my Grandma

I am grateful for my Grandma. I got a call today from my sister who had talked to my mom saying that my Grandma is very week (she has been in the hospital for a bout a month) and it Isn't very likely that my Grandma will make it through the night. I so wish I could be there with her right now.

298. Today I am grateful for late night talks with roommates

Something I have enjoyed with most of the roommates I have had is late night chats. During these conversations I feel that I have come to know these girls at a deeper level which helps to strengthen relationships. I am also grateful for former roommates who I continue to be friends with.

297. Today I am grateful for food containers

I am grateful for food containers and use them often: In packing my lunch, storing leftovers and freezing food.

296. Today I am grateful for the Primary Program

I am grateful for the primary program of the church and the opportunity that I had to attend. It is in Primary where we learn some of the most important things, such as: We are all children of God and he loves each one of us, the scriptures are the word of God, Jesus taught people to love one another, Jesus died for us so that we can live with him again, Families are forever, etc.