'Let them know, always let them know'

It's November, and as we Brits don't do any of this 'thanksgiving' malarkey, I thought I would take matters in to my own hand and spend this month really reflecting on the wonderful moments, people and experiences God has put in my life. As I sat in church today and sang the words 'be still and know your creator' I heard this overwhelming message from God saying 'be thankful' so thankful I will be.

Isn't it interesting how we waste so much energy and tears on the people that think nothing of us, the people that hold grudges, that dislike, and yet there are so many others that see me as a precious person in their story. 

They say 'to the world you are just one person, but to one person you are the world' and despite seeing that on numerous amounts of fridge magnets, mugs and Facebook posts (sorry if that's you guys & gals) the saying actually upholds a lot of meaning.

My dad once said something very wise to me. He said 'you should only be able to count your most important people on one hand.' He was right. Popularity no longer concerns me, my well-being is far greater.

There are more than just one hands worth of people to feel thankful for...

My mother being the main person to love me. She is my twin and my comfort all in one. She never fails to mention how much she delights in my character. She also never fails to mention when I'm wrong...but I think that's just a mum thing! And I'm greatful for that.

My wonderful brother who continues to remind me how much he values my confidence and passion.

My sister. Who is just the most precious girl in my life and will forever be the person I run too.

My daddy. The wisest, funniest and most loyal man. Other than Jesus. Of course.

My Uncle Matthew. He constantly loves me and supports me with my hopes and dreams. I love him a lot.

Emma. She will kill for me putting this picture up, eating a burger, but she is a woman I never thought would change my life as much as she has done. Everything she does for me reminds me that I am loved beyond belief. 

My God family. Unfortunately I can't get my God parents in this photo as they weren't there at the time, but I particularly appreciate this photograph. My God sister, Ellie is a very passionate girl who I will continue to love and support from the age of 3 till the age 1000000000. My God parents have always believed in me and always care for me in ways unimaginable.

My discipleship girls (who aren't all in this epic photo) but I thoroughly enjoy their smiles, stories and passion for learning about Jesus. They teach me so much and I see such potential in them. Also, Charlie, the leader, who is such a comfort and blessing to me through her knowledge and friendship. 

My church. Just to name a few of them (who aren't all in these pictures, typical) 

Claire (who is a massive inspiration to me), Hugh & Phil, Joel, Tania, Mat & Maria, Libby, David, Tim & Anna. All of them particularly invest a lot of time and love and wisdom in my well-being. I constantly see God working through them in my own life. 

So maybe I do have over 5 wonderful, loving and accepting people in my life. Each of them I will thank God for everyday. They will never know how much I truly appreciate them, but I thought this blog post would be a good start.