That "Thankful" Bandwagon

Now I usually don't get into all of these Facebook trends and what not, but this year, I thought it might be appropriate as we go through a hard time to focus on the good things Ryan and I have in our life.  We'll see if I actually make it every day (it might have to be an every few days thing for me, I tend to forget things easily).  So here it is...I'm jumping on the "thankful" bandwagon, which might not be such a bad one to be on.  

Day 1: I'm thankful for a God who loves me and my family and knows everything we're going through right now.  During the last 7 weeks or so since we've found out that Simon wasn't healthy, I have grieved and prayed for those who go through such trials without knowing how much our God loves them and how much he really feels with us.  I heard a song the other day from someone who "liked" it on Facebook (thanks, Tina!).  The song is "Praise You in the Storm" by Casting Crows.  The whole song seemed like it was written for me in that moment, just like many of the messages I seem to have from God.  So, I'll close with the chorus that really moved me and continues to go through my head when I feel sadness about our situation.  

And I'll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
And every tear I've cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

Feel free, any of you, to join along with me and write what you're thankful for in the comments :)