FIGURING LIFE OUT - GIFTS CONTINUED

Ann Voskamp, who started the 1000 Gifts movement, finally has a book out.  It is waiting patiently on my nightstand for a quiet evening to invite me in.  You simply must watch this gorgeous video and see her pictures, hear her voice and her words and then begin to count your own gifts.

My gifts reach 500.

479.  a birthday girl 

480.  tutus 

481.  silhouettes of dancers

482.  full length windows letting in the light

483.  full length mirrors to twirl in 

484.  that first time you hear "you're my best friend"

485.  PBS Masterpiece Classics

486.  down blankets

487.  cashmere sweaters

488.  wool socks 

489.  warm boots

490.  gifts from India

491.  new books

492.  a fresh coat of paint

493.  finding a new use for something old

494.  an afternoon nap

495.  soup simmering in a new copper pot

496.  knowing that even on grumpy days your family still loves you

497.  bargins at the thrift store

498.  tiny boxes that hold baby teeth

499.  forgiveness

500.  moments that wake you up