#482. For a good "family meeting" last night that helped bring a sense of unity.

#483. For Bill Cosby's "Dentists" sketch. Even after all these years it sure can make me laugh!

#484. For the prayers of God's people.

#485. For dear friends who are willing to reach out to my kids and love on them.

#486. For a gifted pastor who is willing to say the difficult things in love so that God's will can be accomplished in a life. Thank you, Pastor Drew!

#487. For gifted authors who are willing to be God's tools in bringing authenticity, truth, and encouragement God's people in need.

#488. For TurboFire -- it has been a lot of fun to use it to exercise for the past 3.5 weeks. Endorphins really do help to offset depression and darkness. God is a genius! (No kidding!)

#489. For Holiday points during Birthday Month!

#490. That even when I am superficial, God loves me.

#491 That no matter how depraved and impoverished I am, God's abundant grace and rich mercy and compassion covers it all.