Each day we will be posting our readers “Pot of Gold”. At the end of the month, one of you will win a $25.00 Gift Card For all the details click here.
Becky Barkell
My pot of gold would have to be my family. I am stepmom to two wonderful girls that I have raised for the last nine years. There were times in my life when I thought I would never have a child of my own. I started late, my son now 5 years old, was born when I was 34. He is the light of my life. We have been having independence issues lately and I have let him frustrate more than I should. Just this morning I was at my computer doing some work. I could hear him in the kitchen wondering what he was getting into now, when just then he brought me a peeled orange that he had so sweetly cut in half so we could share. He is my pot of gold and I will cherish moments like this for the rest of my life.
Amy
Funny I should find this blog today! I was frustrated and feeling defeated this morning. As I told God about it I slowly started thinking, “Enough of this. He knows what I need (I’ve spent my morning boohooing over it). Time to focus on the things I DO have. Give Him praise instead of a constant pleading.” And now here’s my chance with this challenge you’ve given. So, my pot of gold is filled with many things: a great spouse/friend/encourager/lover, a home to keep us safe and warm, two vehicles that work, a dog who (although annoying at times) protects us, three healthy/smart/funny/loving kids, another wonderful child on the way, health and strength in my body to carry each child, family who loves God and prays for me and mine each day…it just goes on and on. Thanks again for the challenge. I hope others are challenged and encouraged as they think beyond their issues and see the “sunshine through the rain.”
Celeste
My pot of gold is my family – each member is a gold coin. Each is unique and valuable, but together we are worth so much more! No matter how crazy life gets, the happiest times are when we are all together.
Erin Collins
My “pot of gold” is my boyfriend. His is my rock and my best friend, and I do not know what I would do without him. He is the only guy who would put up with how difficult I am, and he always makes sure I know how much he loves me. He makes me feel like the most beautiful (and special) girl in the world, and I am so lucky to have him!
Odessa
A little over a year ago I was laid off work 11 days before Christmas. I had been working in a warehouse as a secretary. I was a little scared how I would pay the rent and feed my two kids until some sort of help kicked in. To add insult to injury we ran out of heating oil. My pot of gold came when I went to the local food bank and they loaded up a huge grocery cart full off food and personal care items. I actually left the food bank in tears of gratitude pushing my cart to the car. I know that the food bank depends on the community’s generosity to stock it’s shelves. I’m a Newbie to couponing… I just started last month… but I can already see the potential that it holds to help others in need. I’m still unemployed but going to nursing school. My goal is to keep getting better at the couponing thing so I can bless others. I know it is the little things in life that make all the difference. Thank you for your website
Keep your pot of gold moments coming!!! What are you grateful for?
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