109. the blessing of abundance :: laughter & humor in our home, smiles, exchanges of heart-felt words of praise
110. practical praise for items that do make communication simpler :: cell phones, computers
111. because it's very difficult to be so far away from dear friends who struggle :: gratitude expressed for their attitudes in the midst of dark times; inspiring.
112. for the opportunity to try again when botching things up, for forgiveness and grace
113. for today...because it is new
