Genuine Heart of Thankfulness??

The kids love to have special traditions for holidays. I have to admit that sometimes, I really drop the ball and forget to prepare these fun things in time! This year for the month of November they made a a "Thankful" banner. Each day all of us write one thing on the banner that hangs in our living room. It is such a great reminder to remain thankful, no matter what.
Now to be completely transparent, this time of year I am humored by the Lord's sense of humor and how He challenges me to genuinely be thankful. I feel like He wants me to really evaluate how thankful my heart is. The weather in Zambia is very hot during the month of November, so sometimes, it really is hard to be thankful. I have to admit that the moment that I complain about the fact that it is 125 degrees outside, He reminds me that He is in control of the weather. The moment that I complain about the fact that it is 90 degrees or more in the house at night and it is hard to sleep, He humbles me and I thank the Lord for electricity and a fan to cool us enough to sleep.

"give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thess. 5:18

It is easy to complain....but my complaints block my heart from truly rejoicing and seeing all of the blessings in my life. My kids help me have a clear perspective on thankfulness and in the midst of this dry and hot time of year, they rejoice. So what is wrong with my Mama heart? My complaints and whinings are so pale in comparison to so many people that are facing terrible situations: sick children, loss of everything due to natural disasters, imprisonment, famine, sickness, poverty, and so many other things.
Lord, please help me to truly be thankful in all things. May you be glorified in our lives during this month and every month throughout the year!