The Grateful Post

I really wish that Thanksgiving weren't the skipped over holiday. It's that time where we all get to remember and count our blessings - not that we shouldn't be doing that all year it's just more abundant now. People already have their Christmas decorations up and we haven't even cooked the turkey yet. I have so much to be thankful for this year and I need to get it out there for everyone to enjoy.

First, and foremost I'm so grateful for my children. When I hear stories about terrible things that happen to kids (sickness, kidnapping, etc.) it makes me scared and fearful. Then I am reminded that instead of living in fear I need to be grateful for all that my kids are. I'm am such a blessed mom and only hope I can live up to the mom that they deserve to have.

I'm also thankful for my husband. He sacrifices a lot for our family and doesn't complain about it. He also puts up with my extensive craziness with (mostly ;)) patience. He is such a great dad for our kids - the boys race to the door as soon as he is home because they are always excited to see him.

I am grateful for all of my family. They always support me and are there if I ever need anything. Wherever we have lived we've always had family take the time to come and visit us. We all really appreciate that and everything that is done for us.

I'm also so thankful for friends. I'm moved a lot and in every place I've lived I've met people that will be my friends for life. Even people in places that I've never lived have become my true friends. I'm am so grateful for people who have helped shape me and make me better for me  having known them. I'm so thankful for the friends that I've had forever and have known me through a lot of my life's stages and still stick by me.

I know I complain a lot about our current situation - and it's hard not to focus on the bad when you are constantly faced with it, but I am very blessed. More blessed than any of my challenges should be able to weigh down. I think every day should be Thanksgiving - we'd all be thankful and full. I hope everyone gets to enjoy some pie tomorrow!

Who's Who...

We can't quite decide which of the boys N. looks like. So, we're bringing it to the blog for you to decide. If you want to help out pick your choice from the poll on the side. These are all of our kids at one month with poses as close as possible.

Boy A ------------------------------- Boy B

If you know which baby is which don't spoil the anonymity by calling them out ;)

A Month...

I can't believe Miss N. is a month old! It's crazy how time flies. It seems like she's always been in our family - and I can't imagine life without her. She drives us crazy from 6-7pm to 11-1pm with her fussy time but she's worth it. We sure do love her! The boys love to kiss and hug on her and are so sweet to her. I thought the novelty of having a baby would fade... but, nope. I was worried about Az-man becoming a big brother but he has been fabulous and Cam is still a great brother too.

Awwww.... The boys sure do love "Baby Weepie (Sweet Pea)"

The boys had to get in on our photo session because I didn't "ask" them to. I guess I know how to trick them now... act like I don't want pictures of them.

193

The number of days until Ryan GRADUATES!!!

The number of days until our student life starts to change.

I can't wait to get on to the next part of our lives. It's sure to be an adventure.