Today we went to Jade's mom and dad's house for Thanksgiving. We had a nice meal and McKenna LOVED all the new foods to taste - she especially loved stuffing! After we ate we took a picture for their Christmas card. Luckily it was a warm day, considering it is November. The pictures actually turned out well - we had all the kids looking at the camera!
Because it is Thanksgiving I wanted to make a list of things I am thankful for:
I am thankful for my husband. I know that sometimes I am not a very easy person to live with, but Jade has stuck it out and he helps me in so many ways. He may not be a millionaire, but he loves McKenna and me and that is all that counts.
I am thankful for my parents and siblings. I am so lucky to have such loving parents that put up with me while I was little, through the teenage years, and my still sometimes moody times. I can't believe that my siblings still like me after all the bossing I did when they were little - they really should be running the opposite direction when I come near. I love my family and could not ask for better people to spend eternity with.
I am thankful for little blessings. It is amazing how a kiss or a smile from McKenna can make my whole week. I love it when she cuddles, when she takes a few steps on her own, when she says "Ma," and when she scrunches her nose because she is so happy. I think God gave us babies so we would appreciate the small things in life.
I am thankful for prayer - even when they don't seem answered. I don't think I could go through life without believing that there is a superior being who helps us each day. I appreciate the guidance and the way it makes us live our lives. I am happier because I pray.
I am thankful for the amazing technology of phones. My parents and sisters went to London for Thanksgiving, it was weird not talking to them on a holiday. It makes me realize how much I take for granted the opportunity to call and tell them about a funny incident. I may not be able to see my parents as much as I would like, but I can call them whenever I want.
I am thankful for my job. Although I would rather be at home with McKenna, I do love my job. It is a wonderful job to have as a mother. My hours are good and I have the flexibility of being home with my family on holidays and during the summer. I can't imagine going to work if I hated it. I love seeing the kids each day, they make life fun and keep me on my toes. Kids truly help you see the good in life.
I am thankful for so many other things, but my daughter keeps calling to me from downstairs, I think I will go play! I hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving and are looking forward to the Christmas season!
