Sitting here in my bed, freshly showered, I remember just how much I really love this place. Yes, the shower and the bed are what remind me of it. Maybe I have just gotten used to it, but it just seems like no one else had a shower that could compare. No worries about when the hot water is going to run out, perfect water pressure, and nice quietness to soak up along with it!
My bed, well, who doesn't miss their own bed after being away from it for a while. Just sitting in it makes me want to close my eyes and fall asleep, though I am fighting it so not to fall asleep TOO early. It's just so darn comfortable, and now with the new down comforter we have, it's just that much better! I am loving it!
Tomorrow starts our real lives again. Hubby goes back to work and I go back to being alone with the kids all day. I am definitely not complaining, but it's a lot since we just got back today. I am looking forward to having the boys all to myself for the day and getting to really spend some quality time with them.
One stop we made before coming home was to the BX. I picked up some muffin pans, cookie cutters and a Christmas candy making kit. Stuff we can use to do different projects and activities together over the next couple weeks! I am really excited because Darien just loves doing these kinds of things and I love to see my boys smile! I think Adrien will be more about making the decorations for the tree, which will go up this weekend!
I am glad to be home! Now, it's time to really enjoy my own space, my own time and the quiet that surrounds me! Night!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Getting ready
Now that Thanksgiving is over, we are trying to prepare for Christmas. Well, as much as we can without being at home. It's going to come quick, so having a good plan for what needs to get done when we do get home is what I really need to work on. The earliest flight they have is Monday, so we probably won't be home until Tuesday at the earliest.
The Christmas tree will be the first thing, after we get settled back in. I will be getting some things so that the kids and I can make some decorations for their half of tree. I will also hang up some lights around our living room windows, like we did last year. Nothing fancy, but enough to make it festive for the kids.
I also have to finish up my shopping. I am so horrible, every year I wait until the last minute to do that. I actually did better this year and have some things ordered already, but need to get the smaller things when we are at home.
I am super excited for this Christmas with the kids. Not only because of the things we are surprising the kids with, but because this will be the first Christmas that we really focus on the true meaning of Christmas and share that with our children. I think sharing that with them, and bringing Christ into our lives will make this holiday so much more than it ever has been!
I am ready to get home, back to my own space. I have enjoyed getting to see all our family and friends, but it's time to get back to our real lives now. Hopefully all goes smoothly and we get on the flight Monday! I probably won't write again until after we get home, but I will get back on here first chance I get! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
The Christmas tree will be the first thing, after we get settled back in. I will be getting some things so that the kids and I can make some decorations for their half of tree. I will also hang up some lights around our living room windows, like we did last year. Nothing fancy, but enough to make it festive for the kids.
I also have to finish up my shopping. I am so horrible, every year I wait until the last minute to do that. I actually did better this year and have some things ordered already, but need to get the smaller things when we are at home.
I am super excited for this Christmas with the kids. Not only because of the things we are surprising the kids with, but because this will be the first Christmas that we really focus on the true meaning of Christmas and share that with our children. I think sharing that with them, and bringing Christ into our lives will make this holiday so much more than it ever has been!
I am ready to get home, back to my own space. I have enjoyed getting to see all our family and friends, but it's time to get back to our real lives now. Hopefully all goes smoothly and we get on the flight Monday! I probably won't write again until after we get home, but I will get back on here first chance I get! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Thursday, November 25, 2010
The little things
As we roll into Thanksgiving morning, I am even more thinking of the things I am thankful for in my life. God and great family and friends are at the top of the list, but there are so many things I am glad I have. The little things, that we do take for granted, are sometimes the most important things.
Food, water, trees, mountains, grass and other things that we see everywhere are just some of the things I am appreciating today. The beauty that surrounds me is just to hard to ignore. How come I haven't taken the time to truly appreciate these things before? Probably because I was so wrapped up in myself and never just took the time to notice them. Well, the last week or so, I have taken the time to notice and have a new appreciation for them.
Sunshine is something else I once took for granted. I used to be annoyed by the bright sun, and heat that radiated from it. Now, ever since living in Germany, I enjoy the sunshine whenever I get it. Yes, Germany does have sunshine, but during the winter it's a lot more scarce that in other areas I have lived.
Today was a chilly day, but when the sun was shining, it was a beautiful day. I soaked it up as much as I could, in between 10 kids, cooking and not feeling well. I know when I get back to Germany, I may not get to see much of it until the Spring, so soaking it up here while I can.
Toys. Yes, I am thankful for toys. Having a house filled with 10 children, ranging from 1-16, toys have been a huge factor in keeping our sanity. Along with the older children, the little ones were completely occupied and never was there a dull moment for anyone.
Laughter and tears. I am thankful for both, as emotion is a way of communication. I love hearing my children laugh, making the day even brighter and warmer no matter if the sun is shining or not. Hearing them cry isn't something I necessarily like, but it's a way that I am made aware when something is wrong. I am very thankful that they can express frustration, fear, pain or anger by crying.
I could keep going, but I am extremely tired and have an early morning. I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Food, water, trees, mountains, grass and other things that we see everywhere are just some of the things I am appreciating today. The beauty that surrounds me is just to hard to ignore. How come I haven't taken the time to truly appreciate these things before? Probably because I was so wrapped up in myself and never just took the time to notice them. Well, the last week or so, I have taken the time to notice and have a new appreciation for them.
Sunshine is something else I once took for granted. I used to be annoyed by the bright sun, and heat that radiated from it. Now, ever since living in Germany, I enjoy the sunshine whenever I get it. Yes, Germany does have sunshine, but during the winter it's a lot more scarce that in other areas I have lived.
Today was a chilly day, but when the sun was shining, it was a beautiful day. I soaked it up as much as I could, in between 10 kids, cooking and not feeling well. I know when I get back to Germany, I may not get to see much of it until the Spring, so soaking it up here while I can.
Toys. Yes, I am thankful for toys. Having a house filled with 10 children, ranging from 1-16, toys have been a huge factor in keeping our sanity. Along with the older children, the little ones were completely occupied and never was there a dull moment for anyone.
Laughter and tears. I am thankful for both, as emotion is a way of communication. I love hearing my children laugh, making the day even brighter and warmer no matter if the sun is shining or not. Hearing them cry isn't something I necessarily like, but it's a way that I am made aware when something is wrong. I am very thankful that they can express frustration, fear, pain or anger by crying.
I could keep going, but I am extremely tired and have an early morning. I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
School update!!!
I keep forgetting to post more about school. I have actually told myself a few times that I need to write an update, but I never remember. Well, school is going great and I am excited to see how it continues.
Starting school, after being out of high school for over 7 years, was quite frightening. I wasn't that great in high school, so I was worried I wouldn't catch on too easily to college level assignments. Well, I have no only surprised myself, I have proven to myself that I really can do anything I set my mind to.
The last time I wrote, I was still in my first class. Well, I continued doing what I had to do, feeling nervous the entire way. The other students would comment on my work, making me feeling pretty good about how I was doing. Though, when it came to the paper, I was feeling like I had no idea what I was doing. I was really concerned I wouldn't get full credit on the writing assignment, but I did and I passed the class with a 98%!!!
Class number 2 started immediately after, which was nerve racking. This class, the paper we had to write had to be in APA format, which I had no idea what that even was. I worked hard, did my best and just tried. The discussions were a lot harder work, and the other students didn't seem to really respond to my work the same as the first class did. I had a couple that would comment, but not too many.
Then, in week 3 of the class, I get an e-mail from the course instructor letting me know that I am doing great with my work and to keep it up. That felt really amazing. I had been so worried that I was just really doing the minimum, but knowing that the instructor had noticed my effort was awesome to me.
I really started to get worried about the paper when the feedback I got was saying that certain things were APA style and I thought I had done it all correctly. I was getting nervous, though for no reason. Finally, I asked Filip for help, which I should have done sooner, and he showed me how to fix it. Other than those little things, I had a pretty strong paper. I made a few word choice changes, but that was about it. Overall, the general feedback of the paper was that it was strong and made good points.
I was so nervous turning the paper in for the final time, waiting for that final grade. When I was finally able to log on and see, I had gotten full credit for the paper, with great comments about my writing! I felt so great!!! That put me at a final grade of 96%!!! Though, in college, the number doesn't matter, I just know I have a 4.0 GPA as it stands, and that's mighty exciting!!!
I haven't started my next class yet, decided to put it on hold until we get back to Germany. With the holidays and traveling to see family all over, it just wasn't a good time to start an English class. I'd like to make sure I can focus and really give it my entire effort, and I wouldn't be doing that right now. I am excited to get back to it though, as I am finding that it can be mighty interesting. I will keep everyone informed!!!
Starting school, after being out of high school for over 7 years, was quite frightening. I wasn't that great in high school, so I was worried I wouldn't catch on too easily to college level assignments. Well, I have no only surprised myself, I have proven to myself that I really can do anything I set my mind to.
The last time I wrote, I was still in my first class. Well, I continued doing what I had to do, feeling nervous the entire way. The other students would comment on my work, making me feeling pretty good about how I was doing. Though, when it came to the paper, I was feeling like I had no idea what I was doing. I was really concerned I wouldn't get full credit on the writing assignment, but I did and I passed the class with a 98%!!!
Class number 2 started immediately after, which was nerve racking. This class, the paper we had to write had to be in APA format, which I had no idea what that even was. I worked hard, did my best and just tried. The discussions were a lot harder work, and the other students didn't seem to really respond to my work the same as the first class did. I had a couple that would comment, but not too many.
Then, in week 3 of the class, I get an e-mail from the course instructor letting me know that I am doing great with my work and to keep it up. That felt really amazing. I had been so worried that I was just really doing the minimum, but knowing that the instructor had noticed my effort was awesome to me.
I really started to get worried about the paper when the feedback I got was saying that certain things were APA style and I thought I had done it all correctly. I was getting nervous, though for no reason. Finally, I asked Filip for help, which I should have done sooner, and he showed me how to fix it. Other than those little things, I had a pretty strong paper. I made a few word choice changes, but that was about it. Overall, the general feedback of the paper was that it was strong and made good points.
I was so nervous turning the paper in for the final time, waiting for that final grade. When I was finally able to log on and see, I had gotten full credit for the paper, with great comments about my writing! I felt so great!!! That put me at a final grade of 96%!!! Though, in college, the number doesn't matter, I just know I have a 4.0 GPA as it stands, and that's mighty exciting!!!
I haven't started my next class yet, decided to put it on hold until we get back to Germany. With the holidays and traveling to see family all over, it just wasn't a good time to start an English class. I'd like to make sure I can focus and really give it my entire effort, and I wouldn't be doing that right now. I am excited to get back to it though, as I am finding that it can be mighty interesting. I will keep everyone informed!!!
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Tonight I am going to write about how thankful I am for Facebook. It may be a weird thing to be thankful for, but it's been a pretty amazing thing for me. Without internet at all, I'd have very little contact with family and friends while living in Germany. Facebook has just been the major tool to keep me connected to everyone, and reconnecting with people from years ago.
With Facebook, I have been able to stay in touch, share photos and chat with family and friends I want to have constant contact with. Sharing pictures means that they can see how our family is growing and changing. We chat and send messages keep up with each others lives. I think I would be pretty lost without it.
It's also allowed me to connect with people from the past, which has been quite amazing. People I haven't seen or heard from for YEARS are able to contact me and we start building new relationships again. Like Jennifer, the light that led me back to Christ. Without Facebook, she may not have reached out to me like she did, and I am extremely grateful for that.
There's also Sara, Jennifer (a different Jennifer than mentioned above) and other people that were part of my past that found me on Facebook and reached out to me. Sara is someone who was from the recent past and just happened to message me, sparking a new relationship. Jennifer is someone I hadn't seen for 13 or so years, and we've been chatting.
It's so crazy because I am finding that most people have also taken steps to change their own lives, and are people who seem to be a good force in my life. The people I think would be a negative force are the ones I ignore and try to keep out. I have been able to open up to people through Facebook, which allows me to feel connected to people even when there are hundreds of miles between us.
Having Facebook has definitely helped keep me in touch with people, and allowed me to have some sort of relationship with the people who I want in my life. I am thankful for that, and will continue to count my blessings that I have that tool available to me.
With Facebook, I have been able to stay in touch, share photos and chat with family and friends I want to have constant contact with. Sharing pictures means that they can see how our family is growing and changing. We chat and send messages keep up with each others lives. I think I would be pretty lost without it.
It's also allowed me to connect with people from the past, which has been quite amazing. People I haven't seen or heard from for YEARS are able to contact me and we start building new relationships again. Like Jennifer, the light that led me back to Christ. Without Facebook, she may not have reached out to me like she did, and I am extremely grateful for that.
There's also Sara, Jennifer (a different Jennifer than mentioned above) and other people that were part of my past that found me on Facebook and reached out to me. Sara is someone who was from the recent past and just happened to message me, sparking a new relationship. Jennifer is someone I hadn't seen for 13 or so years, and we've been chatting.
It's so crazy because I am finding that most people have also taken steps to change their own lives, and are people who seem to be a good force in my life. The people I think would be a negative force are the ones I ignore and try to keep out. I have been able to open up to people through Facebook, which allows me to feel connected to people even when there are hundreds of miles between us.
Having Facebook has definitely helped keep me in touch with people, and allowed me to have some sort of relationship with the people who I want in my life. I am thankful for that, and will continue to count my blessings that I have that tool available to me.
People to be thankful for
As you may be able to tell, I am focusing on things I am thankful for this week. I am glad to have this time to sit and focus on them, though I am going to try to make it more of a daily thing rather than once a year. Even through the hard times, my life is definitely something to be thankful for, especially when I know just how much worse it could be. I've made a lot of bad choices in life, but I've also made a lot of good choices which has led me to where I am now.
Today, I want to focus on the people in my life that I am truly thankful for. The first, and most important person is God. With him in my life, I have been able to have a fresh start, not only for myself, but for and with my family. His unconditional love and forgiveness has been a major blessing for me and everyone around me!
My husband, who has been absolutely amazing to me. He has been a rock in my life, no matter how bad things have gotten for me. He has been with me through my best and worst moments of life the last 5 years, and he will never realize how truly thankful I am to have him as my husband.
My children, who fill my life with laughter and joy. Having them has brought new meaning to my life, and I enjoy every minute of being their mommy.
My mom, who has been an amazing shoulder and influence in my life. She is one of the few people I can rely on no matter the circumstances and know she will always be there for me.
My sister, who even though we quarrel like sisters, has always had my back. Through good and bad, she has been there for me. We are not only sisters, we are friends. Life has definitely been a roller coaster of emotions with her, but I am grateful that she is my sister and couldn't imagine my life without her in it.
My friend Laura, who I have been friends with since middle school. We've had our ups and downs, but she has truly been the best friend a person can have. I know I can tell her anything, good or bad, and not be judged or mocked. We can confide our hard times in each other, but share our good times together!
My friend Penny, who even though I don't talk to nearly as much as I'd like, has always been a good influence in my life. She has always had my best interests at heart and doesn't tell me what I want to hear, but what I NEED to hear. She's one of those people that I am blessed to know, and even more blessed to be able to call a friend.
My friend Jennifer, who has been a light and leader in my life. With her guidance and support, I have been led back to God and his ways. She has been someone I can call (or write) when things are tough and know that my secrets are safe and not be judged. She's been a driving force in me wanting to be a better person and to not take everything so seriously. No matter the topic or circumstance, I can tell her anything and know that I will get an ear to listen, good Godly advice and no bad judgement even if she doesn't agree with my choices. She opened up her house and life to my family, showing me that not everyone is how I perceived the general population to be. If she hadn't stepped in when she did, sharing her love for Christ and what it did in her life, I don't think I'd be where I am today! I am very thankful for her and everything she has done for me and my life!
Other family and friends that have been there for me. I would be here all night if I tried to name every single person by name, but know that I am thankful for anyone and everyone who has ever passed through my life. Every experience and encounter with people is part of what made me who I am today. Every person made some kind of difference in my life, and those differences have brought me to a place that I am happy for all of it! I may never talk to some again, whether their choice or mine, but I will never forget what they taught me in their own ways to help me through life. Whether the lessens were learned in good or bad, every lessen has it's purpose and every person was there to teach me a lessen. So, if you are reading this, you have probably at some point known me personally and I am grateful for the lessens I learned through knowing you.
Take the time to really give thanks to those people in your life that you are thankful for. Let them know how thankful you are, and try to remind them more than just this time of year. Until next time.
Today, I want to focus on the people in my life that I am truly thankful for. The first, and most important person is God. With him in my life, I have been able to have a fresh start, not only for myself, but for and with my family. His unconditional love and forgiveness has been a major blessing for me and everyone around me!
My husband, who has been absolutely amazing to me. He has been a rock in my life, no matter how bad things have gotten for me. He has been with me through my best and worst moments of life the last 5 years, and he will never realize how truly thankful I am to have him as my husband.
My children, who fill my life with laughter and joy. Having them has brought new meaning to my life, and I enjoy every minute of being their mommy.
My mom, who has been an amazing shoulder and influence in my life. She is one of the few people I can rely on no matter the circumstances and know she will always be there for me.
My sister, who even though we quarrel like sisters, has always had my back. Through good and bad, she has been there for me. We are not only sisters, we are friends. Life has definitely been a roller coaster of emotions with her, but I am grateful that she is my sister and couldn't imagine my life without her in it.
My friend Laura, who I have been friends with since middle school. We've had our ups and downs, but she has truly been the best friend a person can have. I know I can tell her anything, good or bad, and not be judged or mocked. We can confide our hard times in each other, but share our good times together!
My friend Penny, who even though I don't talk to nearly as much as I'd like, has always been a good influence in my life. She has always had my best interests at heart and doesn't tell me what I want to hear, but what I NEED to hear. She's one of those people that I am blessed to know, and even more blessed to be able to call a friend.
My friend Jennifer, who has been a light and leader in my life. With her guidance and support, I have been led back to God and his ways. She has been someone I can call (or write) when things are tough and know that my secrets are safe and not be judged. She's been a driving force in me wanting to be a better person and to not take everything so seriously. No matter the topic or circumstance, I can tell her anything and know that I will get an ear to listen, good Godly advice and no bad judgement even if she doesn't agree with my choices. She opened up her house and life to my family, showing me that not everyone is how I perceived the general population to be. If she hadn't stepped in when she did, sharing her love for Christ and what it did in her life, I don't think I'd be where I am today! I am very thankful for her and everything she has done for me and my life!
Other family and friends that have been there for me. I would be here all night if I tried to name every single person by name, but know that I am thankful for anyone and everyone who has ever passed through my life. Every experience and encounter with people is part of what made me who I am today. Every person made some kind of difference in my life, and those differences have brought me to a place that I am happy for all of it! I may never talk to some again, whether their choice or mine, but I will never forget what they taught me in their own ways to help me through life. Whether the lessens were learned in good or bad, every lessen has it's purpose and every person was there to teach me a lessen. So, if you are reading this, you have probably at some point known me personally and I am grateful for the lessens I learned through knowing you.
Take the time to really give thanks to those people in your life that you are thankful for. Let them know how thankful you are, and try to remind them more than just this time of year. Until next time.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Thankful for things I don't have
Just as everyone I know, I have the bad habit of getting caught up in the things I want but don't have. Too many times I have allowed myself to become depressed or belittle myself to gain those things, almost always finding that I never wanted that to begin with. Sometimes I like it for a little bit, but I quickly realize that I was trying to fill a void that still wasn't filled by that particular thing.
I have even been the person to completely change my life around, whether good or bad, thinking that I would gain something on the other side. It doesn't always happen that way and I am thankful that my life has still worked out to be where it is today. I don't want to say that I have any regrets, but I do realize that some choices were a bit rash and not thought about thoroughly.
You've heard the saying "the grass isn't always greener on the other side". Well, I believe it, and as I recently read somewhere "The grass does look greener on the other side, because it's fertilized with bull$%^*". Not exactly a phrase some people may like, but it is true.
I may not have all the things I would like to have, but when I really sit and think about it all, I have a lot more than I deserve. I haven't been the greatest person, I have lied, cheated, stolen and many other things that make me a sinner. Though, God, with his wonderful love for me (and every person), has blessed my life.
Since I do know that I am the person to focus on things I don't have, I am going to do that here. I am going to list things that I don't have, the only difference from my norm is that these are things I am thankful for. Maybe if I can start thinking of those things, I can see even more how wonderful my life really is.
The things I don't have, but am thankful for not having are:
A husband that beats me, lies to me and cheats on me
Kids that are out of control and bad behavior all of the time
Friends that use me every chance they get
Unpaid bills
It's a very short list, though I am sure there is many more I could list. It's just an example of how I am helping myself look at the positives of my life rather than the negative. No ones life is perfect, but having God, an amazing husband, great kids and awesome family and friends are what make life worth living!
I have even been the person to completely change my life around, whether good or bad, thinking that I would gain something on the other side. It doesn't always happen that way and I am thankful that my life has still worked out to be where it is today. I don't want to say that I have any regrets, but I do realize that some choices were a bit rash and not thought about thoroughly.
You've heard the saying "the grass isn't always greener on the other side". Well, I believe it, and as I recently read somewhere "The grass does look greener on the other side, because it's fertilized with bull$%^*". Not exactly a phrase some people may like, but it is true.
I may not have all the things I would like to have, but when I really sit and think about it all, I have a lot more than I deserve. I haven't been the greatest person, I have lied, cheated, stolen and many other things that make me a sinner. Though, God, with his wonderful love for me (and every person), has blessed my life.
Since I do know that I am the person to focus on things I don't have, I am going to do that here. I am going to list things that I don't have, the only difference from my norm is that these are things I am thankful for. Maybe if I can start thinking of those things, I can see even more how wonderful my life really is.
The things I don't have, but am thankful for not having are:
A husband that beats me, lies to me and cheats on me
Kids that are out of control and bad behavior all of the time
Friends that use me every chance they get
Unpaid bills
It's a very short list, though I am sure there is many more I could list. It's just an example of how I am helping myself look at the positives of my life rather than the negative. No ones life is perfect, but having God, an amazing husband, great kids and awesome family and friends are what make life worth living!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Thankful for...
With Thanksgiving, my absolute favorite holiday, fast approaching I thought I'd write a little about the things I am thankful for. Especially with some of the recent events of my life, I am finding myself thankful for things I once took for granted. My life is far from perfect, but I have many blessings to thank the good Lord for.
The first thing I am thankful for is the love of Christ. Knowing that no matter what I have done, I can enjoy the unconditional love He gives me.
I am extremely thankful for my husband. He has been one of the most loving, forgiving, faithful, honest and just amazing men I have ever known. Our journey together hasn't been easy, and will always have good and bad, but he's worth it. I don't think I have ever felt as grateful for him as I do now, and I can't believe I got so darn lucky to find a man who takes me with all my flaws and still loves me enough to go to the lengths he has gone to show me! He has truly been amazing!
I am also thankful for my children. They have brought laughs, love and joy into our lives. Every day the continue to amaze me, and filling my heart with more and more love. They are the greatest kids anyone could ask for, and I am so lucky to be their mommy!
I am thankful for the family and friends who have truly stood by me. Those that are there even when I am acting a fool, just being there for me and letting me figure things out for myself. The friends and family that listen and open their hearts and arms when needed, and say just the right things that help me through whatever is going on. Without them, I'd be lost somewhere in my own world.
I am thankful for all the men and women who give their lives for our country. All the military and their families, constantly sacrificing every day for the freedoms of all Americans.
I am thankful for the fact we do have an income, food and shelter. We are far from rich, but we survive and get to live a little. I am able to buy things for my children that they want, even some for myself. Many people take this ability for granted, but I am blessed that we are not struggling everyday just to feed ourselves.
I haven't listed every single thing I am thankful for, though I'd be here all night if I tried. I am blessed to have the things I have, and will forever be thankful for the things I have.
The first thing I am thankful for is the love of Christ. Knowing that no matter what I have done, I can enjoy the unconditional love He gives me.
I am extremely thankful for my husband. He has been one of the most loving, forgiving, faithful, honest and just amazing men I have ever known. Our journey together hasn't been easy, and will always have good and bad, but he's worth it. I don't think I have ever felt as grateful for him as I do now, and I can't believe I got so darn lucky to find a man who takes me with all my flaws and still loves me enough to go to the lengths he has gone to show me! He has truly been amazing!
I am also thankful for my children. They have brought laughs, love and joy into our lives. Every day the continue to amaze me, and filling my heart with more and more love. They are the greatest kids anyone could ask for, and I am so lucky to be their mommy!
I am thankful for the family and friends who have truly stood by me. Those that are there even when I am acting a fool, just being there for me and letting me figure things out for myself. The friends and family that listen and open their hearts and arms when needed, and say just the right things that help me through whatever is going on. Without them, I'd be lost somewhere in my own world.
I am thankful for all the men and women who give their lives for our country. All the military and their families, constantly sacrificing every day for the freedoms of all Americans.
I am thankful for the fact we do have an income, food and shelter. We are far from rich, but we survive and get to live a little. I am able to buy things for my children that they want, even some for myself. Many people take this ability for granted, but I am blessed that we are not struggling everyday just to feed ourselves.
I haven't listed every single thing I am thankful for, though I'd be here all night if I tried. I am blessed to have the things I have, and will forever be thankful for the things I have.
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