A Time to be Thankful and Reflect

As I sit in our home Sunday morning around 12:30 am thinking about the end of the Thanksgiving holidays and the beginning of the Christmas season, I realize how much I have to be thankful for in my life.

These past few days have been filled with family, food, fun, and shopping. I am blessed to have the opportunity to partake in all of these activities. I am thankful for the following: My Husband – for always supporting me in whatever I choose to do in life and for never questioning but always believing in me and always always making me laugh even in the most difficult times, My Daughters – for them being who they are and giving me the ability to see life through a child’s eyes and for also teaching me the real meaning of unconditional love, My Family – for their love and support, My Friends – for keeping me grounded and reminding me that I have a life of my own, My Church – for reminding me of what is always the most important and helping me keep my focus and faith. While our life may not always be perfect, I am very happy with the here and now, what I have, and also for what I don’t have, because that means I have something to look forward to achieving.

For me, another part of this season is also a time for reflection. I can’t let this season begin or pass without taking the time to think about family members that are no longer here to celebrate this wonderful time of year with us. I especially miss my mom this time of year. This was her favorite time and I can’t help but to think of how much fun she would’ve had celebrated with my four daughters and her other granddaughter and grandson. But as I decorate our home with her Christmas decorations and other beloved items, I feel her presents and know she is here with us.

Well, I guess it is time to begin the holiday season. Keep checking our blog. I will have lots to post about in the coming weeks including, cookie and decoration day with Kyle and the girls, our local parade which Maddie and Sara will be in, I am taking the two oldest girls to the Nutcracker (planning to anyway), Christmas parties, and whatever else might come about in the next couple of weeks, and trust me with four girls and lots going on, that could be a lot. The only problem is me make or finding the time to post, that is probably why I am posting at 12:45 in the morning. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!