Day 7

Nothing elaborate today folks. In fact, it's a pretty spoiled (rotten) thing. But I am not ashamed to admit it.

I am simply very, very, very, very, very thankful this morning for my new truck that has....wait for it.....


automatic start.

Thank You. I really appreciated not having to go outside to start the truck before leaving on this chilly, 35 degree morning.

Best idea ever.   

(I didn't miss this at all!)

Day 6's Often Unnoticed and Unappreciated Thanks

If you don't work in a school, or have children who go to school, you may not have ever thought about the job of "lunch lady." And if you do have children in school, you may not have realized that they have one of the most unnoticed and under-appreciated jobs in a school.


Today, on this beautiful fall day, I am so thankful for the delicious bowl of chili they made just for me (well ok, me and 250 students!). 


Most people think of this when they hear the words "lunch lady." The stereotypical lunch lady- old, fat, hairy, and mean.

But in reality, the lunch ladies are what holds the entire day together, and should be regarded more like this:

They save the day, kicking butt in the cafeteria every day!
 
Everyone looks forward to lunch. The kids can't wait to 1.) eat, and 2.) talk and 3.) run.

Teachers love the 30 minute break from hearing their name repeated over and over, and a few minutes to catch up in the teacher's lounge, or in my case, to rock out in my classroom! Plus, I am usually starving by 11:00, and I get a little cranky when I'm hungry...

 

Most days, I bring my lunch from home. But days I am running late, or don't have anything to eat at home, I know I can rely on the beautiful ladies down in the cafeteria to make me a delicious salad, complete with chicken, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, and croutons.  Or in today's case, a big bowl of homemade chili!

Thanks to all the lunch ladies out there- you provide a nutritious, balanced meal,to help fill children's bellies, which helps them to stay focused throughout the rest of their school day. And in some cases, this meal may be the most food they get each day, which means you are also saving a life. Please know your job matters, and we are blessed to have you.

Day 5- I'm Thankful For...

My children!!!!

They are:
1. adorable- seriously, no one has a cuter smile than the Princess, or prettier eyelashes than the Prince.


2. sweet- I catch them snuggling in bed, or reading to each other, or just looking out for one another (with an arm drapped around the other- aww...)!

3. funny- they say the funniest things ever! I'm so glad they are such humorous creatures, it sure makes life more fun!

4. witty- They have both been saying "awkward" since they were 2 (and at appropriate times, mind you!). The Prince also said to me the other day- why isn't there a word to say to someone after they cough, just like there is "bless you" after a sneeze?   So smart isn't he?

 

5. MINE!! "Mini-me's" straight from my husband and me! 

I Love You so much! I'm so thankful God trusted me to be your caregiver.
  

  

What I Am Thankful For On Day 4

Today was a good day.
A busy day. But a good day.

Even after a Monday at work, teaching extra for our After School Program until 5:00, tutoring one child before dinner, making dinner, and helping a friend with a college assignment, I STILL felt like going to the gym.

And it's all because of my dear friend. Without her, I would have no motivation to even get off the couch. But I know she'll give a hard time for missing (just like she did yesterday when I wasn't feeling well!) but I look forward to our time together.

Thank you so much friend- you are helping me reach some lifelong goals, and I hope you know how grateful I am for you. And hopefully we are still young when the weight finally decides to come off me!!
  

 

Day 3's Thanks

Today I am thankful for my husband.

He works hard for our family. He never complains. He doesn't ask for much in return- just a few days to be in the great outdoors.

He encourages me. Makes me want to be the best that I can, even though he thinks he's already got the best. When I was hesitant about joining Nerium, he was the one who said, "Why not, you won't know unless you try."
 

He's the best daddy I could ever have imagined. He was made to be a father. He plays with them outside, he reads with them inside, he watches movies and snuggles, and colors and wrestles. And most importantly to me, he tells our children that he loves them. Every. Single. Day. 

And today when I wasn't feeling well, he asked multiple times, "What can I do for you to make you better?"  

He's the best. And I am so grateful for this simple, happy life he has given me.

I love you babe. 

Day 2

Day 2:

Today we were invited to a "Duck Dynasty" birthday party!

I am so thankful for friends that know how to have a good time! We had family pictures with beards, a camouflaged birthday cake, and a contest for all the men for the best beard.

I am so thankful for the friendship that has developed over the last couple of years. Good friends sure make life better!   

30 Day Challenge

So I am jumping on the bandwagon, and will be participating in the "30 Days of Giving Thanks" Challenge. 

I figured I could blog it, so that my Facebook friends/family AND my Nerium followers could know the special things I am so very thankful for.

It's hard to decide where to start for something like this.

Do you go with the most obvious choices first? God, husband, kids, parents?

I don't want to "go in order" and hurt anyone's feelings.

So I am going to take it day by day. And whatever happens and pertains to my life that particular day is simply what I am thankful.

So today, is the birthday of the girl who first made me "Aunt Jess." My niece is officially 9 years old today.

I remember her mama being pregnant with her at my wedding. I remember holding her in the hospital, and how excited we were to have a little girl in the family. 

Today she is an active 9 year old, who loves to keep busy with softball and soccer. I know her life gets a little hectic going from place to place, but I just tell her that's more people she has to love her. 

At her birthday party last weekend she let me french braid her beautiful long hair. And even in doing something as simple as that, I was very thankful for a few special moments together. 

I love you A! I am thankful for YOU today! Hope you had a Fantastic birthday!!