Tonight I am thankful for my home.
We have called it "our home" for the last 7 years. It is the only home the Princess has ever known (poor Prince, he had lived in 2 other homes previously!). It is the first home The King and I bought. We did a lot of things ourselves (not necessarily perfectly, but we did them!). We added a big deck on the back, did some remodeling in the kitchen, and (eventually) refinished the original hardwood floors.
There's things I love about my house I never knew I would. We have a great long driveway, perfect for safely riding bikes, playing basketball, or covering with chalk! We have the absolute best neighbors you could ever dream of! And the layout is ideal for keeping everyone close but not cramped!
And last year, we put it on the market.
We *thought* we wanted to move.
Apparently, we were mistaken. We took it off the market after 16 months! Alright, we can take a hint. We'll stay!
And I'm so glad we did- we could never find a more perfect neighborhood, and have I mentioned our neighbors?! This has been a blessed placed to raise our kids so far, and tonight I'm so thankful it is ours.
Every year the Community College in our town puts on a fall play. And every year they invite the local elementary schools to come watch. I love that I teach that "middle grade" where we still get invited to younger things, but also to the older things! This year's play was called "Beeple" and the cast did a fantastic job of keeping a houseful of little people entertained for an hour and a half! What a nice break from our busy day, and a chance for the kids to see all that goes into a play- we talked about not only the actors, but all the behind-the-scenes you don't see. How cool would it be for that experience to begin an interest in drama for one of my kiddos!
I also love that The Prince got to see it too, and being in that "middle grade" I was very thankful for him saying the play was "hilarious, and so fun" rather than "stupid and childish" like a very small number of the older kids thought. I love that he is still so innocent and gets to still be a kid! I'm gonna keep him that way as long as I can!
Day 19: I am thankful for the 2 people who brought me into this world.
They still spoil me rotten, even though I've got a family of my own! They love my husband as if he were their son. And my children- please don't even get me started on how much they spoil them!
They of course, like all parents, taught me everything I know. Most importantly, 80's and 90's acoustic rock music.
I am so lucky to have such attentive, encouraging, and loving (and fun!) parents.
I love you mom and dad!
Today I am thankful for McDonald's Happy Meal coupons earned by The Prince at school, and gift cards from our grandparents! Sure made dinner easy tonight on a stressful Monday.
PS- I ate a Grilled Chicken sandwich, so I'm still on track with my calorie count for the day!
Sunday's Thanks:
I'm thankful for a day of rest. A time to get caught up at home, prepared for the week, and spend some time relaxing at home.
I'm thankful for Sunday football, lunch time exercise, and a full cart of groceries (plus the little helpers to put it all away!).
And now I'll be thankful for an early-to-bed Sunday night!
Day 15:
I was so thankful to spend an hour in my bed yesterday evening with my favorite little girl in the world. We talked (boy can she talk!), I played with her beautiful long hair, and we took turns "writing" letters, words, numbers, and shapes on each others backs. It was a very special time with just the two of us. And I'm thankful I was given that.
Day 16: This morning I am thankful for my small town's youth bowling league. Both of my children bowl every Saturday morning, along with about 8 other kids. This is the 2nd year they have been on the team. The confidence in themselves has grown so much. They set goals, and achieve them. Bowling is such an independent sport and a chance to improve your own skill. Plus, the friends they've made are lifelong. So thank you, USBC.
Tonight's special is 2 for the price of one!
Tonight's thanks deserves more than just one day.
Hands down, I have the best husband.
Momma had a late night at school, so he was dad + mom at home tonight! He got dinner done, rooms cleaned, baths/showers, and happy kids, all by the time I was home at 7:00.
He deserves a medal.
I don't have one to give him.
So he gets a free night of deer hunting after work tomorrow!!
I love you babe!
