So I didn't do so well...

...keeping up with the blog and the thankfuls all month. But I feel like we have been going...and going...and, well, you get the picture. Our Thanksgiving dinners started Saturday the 13th, and we have eaten turkey every few days since then, seems like. The rundown is as follows:
We had a nice visit and dinner at Bryan's mom and Ronnie's house. The boys played, the weather was nice, and we got to spend a lot of time with Bryan's grandparents.
On that Friday we ate lunch with Parker at school. He was so surprised to see that Bryan had gotten off work to be with him. It was a family affair.
On Tuesday the 16th we were with Logan for his delicious Burger King preschool FEAST. He was hesitantly dressed as an Indian (not happy) and we enjoyed seeing him with his friends and in his own world.
Then by Wednesday, we headed to Moulton and spent time at my grandfather's cabin. We had a wonderful visit and spent the night so we could make it more easily to our next event.
On Thursday it was more turkey and my Dad's side of the family. It was a nice visit with lots of family. Thursday evening we stole a few quiet hours with my parents, throwing the football, laughing and jumping in leaves. It was so nice!
We only spent Friday at home, and I spent most of it sleeping because I did the Black Friday shopping thing with a new, dear friend! Jamie and I had a great time shopping and people watching. We had nothing particular to go for, so it was fun just to see everyone so frantic. Did get a few good deals, though!
And...drumroll please...on Saturday we had...CHRISTMAS at Bryan's dad and Phyllis' house! Yes, I said Christmas. We got an early jump so we could all be sittin' on go when my sister-in-law Julie says "it's time (for baby Mason to arrive)!" We, as always, had a ball. We were blessed with beautiful gifts for us and the children, but most importantly, with lots of love and laughter.
So now...I am enjoying the news that we will have THREE new family members soon. I learned that my sister-in-law is engaged, and so is my brother-in-law, and I am eagerly anticipating the phone call about the arrival of my first NEPHEW! What a holiday season so far!
The boys (Bryan included:) are doing great and we have all fought the sinus crud but are much better. Can't wait to see what the rest of the year brings!

Today I am thankful for...

Veterans, of course. That was easy on a day like today. I am thankful for Bryan's dad, Danny, who did a tour of duty in Iraq with the National Guard the year we found out we were pregnant with Parker. I hated having to tell him he was going to be a Grandpa through email, but he was here before Parker was born, and I am so proud to be his daughter-in-law. I remember getting to welcome him home with the entire city, and being a part of all of the worry that folks have when a loved one is overseas. I remember the fear when I thought he might have to go again right after we found out Logan was on his way. We were so thankful that we wouldn't have to go through that again, but I rarely tell him how proud I am of him that he was willing to go. I know he was doing it for his family, his grandchildren, his country.
Bryan's grandfather served in the Korean War. He doesn't talk about it much, and I don't ask many questions. But I am proud of him and his accomplishments and what he's done for all of us.
Take a minute out of your day...thank a Veteran!

Today I am thankful for...

my beautiful and amazing husband. He is strong and smart, handsome and loving. He is sometimes dry, and just when you think he doesn't care, he freaks out about something that worries him and it's so endearing. I love the way he loves me.
I also love the dad that he is. I know the boys see what a man should be. They watch him - how he treats me, how he pitches in and helps, how he's not afraid to care for them. Bryan can do as much or more in caring for the kids sometimes than me. He was more comfortable from day one dealing with diapers and feeding and vomit and such...
He is the number one person on my list of people I would want to leave my children with. And for that, I am more than blessed. When he's got the boys, I NEVER worry.
Oh, and I am also thankful for Nyquil. I have a terrible cold and I am so excited to take my dose tonight and slip into peacefulness. Thank you, Lord, for modern medicines that allow me to breathe!
More thankfuls tomorrow!

Thankful for...EVERYTHING

I am taking part in a Facebook challenge to list one thing I am thankful for every day this month. It has not been hard, except it has been a challenge to not list it all in one post. Most importantly, and on the first day, I used up Jesus, my husband, kids, family and church. Shoulda really spread those out a little! So now that's what I am doing. Thought I might as well share those on my blog as well.

Today I am thankful for my little boys. Although rambunctious, I realize there are many moms out there that would love to watch their children run and play, and have to yell, "slow down!" I am very blessed that both my little men are active and healthy. I don't think there could be any better earthly pleasure than being their mom.

I'll try to post everyday...if I miss I will try to cover all my thanks, anyway! There's enough to cover a thousand Novembers.