I can not believe it’s about to be our third holiday season spent with Sawyer. I don’t even really remember what holidays were like before we had our crazy monkey man. Last year I was somewhat in a funk about it all, but this year I am GUNG-HO about getting things decorated and celebrating to the best of my ability. I’ve already put up my Christmas lights and made a new wreath! I just found another DIY wreath idea, too, and so I think that will be my new project this weekend. I’m pretty pumped to be all Christmas’ed out!
But before all the craziness of Christmas begins, I’d like to stop and write my list of “Thanks” for 2009. It’s pretty important to me to stop and realize what an amazing life we have and to remember to count my blessings! It’s easy to go on with life without really paying much attention.
So here is my list!
1. My family. Wow – between mine and Sean’s, we really have some wonderful people we can call ours. I know everyone thinks their family rocks, but I know mine does just a little bit more than usual. :)
2. My son. I have learned more in his 2 1/2 years than the 25 1/2 prior to becoming a parent. Everything I thought was “important” has been tossed to the wayside and now I know what true love is! Sawyer’s smile can make any day better and I love how his little hand fits into mine. He’s an amazing kiddo.
3. My dogs. Yea – I know. They are dogs. But, they are ours and even though I threaten daily to send them to the pound, I’ll be so sad when they are off to greener backyards.
4. My job. It allows me flexibility, great wine and opportunities I only dreamed about 2 years ago.
5. My friends. Man, I have some great ones! They are always there when I need them the most and I appreciate the love they give me in return.
6. My faith. It’s growing every day and while it might not be in a conventional way, I’m excited to see where it’s going.
7. My camera. It’s captured many moments I’m so glad I can relive over and over again!
8. My DVR. It lets me watch all sorts of tv whenever I want, and usually without having to watch commercials!
9. My funny husband. He’s totally the peanut butter to my jelly.
10. My life in general. It’s pretty awesome, even when things are tough. I have parents that love me, friends that continuously deal with my shortcomings and love me anyway and a support system that never lets me down. I’m a lucky girl!
