Giving Thanks

I don't think it is ever "too late" to give thanks, so here goes... 


I am thankful for this guy...

Who makes me sane even when he drives me crazy, makes me laugh when I want to cry, and calms me when I am totally frazzled. He takes care of anything that needs to get done, even when it seems impossible.  He is silly and romantic.  Not only is he a great husband and friend, he is the most amazing dad.  Rob is so incredibly patient, loving, and affectionate with Maya and I can't wait to watch him fall in love with our new baby, too! 



I am thankful for this girl...

Who makes my heart smile.  She makes me laugh and glow with pride daily.  Maya has shown me a kind of unconditional love I couldn't have ever imagined.  I cannot WAIT to watch her become a loving, doting big sister and fall in love with her new baby brother/sister!  


I am thankful for our furbabies...

Annie

Ellie and Macy

Who make keeping our house clean nearly impossible, but provide our days with so much love and laughter.  With a dog and two cats, our home is never quiet or lonely (or clean, for that matter!!)  
They are ALWAYS there to snuggle, love unconditionally, and give kisses when they are needed.  



I am thankful for our family...

Who has been sooo incredibly supportive in our move and transition to a new job, house, and new life in Eau Claire.  We could NOT survive without the support of our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends...  Moving has been such a humbling experience.  I truly feel the meaning behind "It takes a village..."  We are soooo very thankful that we didn't have to do it alone and that our family has been so willing to help in so many ways! 



I am thankful for friends...

both old and new.  I am incredibly sad to have left behind many great friendships in La Crosse, Onalaska, and Holmen, but SOOO grateful to have had the opportunity to develop those friendships over the last 10 years.  I am hopeful that each of those friendships will continue in their own way.  I am also thankful for NEW friends who have welcomed me with smiles and kind words as I begin a job and home in a brand new neighborhood!  I am also thankful for those friendships that have been with me forever.  Those who I have grown with and know me best!  I am soo blessed to have you ALL!  


 I am thankful for our home...

That said family and friends has helped us to put together!!  Not because it is big and beautiful, but because it is ours!   It is warm and safe and provides us a place to make many memories.  It is full of lots of love and things that are beautiful and important to us! 



I am thankful for my job...

That is full of welcoming, fun, and supportive co-workers and provides many opportunities for our family. 



I am thankful for my bed...

{Actual bed not pictured! But doesn't this one look comfy??}  

With our flannel sheets and down comforter.  I am thankful to have a soft, warm place to lay my head EVERY  night!

I could go on and on, but I am afraid I might start to get a little materialistic.  Soon I'll be thankful for Starbucks and Target.. {but who isn't?!}