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Today I am thankful to have my husband home. He's been gone for five nights and it was COLD without him here. It wasn't too lonely because I have two little yahoos running around and a host of family to keep me company. Which brings me to my next thankFULL. I am so thankful for my momma who came over to help me drag all my Christmas stuff upstairs. My house is starting to look a LOT like Christmas. YES, it is the week before Thanksgiving, but I LOVE to decorate for Christmas and I want to be able to enjoy it for as long as possible. Which reminds me, I am also thankful that I got two beautiful strands of garland from Sam's last year! PERFECT for my new banister!

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Okay...so I am a few days behind. BUT I have a good excuse and it goes by the name of migraine headache! I got one Sunday and was just not into looking at a computer screen!

On Sunday, I was thankful that I have finally found a medicine that works on my migraines. But most of all, I was SO thankful to wake up with my mom milling around in my kitchen! She made me a cup of coffee and we had the best day! She had spent the night because it was opening weekend 'round these parts! I vote that this is a new tradition...we loved it so much!

On Monday, I was SO thankful when I picked up my girl at school and she had the best day! She was also VERY excited to get to the eye doctor. She will continue to wear her glasses and she picked out a new pair that are ADORABLE! I am thankful that I do not have to choose between glasses for my child and food on the table. I am amazed everyday at the goodness of our Lord.

Today, I am thankful for my cousin Amy. I have mentioned her before in THIS post and I adore her. My kids adore her. We spent the evening drinking cream soda, eating ham and cheese croissants off of Mickey Mouse plates and coloring Shrinky Dinks. We managed to have a few meaningful conversations about life and God. The evening was wonderful. Thank you Jesus for surrounding me with so many wonderful people!

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Today I am thankful for my home. I never imagined it would feel SO much like "home" so quickly. When I drive into our neighborhood, I still shake my head and pinch myself. I can't believe this is my life. I love it here so much. Whether it be entertaining for holidays, hosting parties to raise money or collect items for children and families in need or simply having out of town guests (hint hint!!!) I can't wait to share this amazing space that God has blessed us with!!! For this...even ALL the hardwood floors...I am thankful!

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Today I'm thankful for this...

If you can't tell, this is a roaring fire in front of two of my 3 favorite men. It's my little brother and my husband and the picture was taken by my dad...the other favorite man in my life. I'm thankful that I was (and still am) daddy's girl. I am thankful that I had a brother just 26 months younger than me to grow up with. I am thankful to have the love of a man who is good for so many reasons. MOST of all, I am thankful that they love each other enough that I'm not the least bit worried about them being in the woods together...with guns.

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Today, I am thankful for THIS.

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Until Thanksgiving I will be posting one thing each day that I am thankful for.

Today, on Veteran's Day, I am thankful for the brave men and women who have fought or are fighting for our country. Without them, I may not have the freedom to post my opinions here for all to see. I am also extremely thankful for their families and friends at home who are taking care of business at home. There are SO many out there who are raising children, celebrating holidays, giving birth, witnessing baby's firsts without their spouses by their side. I am thankful that they are strong enough to do this. It amazes me. Jana M., Kristen S., Lori W....you are my heroes. You are 3 of the strongest women I know. Thank YOU for your service to our country! I guess Bryce, Montana and Michael are pretty awesome too!!

HE MADE IT!!!

The sweet baby mentioned in the previous post just beat the odds. His mommy and daddy are beside themselves and giving God all the glory! YAY!!!!!