10 Things I'm Grateful For

With everything going on right now, I need to focus on the things I'm grateful for... It takes the stress away.


10. Pinterest
       Yes, I'm grateful for pinterest. It's a nice little "getaway" while the kids are sleeping or playing nicely. Plus, it's given me ideas for recipes and projects.

9. Books
     I love to read and my sister-in-law Kelli has kindly lend me some in the past. Ryan is known to surprise me with a bunch of books that I have on my list to read.

8. The Weather
     The weather here has been nice lately...except for the day I planned on going to the zoo with Damien. It's been nice to go play outside with the kids.

7. My Van
   I'm grateful for my van, just to be able to go places.

6. Friends
    Yesterday at church wasn't the best. Damien was having quite a few meltdowns, Brody was so tired, but wouldn't go to sleep, and Kayleigh was unhappy with not being able to sit right next to her cousins... But I'm grateful for the friends that offered to help with the kids, to sit by us in the future, or just send  text messages to see how I'm doing. It's great to see people care.

5. Our Therapists
   I'm sooooo grateful for our 4 therapists our kids see. Gail, who is Kayleigh's speech therapists, is amazing and we have seen so much improvement in her. Stacey, Brody's physical therapists, is so kind, and amazing. She has so much patience for a baby that wants to move instead of just laying there being picked on. Steve and Jeff, Damien's speech therapist and occupatinal therapists, are our life savers. Steve has so much patience with Damien and his speech. I know how hard and frustrating it is to get him to talk or just repeat a word, but he doesn't seem to mind, and Jeff was so kind to take Damien on and show us how to help with his meltdowns. Who knew a baby brush and fireballs would be something so big in his life?

4. Kelli Call
    My sister-in-law and really close friend. Her husband is gone now too, and I'm so glad that we can hang out alot and talk every day... She's always great for advice with Damien, willing to watch our kids, and just make me laugh. Love you Kelli!

3. My Parents
   I'm so grateful for my parents, always there if I need to talk, vent, cry...etc. Always willing to skype with us, and come visit. I can't wait for this summer to spend time with them.

2. Kayleigh, Damien, and Brody
   These monsters are my life. No matter how much I want to pull my hair out with frustration, lock myself in a room, or just have a meltdown myself, they also bring so much laughter and joy to my life.

1. Ryan
   The main man in my life, my rock, my best friend. I'm so proud of him. He's willing to work away from home to support his family, even though it may be hard. I love you, Ry-guy.