Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Thankful For!

I thought that since tomorrow was Thanksgiving I would write a few of the many things that I am thankful for.
We have been so blessed over the past several years. I am so thankful for family. I don't know how anyone could get by in life without family to help them through those tough times. I am thankful that I was in the right place at the right time that I was able to meet the love of my life 12 1/2 years ago. Because everyone knows how many people walk into 7-11 while you are there. I'm grateful that though our courtship was a roller coaster ride someone up above had the bigger picture for us.
I'm grateful that our first born over came all the challenges that our pregnancy had. This being due to all the diligent prayers on our behalf. I'm grateful that when Tyler had a stroke just after we were married that it just slowed us down a little, but never really knocked us out. I'm grateful that when the time came for Tyler to have open heart surgery, our family was surrounded by those that loved us.
I'm thankful that Tyler felt inspired to build a house in the Ranches. The relationships formed out there have change the course of our lives forever. Thanks for helping us to see the light and feel the spirit again.
I am so grateful for the four little boys that love me unconditionally. I feel like I have the greatest task of my life trying to raise them in this world of uncertainty. They are truly what keeps me going each day.
I am grateful that I have a husband that has supported me every step of the way. I would have never been able to finish college with out him.
I am grateful that we have a business that supports our family. Even though we have seen ruff times in the last ten years, our company continues to flourish and support many families. I am thankful that I can stay at home with my kids.
I am thankful that we have moved to an area with so many fabulous people. I am thankful for all those women in our ward that have taught me so much, from baking bread and pies to making 72 hour kits.
I am thankful to sisters and a mother that are always there when I need to have a deep conversation. I am thankful that I have a husband that will bring me back down to earth when I need it. Which I think everyone needs it now and then. I am thankful that Tyler has taught me that during a rain storm to walk between the rain drops and not through them. I have so many things to be grateful for. These are just a few. Thanks to all those people that are dear to my heart.

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