The Things I'm Thankful For...

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We spent Thanksgiving over at my sister Natalie's house. We also had some friends that came too. It was a lot of fun relaxing and spending time together with family and friends. It was also wonderful having Billy off of work for a few days. Ryan loved it. Billy and I used to cook a lot together before Ryan came along. Now, it's usually me cooking and Billy playing with Ryan. On Thanksgiving I was cooking all morning. During Ryan's nap Billy helped. It was fun being together in the kitchen. We made: pecan pie (Billy's request), mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, and homemade rolls. Everyone contributed to the yummy feast we had.

As I contemplate on the season I have a lot to be thankful for. While there is not any possible way I can write everything down, here's just some of the things I'm thankful for:

1. The gospel of Jesus Christ which allows us the opportunity to return to our Heavenly Father someday.
2. The atonement which allows me to be forgiven of my shortcomings.
3. The Temple and temple blessings.
4. The opportunity that Families can be Together Forever.
5. A wonderful mother who is doing a special work!
6. A father who is giving and has taken on the responsibility of filling 2 roles.
7. A husband who honors his Priesthood and loves me just the way I am!
8. Billy's job that puts a roof over our head, food in our bellies, and allows me to stay home with our sweet daughter Ryan.
9. A beautiful daughter who is healthy and brings me and her daddy TONS of joy! I love her so much!
10. Good health.
11. An education that has allowed me to further my knowledge and made me capable of helping provide for my family if needed.
12. A husband who will graduate in 2 weeks! Yeah!
13. The library: here's to free DVD rentals!
14. The Biggest Loser workout DVD: you're probably laughing, but the DVD gives you a great workout!
15. My eternal family!