Saturday, March 29, 2014

26 Things To Be Grateful For

So Friday at work as I was pondering my 26th birthday the following day I was thinking about how it seems so old.  I know it isn't but in context with what has happened in my life it seems old.  I have known Brant for 12 years, I have been out of high school for 8 years and married for 6 years.  I guess life flies when you are having fun.  While I was pondering my life and the last 26 years I realized I have so much to be grateful for. So this year I am starting a new tradition each year on my birthday I am going to write down things I am grateful for the same as I am old.  So here are my 26 things I am grateful for in my life.

1.  Brant - I have such a wonderful husband he is kind, gentle and so patient with me.  I love him with all my heart.
2.  Mom -  I consider my Mom one of my best friends.  I have really enjoyed spending time together.  We have had so many fun adventures sewing, Corn Wagon browsing, and the James Taylor concert.  I love you Mom.
3.  Dad - My Dad is probably the best Dad in world.  He has a way of making me feel so special, important and strong.
4.  Kyle - I have an amazing brother!  He is a great example to me and I have enjoyed living close to each other so he can visit from school.
5. Chelsea - What an fabulous person.  She is so sweet, fun and outgoing.  It is fun to be grown up sisters and I am looking forward to spending more time together as we get older.  :)
6.  Job - I do like my job and I am grateful to have one.  It is work but at the end of the day still find myself very content.
7.  Home - I love our little home.  It has been really fun making it our own.
8.  Jack - Yes, I am grateful for my cat he is very sweet and loves to cuddle me while I am sleeping.
9.  Ninja - Yes, we do have another cat.  She is so playful and silly and I love watching her be so mischievous.
10.  Mia - She has been such a good dog.  She is always so happy to see me and has taught me a thing or two about unconditional love.
11.  Springville 5th Ward YW - I am so grateful to have such great young women to work with each Sunday.  I look forward to seeing them and watching them grown.
12.  Springville 5th Ward - I am grateful for the members of our ward there are so many who have made us feel welcome and like we are family.
13.  Friends - I do not have enough space or time to write about all of my wonderful friends.  I have an amazing group of friends from home, California, work, and in our Ward.  You all know who you are and I appreciate all of the time you spend laughing and crying with me you are wonderful.
14.  Cute Shoes - Yes I am grateful for cute shoes.
15.  Sewing Machine - I love my sewing machine it gives me some much needed therapy on a long day after work.
16.  Rainy Days - I love a nice rainy day when everything smells super clean.
17.  Joann's - I am not quiet sure what I would do without a place to buy all my crafting supplies.  I love to go in there and just browse.
18.  Church - I am grateful to be a member in the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  There is so much comfort and peace with the knowledge I have of life.
19.  Sweet Potato Fries - Do I need to say more?  They are amazing!
20.  Infertility - I know this seems like a weird thing to put on this list.  I have been able to grow a lot throughout this very hard journey but I know it has made me a better person.
21.  Puzzles - I love to do puzzles they are so relaxing and enjoyable.
22.  Running Water - Every time Brant takes me camping there is no running water or even restrooms.  I am so grateful to live in the time we do.
23.  General Conference - I am grateful that we are able to listen to counsel from the prophets and get guidance in our lives.
24.  Tulips - I love tulips and this year is a great time.  We have tulips in our yard and they are wonderful.
25.  Temples - I love going to the temple and the wonderful feeling that is there.
26.  Music - I am grateful for music and how there is always a song for how you feel.

Well that about settles it.  There is so much in my life that I can be grateful for.

1 comment:

Grandma Vicki said...

Oh I love this idea. I would have a very long list (since I am so old :/ ) Loved all your grateful items. You are such a sweetheart. And we love having you in our family. :)