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Thanksgiving Weekend

We sure had a fun Thanksgiving weekend, and we've got so much to be thankful for this year. My friend/cousin Lacy, did this on her blog, as she was encouraged to do by her Bishop in New York. I liked the idea, and I'm stealing it...a few days post thanksgiving. Let's face it...thanksgiving might only be one day, but we've got something to be thankful for, each and every day.

Jason - I couldn't be more thankful for Jason. I look at our lives today, compared to what they were when we first met, and I couldn't imagine being in this place/time without him. Sure, there are days when we don't see eye to eye (he's very stubborn, you know), but ultimately, he makes me laugh when I want to be mad, he's an amazing father, a provider for our family and a super friend. I've always said, that through our family history, God put us together for a reason. I've never stopped doubting that. Jason, thank you, for being all that you are, not only to me, but to our beautiful children! This life wouldn't be what it is, without you.

Colton - Wow, where do I start? You are truly a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. You'll always be my baby, and I'm thankful that you were our first. You've made being a parent easier than I thought it was supposed to be. That said, you're only 3, so don't go changing on me in a few years, do you understand? :) Your curious personality, your bright smile and beautiful blue eyes are something I will be eternally thankful for. You are truly a gift from God. I love you.

Emmalyn - My baby girl. Your smile could simply melt my heart. That's likely the reason your daddy thinks your spoiled! I can't resist picking you up and squeezing you when you give me that little grin. You have the biggest, most beautiful eyes that are the window to your soul. You are a great baby and I hope and pray, that as you grow older, you and I can share a bond that is unbreakable, just like my own Mom & I do. God blessed me with a little girl, so that one day, I might always have a close friend. And so that I could buy bows and dresses and all the cute little things that come with baby girls! ;) Thank you, for helping make our family complete.

Jason likes to tease me that we're done having kids. Our family is complete. I beg to differ and that's always an ongoing discussion in our home. It's up to God, this we both know, but for now, we're perfectly content with the many blessings he's given us. They are truly blessings...on the good days and bad, and for that, we are certainly thankful!

Our families - Jason and I are both blessed to come from an amazing support group called family. They've been there for us, through thick and thin, and have never let us down. They spoil our children, help us with odd jobs around the farm, helped us prepare our home and move to the farm, and in general, are our sounding board and support group on a day to day basis. Thank you, parents & siblings, for you too are some of God's greatest gifts in our life. This family circle wouldn't be complete without you! :)

Here are a few pictures of our Thanksgiving Day Celebrations!

Emmalyn (6 months) & Madi (9 months)

Colton & Uncle Trent

Grandma Jacki and her Grandgirls!

Cousins! Meredith (3 1/2) and Colton (2 1/2)

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