Thanksgiving

As I have gotten older Thanksgiving has become such a special holiday to me.  It is coming close to taking over first on my list.  I still love the holiday season that we get to share in between Thanksgiving and Christmas though.  Thanksgiving is such a great time to actually sit done and thank God for all of the blessings in my life.  Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in the hustle bustle of life and take things for granted.  I hate letting days rush by and not taking the time to enjoy the little things in life because we all know that the little things are truly what matters.  So now for my list of things I am thankful for. (Sorry I don't have pictures for all of them.)

First for my husband, Erin.  He is an amazing man who gives me so much support and love everyday!  He works hard to accomplish his dreams and I admire that so much.

Then we were blessed with Lukas.  I thank God everyday for him.  It still amazes me to this day the amount of love I have for this little boy.  His little smile can make every worry just disappear.  The joys of motherhood were never truly understood until I became a Mommy!

My family has always been such a big part of my life, and I am so grateful for them.  My mom and dad are two people with the biggest hearts I know.  They are always there to help anyone in need and just want what is best for everyone.  My brother and sisters know just how to make me smile.  I love how close we are still to this day! 

Erin's family is so special to me.  I always look forward to spending time with them during the holidays.  I am so lucky to have such great in-laws!

I am thankful for all of the family that I have.  Not everyone is close to their extended families and I feel very special for that.

My niece and nephews are some of the cutest kids I know.  They all have their special things about them.  We love getting to spend time with them and just watching them grow.

I am thankful for all the grandparents in my life!  Since we lost my Grandma Keeley around this time last year it is kind of bitter sweet.  I know she is happy in heaven with Grandpa, but I do miss them both so much.  I am so thankful that I still have my Grandma and Grandpa Schartz to spend time with.

We have such great friends that are a part of our lives.  Some old and some new, but all of them are special to us.

I am thankful that Erin and I both have good jobs to support our family with.  I know there are days that I get frustrated at work, but I still get the chance to help a child everyday and try to make a difference for them.

I know there are many more things that we are fortunate to have.  God has blessed me in so many ways.  I hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!   Bring on the turkey :)