Gratitude

Thanksgiving Day at Don's House

Kiddie table with Ryan, Tyler, Jacob, Nathaniel and Brinley

We had Thanksgiving dinner this year at Don's house.  It is so nice to have family near by and be able to share this special day with them.  This year, the number 1 thing I am thankful for is my family.  I love them all so much and love being with them.  Here is a small list of random things that I am thankful for:

Family,  Atonement, Gospel, Home, Food, Friends, USA, rain, traveling, reading, movies, jobs, Emily home from BYU, still having a mother that is alive and well, cameras, Relief Society, water, Holidays - especially Thanksgiving and CHRISTMAS, silly things my kids do, and the best husband in the world!

Birthday's Galore

Three of my siblings have had a birthday in the past month.  Ginna  is the best big sister.  She was my 2nd mom when I was little.  I was only in kindergarten when she went off to BYU.  I used to be so excited to see her when she would come home.  She would always bring me a Madame Alexander doll, and I still have the collection!  We don't see each other that often anymore since she lives in New Mexico, but I love it when she comes.  She is so fun to talk to and laugh with.  This picture was taken when we went to England.  I would love to go another trip!

Jeanne is always so loving and gives so much of herself to everyone.  I really love that about her.  She helps Mom so much.  This picture was taken at Christmas in St. Johns.  I think we are about 4 and 2 and I love this picture.  I love that Jeanne has such a happy spirit about her.  She is always laughing and smiling and cheering everybody up!

 This picture was taken when Dad and Mom took us to Meteor Crater.  Check out my plaid pants and Jeanne's flowered ones!  Aren't they a kick!  Greg was the typical big brother (always teasing)!  He is sensitive and kind and gentle.  He has gone through a lot over the years and is doing so well right now.  I am very proud of him  I love him and all my brothers and sisters very much.  I hope they know they are loved!