Thankful for...27

Today, I am thankful that the camping group of girls and all their kids got together yesterday.  This was the third annual camping kids get together.  This was the first time that all the kids kids were together for this event.  We were missing one mommy that had to work the night shift the night before/morning of.  Nonetheless, the 5 moms and 10 kids had a good time.  April was nice enough to host the event this year.  I didn't get any of the "group" photos, because I was hiding behind the couch holding Jenna in the picture, but I did get a couple pics of the kids eating and playing.

Ciara, Shelby, Emma, Jenna, Lexi, Kate and Aubrey eating lunch.

 Shelby, Bell, Kaden, Kate, Emma and Ciara playing in the living room. 

It was a good visit and was nice to see all the kids interact.  It was the first time most of us got to meet the second round of babies (Shelby, Kaden, Bell, Mattison) in person.  Of course, it was fun for all the mommies to catch up to!  I hope we get together and do it again next year!

Thankful for...14

Yes, I know I missed a couple days.  Today, I am thankful for Vicks Vapor Rub.  Over the weekend we have been fighting snotty noses and a crouppy cough.  My mom reminded me this morning that Vicks on the bottom of feet helps little girls get rid of a drippy runny nose.

Thankful for...11

This Veteran's Day, we honor those who have so bravely served this country.  America is founded on the principle of freedom, justice, and liberty for all. Our nation's soldiers serve every day to protect our country and its ideals. On Veteran's Day, and every day, I would like to say thank you to those who sacrifice their lives to protect our peace and democracy.

"It is the soldier, not the reporter, Who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the soldier, not the organizer, Who gave us the freedom to demonstrate
It is the soldier, Who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag.
And whose coffin is draped by the flag, Who allows the protester to burn the flag."
Father Dennis Edward O'Brien, USMC

Thankful for...10

Today, I am thankful for kisses. 

Shelby has learned how to blow kisses.  She also gives very wet, open mouth kisses, which are absolutely precious.  Jenna has to have a kiss before I can leave her at daycare so I can go to work.  I am thankful for Lance kisses to.

Thankful for...9

I am thankful for farmers.  It is the American Farmer who ensures that we have food to eat everyday!  I thank the men and women that provide the safest, most affordable, nutritious, and abundant food supply of any nation in the world.


Today, on average, one U.S. farmer produces food and fiber for 155 people.  By producing the most abundant food supply in the world, the American farmer has enabled American consumers to spend approximately 10% of their yearly disposable income to purchase food.

Today, my hat goes off to you, American Farmer.  Thank you for everything you do and everything you produce.