Grateful

With Thanksgiving around the corner, as well as the chaos going on in our lives right now, I have been really trying to stop and reflect about everything in my life that is truly a blessing. 

• Support and Prayers:  I cannot express how overwhelmed I feel by the outpouring of emails and support from everyone since we've received the news about Kenton.  I feel so blessed to have so many people praying for our family, even from some who I haven't talked to in a while.  Please know that your emails, kind words, support, and prayers are very much appreciated - even more than my words can express.
• Strong-Willed Boys:  Yep - that's what I said.  As I sit and struggle with the stubbornness of Talan and Hunter over simple tasks every day, I have actually come to appreciate their never-give-up attitude.  Both of my boys commit themselves to what they want with all of their heart and will not give up without a fight.  If Kenton is anything like his brothers, he will be able to fight anything that is thrown at him and come out stronger.
• My Fabulous Husband:  Aaron has been my rock through this entire pregnancy.  My hormones have been all over the place and I have been emotional since the beginning.  Add on the stress of working, lots of illnesses, and now the possible illness of Kenton, I am definitely not stable.  Aaron has been so patient with me and truly faithful and understanding.  In fact, just last night, I received my third 17 P injection and was feeling nauseated.  Rather than go to our neighborhood group as we had planned, I ended up on the couch drifting off to sleep.  Meanwhile, Aaron and the boys were outside for over an hour spending time together.  Aaron is such a great father and our family's rock.  It seems as though whatever struggles we go through, it just makes us stronger.  I fall more and more in love with him everyday. 
• My Mommy:  My mom has always been there for me, not matter what.  This new trial in our lives is no exception.  The daily messages and just being present in our lives means so much.  I can call on her no matter what I need and she will be there ... to have a sleepover with the kids so Aaron and I can process difficult news, to possibly taking Hunter to the doctor for us again today for another ear infection.  I love you, Mom!
• My (Support) Team at Work:  To say that this school year has been abnormal is an understatement.  My usually healthy family seems to be falling apart.  There's been one thing after another and my team at work has been extremely understanding.  They are always willing to listen or help out unselfishly.  God put me in 2nd grade this year for a reason and I am eternally grateful.  I just hope that one day I can be as great of a friend as they have all been to me.

There's SO MUCH MORE and, of course, my brain isn't functioning correctly right now to remember them all.  I'm sure they'll be many, many more ramblings of my gratefulness to come.  :)