11/27, 11/28 & 11/29/2012

for Tuesday: grateful for a tough yoga class; sore muscles bc it lets me know what my body is capable of; for my health and that of my family; that D seems to be feeling better; and that Reese had a good cheer practice. 

for Wednesday: grateful for faithful friends and family that pray when I ask them to; for technology to keep me connected with my loved ones; for Max and Maggie not having any adverse affects from licking the flea drops; for an Epsom salt bath; for my house being warm.

for Thursday: for a wonderful hot yoga class; for a busy, productive day; for options; for dinner with the fam; for inviting ourselves over for the chocolate lava cake that Leisha made. 

11/26/2012

today, I am grateful for a renewed sense of energy and purpose; for D being able to stay home and rest so he could feel better; for getting one step closer to having a project completed; for Mak working ahead on homework in her dad's class; and for Reese's sweet phone call an understanding when I was late picking her up from practice. 

11/25/2012

grateful for Reese making me a yummy breakfast (chocolate milk, an apple, a banana and peanut butter); for her's and Mak's laughter; for a lazy Sunday watching movies; for D for figuring out dinner; for little moments with my girls that really are the big things (helping Mak clean up her eyebrows and falling into fits of laughter; checking out Instagram and giggling at some of the things posted; sweet quality time with my big girl) 

11/24/2012

today, I am grateful for sleep; for an Epsom salt bath and foam rolling; for virtual training partners; for a new recipe and for watching a movie with Mak. 

11/22 & 11/23/2012

for Thursday: grateful for an abundance of yummy food; for exchanging photos and texts with my family in Florida; for a Thanksgiving with Donnie's family; for traditions; and for the calorie deficit created by my run so I could EAT!

for Friday: for Mak's first Black Friday shopping experience; for getting some great deals; for leftovers; for the awesome things that Reese says (that she was in charge of the greats and dad was in charge of the tv; that gma is the boss at her house like I'm the boss at mine bwahahaha!); and a much needed nap after our middle of the night shopping excursion. 

11/20 & 11/21/2012

for Tuesday: grateful for early release from work; snuggling a sweet infant; hugs from a friend; for Max and Maggie coming thru surgery ok; and for getting to watch Reese at cheer. 

for Wednesday: grateful for the day off so I was able to go pick up Mak from school; for completing 14 miles in crazy wind; for a new friend that encouraged me when I didn't think I could continue; for learning that sometimes, even cheerleaders need a cheerleader; and for snuggles and movie time with my sweet Reese. 

11/19/2012

today, I am grateful to finish up a project at work; for a friend connecting me with a new running partner that has offered to step in and run long with me so I don't have to run by myself (yes!!); for my pets - Cassie, Isabella, Max and Maggie; that Reese's parent-teacher conference went really well and her excitement at the conclusion of the meeting..."yes! I'm not GROUNDED" lol; and that Mak is working really hard to get her grades up and keep them there. 

11/18/2012

today, I am grateful to be able to sleep in with my family; to be able to get together at a friend's house for a pampered chef party even though I really wasn't feeling it; for hugs and kisses from the greats; for spending some time at MIL's and for D cooking dinner. 

11/17/2012

today, I am grateful for the little short run I got even though I detested the venue; for a day full of football; for conspiratory secrets told to me by my 6 year old; for D going to the grocery store with me and for him working on finishing the floors and baseboards; and for two new, yummy recipes. 

11/16/2012

for Friday: I am grateful for waking up with no nausea; for finding a new restaurant; that Reese is a mama's girl; for being able to treat Mak to a movie; and that she wasnt embarrassed that I tagged along with she and her girlfriends to watch it. 

11/15/2012

today I am grateful for a phone conversation with my sweet daddy; for sweet girl arms around me and the "I missed you, mommy!"; for being the confidant to my giggly teenager and the go-between with her daddy on some important-to-a-teen issues; for D understanding what I was trying to tell him; and for celebrating a friend's birthday. 

11/14/2012

today, I am grateful for Thanksgiving potluck at work; for a good chat with my senior manager about career path; for a visit to the gym today; for little girl giggles; and for the health and safety of my family and loved ones. 

11/13/2012

today, I am grateful for being able to go to the gym while my family sleeps, before my work day starts; for coca-cola to help with nausea; for a challenging project at work; for somehow always having exactly what I need; and for my family and friends. 

11/12/2012

today, I am grateful for the beginning of a new week; for my job; that my family was able to enjoy an extra rest day; that D had dinner ready when I got home from work; for an early bedtime. 

11/11/2012

today, I am grateful for Reese enjoying church as much as she does and always wanting to go; for a yummy lunch waiting for us when we got home from church; for being able to get my laundry done; for D getting the sprinklers blown out; and for the men and women that have fought for the freedom that I enjoy.

11/10/2012

for Saturday: grateful for a lazy day; for catching up on reading some magazines; for Reese and Mak cleaning their room; for D cleaning the garage; for an evening at the movies and dinner with Reese. 

11/9/2012

today, I am grateful for the portion of the run I was able to complete (8 miles); for a ride from a team member back to the car since my running partner had an injury; for a complimentary microdermabrasion appt; for messaging with my sister and with Tracey bc they always help put things into perspective; for the warmth of my house as compared to outside. brrr. 

11/8/2012

today, I'm grateful for the sun's rays peeking thru the clouds that fills me with hope and lets me know it's a new day; for the opportunity to go to hot yoga before I go to work; for an amazing manager; for two fabulous daughters - and yes, they are fabulous, even when they test boundaries to see if I will do what I say I will do; and for D bc he makes me laugh. 

11/7/2012

today, I am grateful for an extra hour of sleep to let my body rest; for a good drs appt; for the surprise of winning an online give away; for an easy dinner and meal with my fam; and for a quiet, relaxing evening at home. 

11/6/2012

today, I am grateful for being able to get to the gym and stretch my body; for earphones and music; for dinner with Reese; for a hot bath; and for my warm comfy bed. 

11/5/2012

grateful today for the right to vote; that tomorrow is the last day of this political season and all the political ads and fb posts will stop; for coworkers that care enough to stop in to see how Reese is doing; for my relationship with Mak - can't even begin to tell you what an incredible young lady she is; and that my basic needs are met - I have plenty of food, water, clothing, warm shelter and lots of love. 

11/4/2012

grateful for the quiet stillness of the morning; for little girl laughter; for an afternoon nap; for dinner with my girlfriend, Katie, and her parents; and for Mak being such a tremendous help. 

11/3/2012

today, I am grateful for a safe drive over to Vancouver and back with the inlaws, Reese and D; for Reese being so good and patient; for Mak's help getting several loads of laundry washed while we were gone; for finding D a vehicle that he likes and for negotiating what we believe to be a fair deal. 

11/2/2012

grateful today that Pam was able to cover for me while I was out yesterday with Reese; that Reese was feeling better and was able to go to school; for a safety lunch provided by work; for getting my long run completed; for a long soak in a hot bath. 

11/1/2012

grateful today that D ran around before work to get Reese Gatorade and something to eat for breakfast; for snuggles with my baby girl; that her bloodwork and WBC are normal and we are on our way to finding answers; for spa time with my girls; and for mall time with the fam.