Thankful Thursday

It's been a while since I have done a Thankful Thursday post.  The rush of the holiday season got the better of me and although I have had so much to be thankful for these past two months, I must have taken the time to enjoy them rather than post about them. =) 

This week I am thankful for:

A New Year ~ The slate is clean.  A fresh 12 months free from bitterness to make new memories one month, one week, one day, one moment at a time.

Comfort Food ~ The chilly days have had me in the kitchen this week, cooking hearty meals to feed and comfort my growing boys bellies.

Old Friends ~ I've read on facebook over the past few days the same message over and over on my friend feed, "It has been said that everlasting friends can go long periods of time without speaking and never question the friendship. These types of friends pick up like they just spoke yesterday, regardless of how long it has been or how faraway they live, and they don't hold grudges. They understand that life is busy...but you will ALWAYS love them..."  A few of these friends have come back in my life over the past few months and I have really enjoyed catching up and look forward to what lies ahead. 

Sisterhood ~ I would be lost, if it wasn't for my sister.  She is my rock, my back bone and the other half to my soul.  This week has been a hard one on her and I am so thankful that I was able to be there for her, for a change.  Granted, I wish she didn't have to endure the pain she faced but I am honored that she turned to me for comfort.

Legos ~ Yes, legos.  I have been enjoying putting those little plastic pieces together this past week.  It has been a t ype of therapy for me.  Simply enjoying the simple task and watching something creative unfold from tiny little pieces.  Who knew kids toys could be so gratifying to an adult.
 
What are you thankful for this week? What made you smile when you least expected it?

Thankful Thursday

Thankful Thursday

This week seemed to fly right by.   I didn't even realize it was Thursday until a little while ago.  I've been so busy lately that the weeks seem to be blending together.  I am really looking forward to things slowing down a bit.

This week I am thankful for:

New Beginnings ~ It's been a difficult start, with lots of meetings, unresolved feelings and slight anxiety about the unknown but I know this is the best thing that could have happened.  No matter how anxious I feel about change, I know in the long run I will look back and realize I did the right thing.

Special Packages ~ My dear friend Chelle, sent me a package earlier this week filled with teas and a bottle of california sand/sunshine.  I haven't left the house without my Cali-girls since.  <3

Cuddles ~ Nothing takes away the worries of the day better than cuddling with those you love.  Thank you boys for being the best cuddle-bugs.

Support ~ I didn't think I would have had the strength to get through this week but the amount of people who reached out with a kind word, supportive gesture and/or a listening ear helped me overcome my anxiety and fears and push through on top.

Our Veterans ~ Thank you to all the wonderful men and women who have protected our country as well as those who continue to protect us.  

What are you thankful for this week? What made you smile when you least expected it?

Thankful Thursday

Beginnings

Tonight I was sitting here reading "Change of Heart" by Jodi Picoult and watching my family out of the corner of my eyes. Mikey was annoying Max while Max was doing the same to Alex. I sat there yelling at them like I normally do and then it hit me. Why do I yell at them? I was a kid and I did a lot more than that before my mother came in and scolded me. Maybe it's because we live in a small apartment and we are always on top of each other. Or maybe it's because I am always in a constant battle with them over the mess that I cleaned 5 minutes earlier that seemed to reappear by the time I turned around. But the reality of it all is that I am having more bad moments then good.

I promised myself in the beginning of the year that I was going to work harder at letting the small things go, not just with my kids or my husband but with every day encounters. Maybe I just needed a little something to get me started...something like a daily intention.   

Now it's time to open my heart and my soul and just.....release.

Beginnings