ThanksLIVING

A couple years ago, during church one afternoon, we listened to a talk given on "ThanksLIVING." 

The speaker explained to our congregation that each day we should actively be looking for things that we are thankful for. God has blessed each of us with SO much and is it sufficient to only express our gratitude one month or one day out of the year? Do we do any more than say a thanksgiving prayer over the traditional Thanksgiving feast? 

She explained to us that over the past 10 or so years, she had started writing in a journal each day that was solely dedicated to things she was thankful for. It was so sweet to hear the beautiful, little things she recognized each day that our Heavenly Father blessed her with. I was so touched by this talk that I decided to start a journal like this of my own. So, in the spirit of Thanksgiving I will share a few of the things that I am so grateful for...


I am so grateful for baby boy Mace. He truly makes every part of my life more beautiful. He is the most precious, amazing gift from God I have ever received. I love him so much.

I am grateful for a husband who is able to give me blessings when I need comfort. Who understands when I just need a minute to cool down, or when I just need a hug. 

I am grateful for a mother who works SO HARD for our family.

I am grateful for our home. We are so lucky to live just 5 minutes away from my parents and grandparents! I love how I feel when I am at home, I feel safe and at peace.

I am grateful for Andrea. Her presence alone is so beautiful and humbling. I love her letters and her heavenly insight. 

I am grateful for my best friend Michal. She is always there for me when I need help or if I just need a laugh.

I am grateful for my husband's job! I am so lucky to not have to work and get to stay home to raise our children and I am grateful that it is something he loves. 

Obviously there is so much more, so many more people and things that make my life so amazing. However, the most important thing I am thankful for is my Heavenly Father. Without him, I would not have my family, my home, or even my life! I hope that everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving this year with family and loved ones and I hope that we can all remember that there is something to be grateful for everyday.