Five on Friday…Thankful Series, Part Three

One. My Mommy

I’ve been celebrating this lovely lady this week because her birthday was Wednesday…she is 51 and looking amazing! I might be a mommy myself now, but I know I’m still her “baby” and she is always there to listen, offer advice, wrap her arms around me, and might still take care of me when I’m under the weather. I’m thankful for everything she has done to give me a better life…my Mom sacrificed a lot to give me a happy childhood, and always worked harder than everyone else (and still does) to provide for her family. She is incredible and I am humbled by her spirit, and she is now the best Mimi to my two sweet babes. I love you Mom. 

Two. Warm Clothes and the Ability to Help Others

Now that winter has officially taken over Nashville and colder temps are here, I don’t want to forget to take time to appreciate the things that seem simple to us, but to others make a world of difference. I am thankful for warm clothes…something so many don’t have the luxury of. And now is the perfect time to donate those things you don’t wear anymore to those less fortunate…my favorites include the Warm Coats and Warm Hearts Coat Drive , Feeding America (for donating food and groceries), Toys for Tots, and Soldier’s Angels (for giving gifts to our soldiers). 

Three. Girl Time
This week has been a lot easier than the last…CC’s sickness is gone, I’m feeling better and being more productive, and I’ve had some time to relax and unwind with the girls a bit. Tonight is going to be EVEN BETTER when we head out to see our TN man Justin Timberlake in concert. Yes, we are teeny boppers at heart, but I am pumped to see him live. I might be the obnoxious one singing every word to all his songs, but a girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do! First up is dinner at the Music City Tippler followed by a night out with my ladies…get ready Nashville! I am so thankful for girl time.

Four. My Husband AKA Life Partner
When life gets hectic, it’s easy to forget about your significant other and focus on other things…work, kids, faith, etc. But at the end of the day, the fact that I am able to call Jeff my husband makes me so thankful for what I have, and for the joy he brings to my life. He is selfless in what he does for our family, and he never stops working…really. He loves what he does, it’s his passion, but I know he loves us more, which is why he travels every week, takes conference calls when he is supposed to be on vacation, and stays up late each night to complete his tasks. Jeff, you’re an incredible man…and kind husband, a loving father, and my best friend. I’m thankful for you!

Five. Blog Readers
Who knew I’d still be doing this blogging thing 5+ years after I started this journey…surely not me! I have met (and continue to do so) so many incredible friends through this experience and I think it has helped me grow a lot. Grow in my writing abilities, grow in my relationships, and grow as a person as I have been exposed to so other’s opinions, lifestyles, experiences, hardships, and triumphs. I share my life with ya’ll and I love doing it. Just last weekend I met a dear blogging reader (shout out to you Jane!) and she was just the sweetest thing…it made my day that she took time out to say hello and approach me. So today, I am noting that I am thankful for each of you!