I'm Thankful... Day 13 to Day 20

I really did have good intentions!! This  past week has just been crazy busy!!
Sorry for no pictures!

I'm Thankful for:

Day 13: For Church

I'm thankful that I was lucky enough to grow up in a wonderful church with some of the best Sunday school teachers, ministers and Godly examples around. And then to move to a church that I have been at for the last 11 years that has the same... as well as getting to hear my own dad preach God's word! I'm so thankful to have had and continue to have such Godly examples in my life.

Day 14: My Job

Yes, I would much rather be a stay at home wife, but who wouldn't! I am so blessed to have a job that I truly enjoy! Yes, there are "those" days... but at least I have a job! I work with some of the sweetest,  and caring people around!

When I changed jobs in April it was hard at first after all I was leaving a job where I had been most of my adult life! It was a  job that I loved and co-workers/Doctors who are some of the best around.  But even when I wasnt looking I am so thankful God opened the door for me to work closer to home! I am so glad I am where I am today!

Day 15: My House

I am so thankful that I have a home! I love my house... I wish it was in Chelsea, but I do love my house. I am so blessed that we were able to buy a beautiful home!

Day 16: My Friends

New and Old! I have been so blessed from early on to have some of the best friends a girl could ask for! I'm thankful that even when we havent spoken in we're able to pick up right where we left off! I love each one of them dearly! I couldnt imagine my life without them!!

Day 17: Kent's Job


Yes, even though it has been a tough year with Kent's job. I am so thankful that he still has a job! I'm thankful for early hours he goes in and the LONG hours he works!


Day 18: My Trip to Honduras


I was so blessed to be able to go on a mission trip to Honduras. There were so many wonderful experiences and memories made! One that meant more to me was being able to see Maria after so long! So thankful I had the opportunity to go!


Day 19: Family Time


I love the fact that Kent and I are both blessed to have such wonderful families. I love when we get together with either his side of the family or mine. We always have so much fun!



Day 20: Lazy Days


I am so thankful for days of doing NOTHING! Laying on the couch taking a nap or watching a lifetime all day! It's nice just to stay home sometimes!





Hopefully it wont take 8 days for the next post! 

I'm Thankful... Day 12

I'm Thankful for:

Day 12: My Extended Family -

Aunts, Uncles & Cousins

Unfortunately I dont have a picture of all of them! I'm going to do good to list them all! These people make the holidays, birthdays and family get-togethers so much fun! I'm truly bless with an amazing family who I love dearly!

Lee, Leigh Ann & David

Snoopy, Cindy & Tyler

Nathan, Malory & Sophie Grace

Jeff, Patti & Chase

Philip, Kristin & Baby Nichols due in April

John & Kaley

Brad, Cindi,Kenzie & Chaney

Kent's Aunts,Uncles & Cousins -

Mark & Connie

Jeff & Kari

Shane, Kathy, Abigail, Kaley & Bailey

I am so thankful for ALL the 2nd, 3rd,etc.. cousins and great aunts and uncles as well... But if I tried to name them all I know I would leave out someone!

I'm Thankful...Day 11

I'm Thankful for:

Day 11: Our Veterans - Past, Present & Future

Thank you to all the men and women who have served or is currently serving our country.

I'm Thankful.... Day 10

I'm Thankful for:

Day 10: My Lizzy---Elizabeth Ann



Where do I begin with this little girl... she is 4 going on 14!

Lizzy is the daughter of one of my dearest friends, Christy.

She is so very special to me! She was the first one who make me a Lala! She is one independent girl and already has her girlie "attitude". She says some of the funniest things. I always have a blast on our Lizzy/Lala times together! She knows she has me wrapped around her finger and that I would do anything for her! I am so thankful to have been apart of her life since she came home from the hospital. Which makes her turning 5 in December, unbelievable!! She will always be my Lizzy!

I'm Thankful ... Day 9

I'm Thankful for:

Day 9. My Nephew - Kamden

(Three months old here--he's now 6 months!)

Kamden is the son of my brother Jacob and his wife Chelesea.

He is such a good baby. He was born April 27, 2011 - On a day that a lot of people in Alabama lost their lives and family members due to the tornado. He has completely captivated all of our hearts and attention! He is spoiled rotten but I am just as much to blame for that as anyone! I just love this little boy! I can't believe he will be 7 months on the 27th of this month!

I'm Thankful .... Day 8

I'm Thankful for:

Day 8. My niece - Mary Bradford

Mary Bradford aka B is the daughter of Brad & Lara (Kent's brother & sister-in-law).
MB was the first to make me an Aunt! I wish I was there from her beginning. It has been so much fun to watch her grow the last 2 years! We have so much fun with her whether we're playing go fish, Headbands or Apples to Apples!
She is one of the sweetest most thoughtful little girls I know.
So thankful to have this beautiful, smart, funny & creative girl in our life!

I'm Thankful ... Day 7

I'm Thankful for:

Day 7: My 2 Sister-in-laws and Brother-in-law

Kent's brother Brad and his wife Lara

(of course MB - but she will get her own day!)

Another thing I prayed for... That the man I married wouldn't have a weird family! LOL - And God answered again!!

I'm so thankful for my husband's wonderful family!

They welcomed me right away. They were actually the first people I met on Kent's side (even met them before I met his parents!!)

They are so sweet! They would do anything for you!

They are wonderful parents and great friends!

My brother's wife, Chelesea

I couldn't have prayed for a better spouse for my brother!

 She fits right in with the rest of us!  

It's like we've known each other forever!

She is a wonderful mother and great friend!

Even though we are just related by marriage... I love them all like they were my own brother and sisters!!



I'm Thankful... Day 6

I'm Thankful for:

Day 6. My Father-in-law & Mother-in-law

What great in-laws I have!

When praying for a mate, I would pray for his parents. I had very specific request too!!

I wanted them to be Christians... and they are!

I wanted them to raise their son in a Godly home... and they did!

 I wanted them to have a great relationship with each other ... and they do!

I wanted my future husband and his parents to have a great relationship ... and they do!

I wanted to have a good relationship with them... and I do!

Diane & Donny:

Thank you for raising such a wonderful man!

Thank you for welcoming me into the family from day one!

Thank you for all your love and support! 

I could not have asked for better in-laws!

I'm Thankful ... Day 1,2,3,4 &5 all in one post!!

I'm Thankful for:

Day 1. My Savior

There are NO words to ever describe how thankful I am for his love, forgiveness, favor, peace, joy, hope, etc..

Without him I am nothing!

Day 2. My Godly Parents 

I am so thankful God gave me such amazing parents.

Parents who taught me right from wrong.

Who made me go to church when I didnt want to.

Who taught me about the love of Jesus not only by their words but actions.

Their love for each other inspired me to pray for a love like theirs for my own life.

I dont know where I would be without their love, support, & understanding.

Day 3. My Husband

I can't imagine my life without this man! He is everything I prayed for and more. He is my rock, my sanity & my soul mate. He can make me laugh when I dont even want to smile. He loves to cook and is really good at it! He makes my bad days better and what makes the good days, great! Their is no doubt that God made him just for me! I love him more and more each day! 

Day 4. My Grandparents

I am so blessed to have all four of my grandparents.

My relationship is so different but so special with each one of them. There is nothing like grandparents! If mom and dad said no... just ask the grandparents! :)

Day 5: My baby brother

He has come such a long way from the annoying little brother he was when we were growing up! Even though he would probably never admit it I know that I could count on him for anything! He has become such a wonderful man. He is a wonderful brother and friend! I am so proud of the man he has become!