gratitude

Thanksgiving was wonderful. We could not have had a better weekend. I am so overwhelmed with gratitude this year. When I begin to ponder all of my blessings, I close my eyes and my mind and heart overflow with memories and images of love and loved ones... and they don't stop coming...spilling out one after another...

friends, acts of service, new baby, quiet moments, the sunshine, laughter, tight hugs, kisses, deliciousness, inspiration, prayers, child prayers, chubby little hands and chubby little cheeks to kiss, husband...everything about husband, neighbors..old and new, sisters, brother..home safe & sound, miracles, mom, dad, husband's parents, postpartum...health & strength, traditions, dinners..with and from dear friends, tulip bulbs..planted by a friend, kids driven to and fro, loved up children, fed children, big favors, small favors, examples, compliments, texts, invitations..being invited, receiving good advice, true friends through and through, memories, photographs, children..growing & dreaming, simple pleasures and moments that stay with you forever....The list has just begun....

And all the tugging on my heartstrings bring tears to my eyes...my gratitude is humble, and on it's knees...you all must know how much it means....

thank you....
love,
kate