Full of Gratitude

First...I'm so sorry that it's been so long since I've posted! I've thought of posting too many times to count, but I've been crazy busy lately (more on that in a later post :)). I have so many things to be grateful for, and I just wanted to take a few minutes to count my many blessings...

I am grateful for:

1. Wonderful friends: In regards to my last post, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for your words of kindness. I was unprepared for how many touching and wonderful things you all said to me in your comments and in other private messages and conversations. When I'm having a bad day, sometimes I read through the comments in that post and feel so much less alone. I have truly felt, not only lifted up, but CARRIED by my wonderful friends through this difficult time. You'll never know how much your friendship means!

2. My family: There's no easy way to sum this up, except for that I am so blessed to have such supportive, inspiring family member. We're so blessed to live close to so many family members and learn and grow with them.

(And yes, these two little furry babies are definitely part of my family! :) )

3. Shaye: This guy is really my #1 blessing. I knew when I married him that I was the luckiest girl in the world, but now, more than ever, I know this. He is the best friend in the world I could ask for, and he supports me and makes me laugh every day.

4. My testimony: It's hard to put this blessing into words because it is so huge, but I'm so grateful for the knowledge that I am loved and that I have been so blessed to have been born into God's true church on the earth. I'm thankful that He has given me the challenges and experiences to be able to stand up now, more than ever, and count myself as a believer.

5. My work: Teaching English is one of my life callings, I've decided. I. absolutely. love it. (How was that for grammatically correct? :)) It can be super challenging at times, but I really feel that I make a difference in what I do, and find a lot of joy in it.

6. All things domestic: Cooking, and crocheting (at the moment), are seriously the biggest stress relievers for me. I often get this domestic itch, sink myself into a project, and then feel so much better. I'm grateful for all the wonderful things to create in the world!

7. The future: I know it's not good to live for the future (or in the past,) but I have a lot to be excited for in the future. We're moving forward with In-Vitro Fertilization in the next few months, and even though we're definitely nervous because this procedure is so costly, we're very excited for what the result could be. (Fingers and toes [and eyes] crossed!) I'll keep you updated as our journey continues! :)

These are only a few of my many, many blessings. So many more that I can only count internally! I love you all! Happy Thanksgiving!