Monday: Today has been a rough day physically and emotionally. Ken’s brother Tim and his wife LeAnn went to a doctor’s appt. today. LeAnn is 19 weeks pregnant. Today they found out they have lost the baby. There was no heart beat. Tomorrow she will give birth to a baby she will never be able to rock to sleep at night or raise in this life-time. My heart is breaking for them. Today I have never been more grateful to feel my baby move and kick. What a bitter-sweet reminder of their loss. I am also grateful for my knowledge of the gospel. What a priceless gift, we as members of this church possess.
Tuesday: Today was in the mid-80’s, my air-conditioner kept up and I didn’t feel like I lived in a sauna. I got dressed, did my hair, put on make-up (all things I have no desire to do when I know I’m not leaving the house). I ran errands, and visited Ken at work. I didn’t die of heat and it was enjoyable. I didn’t dread making dinner. I did some visiting teaching, (I love girl talk!), and when I went for a walk with Ken there was a nice breeze. I am so grateful. Today I felt a bit more like myself.
Wednesday: The kids and I drove to Heber, it was so cool, the kids were actually cold. I was loving it. My sister and I when to a cool thrift store. I was able to find some things that I needed, plus Ann loaded me up with great garage sale finds for the girls. I have been so blessed with hand-me-downs this year. I really enjoyed the drive, the company, and the thrill of a good bargain. Other highlights include-I’m almost over this nasty cold, thank goodness! Today I found out that Vol. 3 of a book series I have been waiting for almost two years for is finally out. And I am grateful to spend a quiet night with my hubby. We didn’t have to threaten any of the kids tonight; they all went to bed perfectly. Knock on wood! I am grateful.
Thursday: I found more great thrift store find today at Saver’s. I was looking for jeans and shoes for Ty. I found them! Bargains make me Happy! Every Thursday is mine and Ken's date-night, but we haven’t been able to go out the last two weeks. When we don’t get to go out it stinks, but it also reminds me how very lucky we are to be able go as often as we do. Ken’s wonderful sister Tami comes to ‘Hangout” with the kids, it gives Ken and I a much needed break and quiet time together. She has done this for us for years and I am soooo grateful.
Friday: Today was reading assessment day at school. The kids did a great job, but let’s just say I’m grateful it’s over. Tonight was our ward campout, we went up Hobble Creek Canyon and had a great time visiting with our ward family. Social interaction was just what I needed. We didn’t stay over night; I got to sleep in my own bed. It was lots of fun. I am grateful.
Saturday: After a hot shower and a trip to my flushing toilet we went back up to the ward campout for breakfast. Yummy, and I didn’t have to make it. I got to sit around and visit with the gals from the ward. My kids played and explored with the other kids and I didn’t have to worry about them. It was cool and relaxing up the canyon, and I got to fill my bucket with adult conversation and laughter. That night Ken and I went to some friends to play cards, and laugh some more. I am thankful for good friends and a good babysitter!
Sunday: Sunday’s are never really a day of rest at my house, but it was nice to go to church today. I only had to take Todd out once during sacrament and was able to keep him on our bench until the last five minutes of sacrament. That is actually quite an accomplishment considering he started fighting me during the passing of the sacrament to go sit with his dad. We took our usual Sunday walk around the neighborhood and a drive up to Lehi. It was a nice day. Even though Ken spends most of his Sunday at church we still had lots of time to talk and catch up from the week. I enjoy our quiet Sunday evenings after the kids go to bed. I am grateful for family.
Speaking of family, I just wanted to tell my big brother Craig just how grateful I am for him. He lights up my life! He’s the best. Okay, Craig are you satisfied?
What I’ve learned this week, it’s still easier to complain! I know I am still missing so many of my little blessings in my life like; when the right person calls at the right time with the right thing to say, or the compliment you receive that just makes your day, or at the end of the day when you go in to check on your sleeping children-you look at them and think ‘I am so lucky’, when they go to bed with no arguments and sleep through the night, when your prayers are answered or you feel the comfort or promptings of the Holy Ghost. Those are many of the little things I sometimes fail to recognize throughout my day. Next week I will look harder.
4 comments:
I am so sorry for your sister-in-law's loss. My sister lost her baby last year - she was also 19 weeks and had to give birth. Such a hard time, but you are right, the Gospel is amazing and hopefully it will comfort them right now.
Thanks for being grateful for Craig. I was getting sick of him moping around the house. Hopefully he perks up today.
See, was that so hard, geeeez. Thanks, and you're welcome for me.
I am glad that you write these things. You said you were looking for pants and shoes for Ty. I thought you were talking about me for a sec. Then I realized that you call your Tyler "Ty" and your Emma "Em". And after I wondered why you'd be buying me these things I then realized I'm an idiot sometimes. LOL Thanks for being greatful. I appreciate you more than you know.
I think you are doing a great job on your gratitude jounal. I enjoy reading it and look forward to the day that I am included in your gratitude.
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