November Blessings Day 13

I'm thankful for the roof over my head. It has it's share of problems, and it may not be all that I want, but it's our home. We've spent the last few years making this house our home and I love it. We are so lucky to have been able to afford a home in Southern California and I want to thank everyone who has helped with all our home improvement projects. And we all know there have been tons of them. We are truly blessed!

November Blessings Day 12

I'm thankful for the time I had with my Grandpa Halling. He taught me that life isn't about how much money or stuff you have, but rather the people you have around you. He lived each day with joy and a deep love for his family. There isn't anything he wouldn't have done for those he loved. Thank you Gpa for all the love, game playing and memories over the years. I miss you dearly.

Today, I finally got my act together and made stockings for Todd and myself. I've had these old shirts of my grandpa's that I had always planned to make into a stockings. They came out great and I'm so grateful to have this constant reminder of how much he loved his family and the holidays.

Check out the tutorial for making these super cute stockings from Fabric Worm.

November Blessings Day 11

Thank you to all the service men and women, past and present for all you do to fight for our freedoms. 
You are true American heros.

November Blessings Day 10

The A-Team

I'm thankful for the friends I made back in grad school. Alyson and Annette, I love the both of you and have loved all the memories we've made over the years. From Disneyland to scrapbooking to Monday night dinners, I always enjoy your company. You are both good people that I can share anything with. I look forward to many more years of memories!

November Blessings Day 9

BROTHERS

 

Brothers are the best. I'll admit we may not have been super close as kids. In fact, we often drove each other nuts. But, as adults there is no one else I would rather spend time with. Not only are you my brothers, you are my friends. I am thankful for Chris and Tim Sweetnam. I love you both and can't wait for all the Holiday fun!

November Blessings Day 8

Today, I am thankful for my job as it allows me to visit new places. My 4th grade class had a blast going back in time to the Rancho period in CA, while at the Leonis Adobe Museum. The students were thoroughly engaged in the activities, and I love that we got make tortillas and butter, rope cattle, and create our own brands. What a great trip!

November Blessings Day 7

Today I am extremely thankful for hot water. Why, you ask? Well, I woke up this morning, turned the shower on and waited for it to warm up. I thought perhaps it was taking longer than usual because of the rather cold weather. But, it turns out it was never going to warm up. The pilot light went out at some point, which meant no hot shower for me. I then proceeded to take a very cold shower in order to wash my hair. I think this must have been the shortest shower I have ever taken. Despite how terrible this was, I was able to gain some perspective. We are so lucky to have the convenience of hot water. Today more than ever I realized how much I take something as simple as warm water for granted. I am super excited and thankful that tomorrow I will have hot water during my shower.