*these are in no particular order
1. Salvation
I don't know where I would be in life if I did not come to know Jesus. I assume I would be a pretty miserable person.
2. Ryan
What a great man I have! His diligence always astounds me, especially as we are preparing to move (as we are now :-p). When stuff needs to be done, he will leap up and get to work before the thought of it can even finish going through my head. :) I could go on and on about why I am thankful for him but I'll just sum it up and say I love my husband very much.
3. Hannah
I was blessed beyond measure 5 years and 7 months ago! Hannah is such a sweet, pleasant, and hilarious child that I dare anyone to not smile when they are around her! She is so affectionate and tells me she loves me at least ten times a day. :)
4. Autumn
As she settles into the age of 2, her demeanor has the tendency to match her hair. :) Terrible twos aside, she was the perfect addition to make us a foursome. She is a Daddy's girl hands down and she is also very silly like he is. Her new favorite word is "no" and gets a kick out of the reaction she gets by using it. She loves her big "sissy" and is always beyond thrilled to see her.
5. Our accident caused minimal damage
A claim has been filed and all is well, thanks to accident forgiveness! I didn't realize we had that on our policy! Woohoo!
6. Our kids love going to church
Both kids have gone to church since they were but a little bean in my womb. :) Hannah loves going to TeamKid and has even prayed aloud in her Sunday school class (she prayed for her Grendy). She is now a big girl and sits with us in "big church." Autumn had a case of separation anxiety going to her class, but that has almost completely subsided! Her teachers, both this year and last, have been wonderful.
7. Homeschooling
The blessing of it all amazes me more every day! I now tell people that I would be more worried and stressed if Hannah was actually in school all day! :-p I've even started somewhat of a curriculum with Autumn, teaching her shapes and colors. It's nothing real formal but when she's coloring we will just talking about the different shapes and colors and make it a point to make sure to take advantage of all teachable moments.
8. Ryan's job
This is the best civilian job Ryan has ever worked! He's doing exactly what he did in the Army and might even give him a chance to eventually become a DOD police officer! God is good!
9. Veterans
I am related to many veterans so I am very grateful for all the sacrifices servicemen and women makes to serve our country. I know firsthand what that's like since Ryan was gone during the first year of Hannah's life, but I know many have made bigger sacrifices. Everyone would much rather be with their families and enjoy a comfortable life, and they are willing to put that on hold to serve.
10. Free Babysitters!
I am primarily speaking about my parents and my grandma who have on several occasions watched the kids so Ryan and I could have a date night or come over so I could go to the gym while Ryan is in Millington. We are both very appreciative of this and it will be missed a great deal once we are moved! :)
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