I've been crying a lot lately. (No I'm not pregnant!) It's not because of sadness or loneliness, mostly it's from gratitude. (Yes I should have done this last week for Thanksgiving but...I didn't) I've been feeling really spoiled lately. I was born to parents who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. My father has always been a worthy priesthood holder, willing to give his family blessings and teach us everything. My mother is always willing to listen and try to understand. They both worry about me when I don't worry about myself. They have never been selfish when it comes to their children, and I have always felt that they wanted only the best for me. They are truly my heroes!

I married a wonderful man in the temple. Chris is going to school right now so he is home a lot. When he gets a job (hopefully soon after May's graduation) we won't see him very much. He'll have work responsibilities so he can pay the bills and feed his family. So in this short time remaining to us, before the end of school, I need to be more patient and helpful to him. We have been blessed with two little boys that came to us in very special and unexpected ways. (don't all babies do that?!) They test my patience everyday, but when we put them down to bed at night, I know that every frustrating moment of the day is worth it. Hopefully they know we love them, and just want them to be happy and healthy.

So in this season and giving and thanks, I find myself thinking about the blessings of family and how I would never trade mine for anything. To my parents, siblings, in-laws, husband, and children: I love you all!! To all my friends, both near and far: May you all have a happy December and may we all look foreword to the New Year with peace in our hearts!