Thankful...

I am thankful. It would be a lengthy endeavor, one I am sure you would tire quickly of, if I were to compile a list of all that I am thankful for. And yet here I go...

Kyle, my amazing husband. He is a man who is strong and gentle. He is a leader in our home and outside of it. He is motivated and dedicated- he has dreams and goals and he works tirelessly toward them. He desires to serve others rather than to be served...he loves others well. He has hobbies and interests that bring him joy. He is an incredible Father. A beautiful blend of selflessness and anticipation for all that will be for Kylee and Jude. He is our provider. Spiritually, emotionally and physically he provides for all three of us. He gives us stability and incredible joy. He is my best friend.

Kylee, my precious first born, my daughter. She is a constant source of joy and awe. A glimpse of all of God's incredible goodness. She is kind and compassionate. She is a nurturer. She is smart and loves to learn. She is active. She is amazing. She is my daughter.

Jude, my beautiful second born, my son. He is adventerous. He is brave. He is bold. He is loud. He is my snuggler. He is gentle and loving. He is demnostrative and expressive. He is stubborn and opinionated. He will be a great leader. He is amazing. He is my son.

Family, to have the support and love of so many is an incredible blessing. My sister, she is my friend. She is beautiful and strong. I love her dearly. My big brother, always my protector. My little brother, the older one. He is a good running partner. He is 18. I am proud of him and I expect great things of him. My little brother, the tall one. His smile. It warms my heart. He is FFA and its awesome. I am proud of him as well.
My parents, kyle's parents, kyle's siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins. I feel as though the list is never ending.

Lynne, a friend that has gifted me with her presence, wisdom and love continuously. She is wise, true and brave. She is a beautiful example of Christs love. She is honest and confident. She is a voice of reason. She is an amazing listener. She is always there. Her transparency has impacted me greately. She is a treasured and cherished friend.

Friends, again, to have the support and love of so many is an incredible blessing.
I am thanful for friends with whom I can be transparent. Friends who are also transparent. To go through this life pretending all is well, acting like I have it all together...well for one I would be no good at it. More importantly though to have friendships in which I don't have to be someone I am not is one of God's greatest gifts to me.

Praise God from whom all blessing flow

and Jesus. He loves me enough that he died for me. me. you. and everyone else. He doesn't make my life easier. Knowing Him, loving Him, doesn't mean everything goes right that I don't experience pain or heartache. He does stand by me through those times. He does give me peace, comfort and perspective. He is Jesus. He is everything.