Banking

Today I'm thankful for small town banking. There is a lot to be said for a small town and the people who work in it. I am so glad I changed from a big national chain bank to our smaller area bank.

Bed

Today I'm thankful for a comfy new bed. Not having a loud creak everyone I moved was awesome! I still can't believe I got it for $20. :)

Furniture

Today I am extremely thankful for new furniture!! All of us went to a huge indoor garage sale today and we got incredible deals! I finally got a new mattress and box spring that I badly needed. I also scored an awesome new desk and a very cool car/train table for my kiddos. All for $35. Yes, you read that right. So awesome!!

Experiences

I'm thankful for new experiences for the kids. Yesterday Zane went to his first birthday party with me. He had a blast! And now I know the boys parents and they know me and we can plan more get togethers for the boys. I am so happy Zane has made a close friend here!
I'm thankful for the library. My kids love going there! Claire and I went yesterday while Zane was at the party and she had a great time on her own. I learned that she knows how to work a mouse and computer on her own. Smart girl!
The weekend got off to a fun but also stressful start. Hoping that the kids listen better today and we can have a stress free day. We'll see. It's only 7:30am. Haha

Little things

Today I am thankful for the little things that brighten my day. There are so many little things that I can't list them all. But today, the one little thing I am thankful for is the chance to surprise my kids by buying them breakfast out on a school morning. They loved it! I love doing things for them that make them happy. Surprising them is easy and fun for all of us. I love my kids so much!!

Reality

Today I am thankful that my ex-husband lives 3000 miles away and my kids only see him 2-3 times a year. I don't know that I could handle living close enough for more visits and having to deal with drama. I think the distance helps the kids clearly define our separate lives.
I am also thankful that my kids and I have a good life together. We have created a family life that we all love. This includes my parents and it's so wonderful. I would not trade my life for anything!

Colds

The kids and I have been battling some mild colds. Thankfully no fevers or puking or anything more than sniffles and coughs. I am so thankful for cold medicine!!
I am also super thankful for my mom! She and I periodically go through the kids' toys and clothes and rearrange and organize and toss stuff out. Today was one of those days. It's so good to go to bed knowing we accomplished so much in that room!