Happy Thanksgiving!

I can't believe it's been 11 days since I've posted. Memories of the past two months are a complete blur, but such a lovely blur.

Thanksgiving arrives tomorrow, in all its glory. Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. There is little commercialism and no gift-giving pressure. It is simply a time of family, fellowship, love, reflection, and a special moment set aside for the sole purpose of thanking God for His incredible blessings.

Mine are far too numerous to count, but I'll try to put down a few in a comprehensive list:

1) Salvation. The single greatest thing that ever happened to me brings me joy, comfort, and strength each day. Without Jesus as my Savior my life, beautiful as it is, would mean nothing.

2) Johnny. The 2nd greatest thing to ever happen to me. The Love of my Life is the greatest blessing God has ever bestowed. Johnny is the chocolate glaze to my gluten-free donut. ;-) I am blessed with something that seems truly rare these days: a happy, healthy, perfect marriage. Going on three years now. No, Johnny isn't perfect; but he's perfect for me.

3) My babies. Zachary and Gabriel are beautiful, healthy, sweet, and precocious. Those two angels are my world. Literally. My entire day is consumed with their love and care, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

4) Family. My families are loving and supportive. My mother-in-law constantly looks out for me, always wanting to be sure I'm healthy, happy, and fulfilled. She is a very willing babysitter and confidant. My mom drove all the way out to stay with me for 12 days when Gabriel was born. Her help was indispensable. I have too many family members to list just how wonderful they all are. Suffice to say they are true blessings.

5) My friends. Heather ranks as the clear #1. I can tell her anything and her phone calls are my beacon of light on gloomy days. Her radiant personality and wonderful stories never fail to brighten my most exhausting days. She is the picture of perfect friendship. I could write a novel on the wonderful friends Johnny and I have; they have supported and loved us through so much. I would list you all, but I'm afraid I would leave someone out, and I would hate to do that.

6) Montana. It appears that this incredible job offer will come through. It's still not 100% settled, but it's close.

7) Health. My health is better than it's ever been. I'm dutiful with my diet and vitamins, and I can control my exercise compulsion now. Breast-feeding makes weight maintenance difficult, but I'm doing my best. Aside from weariness from late-night feedings, I look and feel the healthiest I have since early high school. Celiac, anorexia, and compulsive exercising seem sufficiently whipped.

The list could go on forever, but I haven't the time or words to write it all out. Suffice to say that God is so good. Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One.