I can hardly believe that another has come to an end! Where does the time go? As we get ready for Christmas I can't help but think about my year and reflect on what I am grateful for. First and foremost I think would have to be families. I am blessed with so many great family members - husband, parents, siblings, sisters-in-law, nieces, aunts and uncles, cousins, and yes, even my dogs are my family :) We lost Jeff's grandma this year, saw Jeff, Amy, and the girls, welcomed Jordan home, and got good news about new additions to our crazy but wonderful group. We have made great memories and some sad ones too. Life is not always the easiest and I think we have definitely had more than our fair share of trials, but I imagine we can all say that about our lives. I am grateful for my testimony of Jesus Christ - to know that even when I don't see or understand it, there is a plan bigger than me for my life. I am grateful for friends to lift and support. I am glad I have a job when so many don't. Even though some days, well, really suck let's be honest, I am glad I have a job to go to and that I am capable of working. My life is blessed even when I don't want to admit it and would rather wallow in my trials. I am super grateful for a husband who helps me recognize that! This Christmas may we all look for all of the wonderful things we have instead of counting all of the things we don't. May the Lord be with us all this beautiful time of year - xoxo