Top Ten Things I Am Thankful For

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here is what I am thankful for.
1. A Very Amazing Husband: I know there are many ideas I have that anyone else would say NO WAY! But I am grateful that Justin not only supports my ideas but actually helps to make them reality.
2. (Related to #1 since Justin's supported my visit to see Renate and her whole family) I am thankful that Renate reminded me that I actually DO like to cook- I just needed to add a few quality tools to my kitchen. After seeing Renate effortlessly prepare tastey healthy food every day, I decided to put a little more effort into my kitchen habits... I still have a ways to go but very thankful to Renate for the inspiration.
3. Friends and Family who know when to talk and when to keep quiet. I know my idea to head to CO sounded crazy to most. But I appreciate the support when I needed it and not telling me what you were really thinking.
4. Becoming ever so less of a worrier - There were such big unknowns these past few months like if I would get my teaching license in time, when Justin would be able to join us, when the house will sell, wondering if there was something more to Owen's frequent and intense migraines... that I simply had to learn to worry less or else I would be crippled with worry that wouldn't change any of the outcomes anyway.
5. Thankful for Change: Change is not easy but it is worth it. I am grateful that we had the guts to try a new place out. If nothing else we are making new friends and finding new places to enjoy on the weekends.
6. Music: Music has been a big part of this move. On our drive out, the three of us would sing along to The Plain White Tees. Then when we got here we would all share the same bedroom until Justin got here and fall asleep to The Lumineers. I also made a playlist for each child to play when they are feeling down. Now that we are settling in we enjoy live music when we can. Overall music is just a great way to feel alive and connect with people.
7. Can't say it enough- I am grateful for my health. Just got a note from my good friend that her infant son is in icu. In a second everything can change. That it is why I try to keep it in perspective and enjoy life. It sounds cliche but there is nothing more important than the health of our loved ones.
8. Thankful that my children share so much with me, even though sometimes it hurts to know when they have been hurt, I am grateful that we talk, laugh and enjoy each other.
9. Thankful for traditions- old and new. I love all the things that make the holiday season special. I look forward to keeping some of the old traditions and also starting some new ones.
10. Thankful for laughter. Most of my favorite memories involve either awesome food and funny, funny stories, or both. I hope, above all, no matter what comes our way, my family will always remember the importance and joy of laughter.