What I'm thankful for

It can be easy to lose sight of the fact that if you live here, chances are you are abundantly blessed compared to the majority of the rest of the world. That's one of the many things I love about Thanksgiving: it gives me an opportunity reflect.

I'm endlessly thankful for my husband. A better partner I could not find. He is a kind, loving, smart man, and, most importantly for me, he puts up with all my neuroses. And while I'm on Mark, I'm thankful for his job that is fulfilling for him and allows him to provide for our family. I'm lucky to be able to say that. I know that so many are struggling right now.

I'm thankful for my kids. They are clever, hilarious, naughty, and chances are they will end up driving me crazy on any given day. But they're mine, and I simply adore them. Again, I realize how fortunate I am to have three healthy, happy boys.

I'm thankful for my family. Mark and I are so blessed to both come from families that are loving and supportive. Our parents are second to none, and we feel so grateful knowing that we can always count on them. I am fortunate to have three brothers, five brothers-in-law, eight sisters-in-law, and eleven nieces and nephews (with one on the way!). I love each and every one.

I'm thankful for living in a community we love, for a great school with great teachers, for our church community, for a comfortable home that keeps us warm in the winter and cool in the summer. I could go on and on. Like I said, we are abundantly blessed to live in a place where we have freedom and opportunities. 

I hope you take the opportunity to count your blessings, too, and have the happiest of Thanksgivings!