Thankful Thursday

Welcome to my first "blog hop." To explain this, I will quote my friend and future famous blogger for her hilarious stories:

Blog hopping "is basically where you blog about the same thing someone else blogged about, and then hop over to their blog and post the link to your blog. I think the overall goal is to get more followers."

Thanks, Lindsey, for the idea. Here's her blog so you can laugh and smile. I've been considering a Thankful Thursday post for awhile, but never seem to think about it on Thursdays, or a Thursday when I have a moment to sit and blog. So, I don't know the rules [if there are any] to how many "thankfuls" you have to have, but I'll just start and see where it goes.

I'm thankful for the following things, in no particular order (except the first one...he does get to be my #1).

1. My wonderful husband. He cleans, does laundry, keeps me sane, balances out my crazy moments, is an incredible daddy, is even trying to learn to do Lailey's hair...

and not only uses cloth diapers but listens...very patiently...when I talk about them, while doing an outstanding job of making me believe that he is actually interested in such mommy things.

2. Mint Fudge Covered Oreos. I didn't think you could improve an Oreo, until I met these. I almost burst into spontaneous worship while eating them. Soooooooooo good.

3. Our house. We would love to sell it, but God is teaching us contentment where we are, and it's wonderful.

4. Hot showers. The privilege of having indoor plumbing is something I never want to take for granted. Sound silly? Visit a third world country and it will change your perspective.

5. How much more I notice the little things in life now due to having a toddler. The moon, bugs, spiders, leaves falling, cows, horses, to name a few of her favorites.

6. The opportunity to be a mommy. I am continually reminded each day, even amidst the "toddler moments" that we have, that this is such a gift and privilege. I want to cherish every moment, the good and the...not so good...and learn, grow, and enjoy it.

7. Getting to take a "sister trip" to Boston! I need to do a post about it eventually. We had a blast!

8. Easy Mac 'n' Cheese. I have been saying now for a long time that I swear they put something addictive in that stuff.

9. Getting to read and snuggle with Lailey every evening. Again, I should probably blog about her favorite things (including books), but I make no promises.

10. (Hey, I made it to 10! Do I get something for that?) Knowing that God is ultimately in control of our lives. This is a tough time to live in right now, but I'm so glad He's sovereign.