1/8/06

Here is a picture of Michael and Todd's mom, Anu. We had so much fun visiting her in Cleveland for a week and a half. She showered him with love and kisses...and of course Christmas presents. Michael adores her!

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I had a really nice conversation with Sarah tonight. She told me all about the changes Ben is experiencing and I talked about how much fun we would have taking the boys to Disneyland. I am so lucky to not only have one, but two, sisters-in-law that I love and adore. I can't wait to go to California and spend time with everybody.

I am thankful for...

1. the beautiful day God gifted to us today. The weather was gorgeous, the sky was blue with big, puffy, white clouds, and the temperature was just perfect. I love days like today.
2. Michael not getting too hurt today when he fell at the park. I felt so bad for him, especially when the goose-egg started to form on his forehead. :(
3. Todd doing the dishes again...this is the gift that keeps on giving.
4. the four of us spending a good 30 minutes sitting in Todd's civic and watching Michael play with all of the knobs. Michael would spend all day in a car if we'd let him.
5. unbelievably good spaghetti.
6. the Panthers winning their football game today.
7. the five 5th and 6th grade students I had in my Sunday school class today. I have so much fun with those kids. I love talking with them about God, His will for their lives, and what's going on with them.
8. the spur of the moment phone call I had with Anu today! I am so glad she had a fun time shopping yesterday.
9. getting all of my ironing done. Not only am I thankful for this, but it is an answered prayer.
10. my sweet boys, who can be screaming at me one moment and kissing me the next. Thinking about it makes me laugh.