It’s been a while since I’ve expressed how thankful I am for all my blessings. I’d like to take this moment to do nothing but express my gratitude, so here we go!
“Gratitude helps you to grow and expand: gratitude brings joy and laughter into your life and into the lives of all those around you.” -Eileen Caddy Continue reading February Gratitude
Today I tagged along with my son Barrett’s class on one of their CBI (community based intervention) trips. Barrett is in a self-contained autism classroom at one of our local middle schools. In addition to academics (yay!), the curriculum also includes “life skills,” in order to prepare these children for a (hopefully) more independent life. Eventually vocational skills will be incorporated into their education. The CBI trips give the students a chance to interact with the community and learn how to behave appropriately in social situations. Continue reading Brunch at the Wildflower Eatery
Happy Birthday Kelly!
Today is my sweet sister-in-law’s Birthday! Can I just say, for the record, I don’t like the tem “in-law?” Kelly is my sister, plain and simple. I couldn’t love her more even if I’d known her since the day she was born♥!
My dear, sweet, beautiful Kelly has had a hell of a year – she lost her husband, my brother, Edmund. I can’t even imagine all that she’s feeling, even though I try. She loved him so much and stood by him no matter what. She didn’t listen to any of the naysayers (who unfortunately sometimes included me), who implored her to do otherwise. She stood by her man and loved him unconditionally and did everything she knew how to help him. My brother knew – and never doubted – that Kelly loved him and would always stand by him. She gave him unconditional love and security. For that, I am eternally grateful. Continue reading Happy Birthday Kelly
Happy Valentine’s Day
The kids and I are probably on the road as you read this. The snow week sucked and I had to get out of the house. Birmingham, AL and Jackson, MS sound like heaven as I write this! Fingers crossed that the roads are ready for our departure.
I like Valentine’s Day. “Thomas” (feels so weird using his alias) always makes it special. We are officially celebrating on Sunday, as I’ve decided to leave for our mini-road trip on Friday, instead of Saturday. We never go out to dinner on Valentine’s Day, because it’s too crazy. We tried for a pre-Valentines getaway in the city earlier this week, but it was cut short due to the dire warnings of the local news and weather forecast. We did get snow and ice, but honestly, we could have stayed for our second night. Of course if we had, something disastrous would have happened! It was along week with the kids, but we’re all ready for an adventure!
What are you Valentine’s Day plans? Do you do a couples thing, or hang with the family? Do you venture out, or stay in? Candy for the kids or presents?