shine

I read my whole blog today. Every last post for the past 18 months. That's a lot of life to remember, smile, cry, and laugh about. It occurs to me that I was a lot happier last year at this time.

Hummm, what was I doing right then that I'm not doing now? Many things encouraged me and I can see how far I've come on the budget, homeschooling and my deepened love for my family (although I didn't blog as much about that as I wished I had).

I'm choosing to be thankful today. Because I am blessed. I'm choosing to be mature and put one foot in front of another and laugh at myself. I needed perspective and I'm thankful I got a little bit.

My reality is :
I married the most perfect person on the planet for me (that doesn't happen often, you know)
The 2 easiest, funniest, tender, smart, calm children on the planet live with me. ME!! of all people.
I have freedom to roam and am able to pursue my passions
My friendships are my joys not a burden around my neck
I am able bodied

I'm going downstairs, grabbing coats hats and kids, and going to explore what the Good Lord has given me and I WILL be thankful for everything no matter how small and insignificant it may seem to the rest of the world. I'll enjoy my blessings.