ON A WHIM: November 2009

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Gratitude

We had a lovely Thanksgiving in Novato with some of my mom's family. It was the first time in forever we didn't go around the table telling what we were thankful for. Although we did share later I wanted to again share all that I am thankful for in light of the holiday season, especially the one we just enjoyed.
1. My Savior.
The older I get the more I come to understand what is really important in life and what is not. This also applies to my faith. It was something I must admit I took for granted as a teenager, but as I progress through life it is something that I continue to depend on more and more. I do not know what I would do without the stability and assurance the gospel of Jesus Christ gives me. I thank the Lord daily for his sweet blessings and all he does for me and my family. Without his mercy and love I know I would be lost in this crazy world.
2. Shane.
Although there are sometimes I forget this one I am very thankful for my husband. It probably isn't said enough, but I love him. He is a wonderful father and a wonderful man. I don't know what I would do without him.
3. My Angel babies
Kaylee and Kennady are such joys in our lives. They definitely give us a run for our money more often than not, but we have NO idea what we would do without them. I thank the Lord every night for sending them to me. Kaylee keeps us on our toes, but I just know it's teaching us what we need to work on :)
4. Family
This is a huge one for us. Not only our own little family, but our siblings and extended family as well. We cherish family so dear to our hearts. We are so lucky to have family that is encouraging, loving, fun and dear friends. Of course no one is perfect, but we are so thankful for the strength family gives us daily.
5. Friends
I can say with confidence that we have been fortunate enough to have some of the most wonderful friends. I can see the Lords hand in our lives as he has placed these wonderful people into our paths, some for longer times than others, to bless and enrich our lives. For all of you wonderful friends we love you and are thankful for you!
6. Health
I am SO thankful for legs that walk, ears that hear, eyes that see and a body that is healthy. Of course occasional things happen, but how lucky are we to be healthy and to have two beautiful healthy daughters!

I know there are probably so many more things I can list and if I really tried I could type for days, but there is also something in simpleness. There is so much gratitude in my heart and I am so excited for the holiday season to be able to share my love for those around me.

Monday, November 16, 2009

CA-RA-ZAY

We have been going a little crazy here in the Pack household.

We are MOVING...just down the street, but due to vacations and other things we were out Friday and can't move in until January. It's actually a good thing for us- same awesome ward, bigger place, more for our money..but we just have to be semi-homeless for a while :)
SO the girls and I headed to Cali to try to maintain some normalcy while all of our stuff is spread out between some friends and family. We surprised the socks off my mom when we showed up at pizza unannounced. It was great. Shane is in Utah because of school and work and we miss him. Although we miss Dad, I don't miss not having a place to call my own and at least here I have a few hands willing to help with the little ones. Thanks so much to all who have helped us and who have so generously stored our random stuff for us :) We love Y'all.
AND for all of you in the Sac-town area we will be here for a while and would love to see ya!!