Today I am thankful for our Godchildren, Leilani, Aryie, Parker, & Caj.
We love each of them as if they are our own little monsters. They all have their own little personalities and hold a huge place in my heart. There is nothing I wouldn’t do for these beautiful children and I thank God their parents trusted us enough to be their Godparents.
Today I am thankful for my sister, Lindsey.
While I may not get to see or speak to her near as much as I’d like to, we still share a close bond. We always know we are only a phone call away if we need anything. I know it’s odd, but my sister and I have NEVER ever fought. She is an amazing mama to my nephew, Joshie, and my Godson, Parker. They may live 600 miles away, but I cherish all of our time together. 
What a whirlwind this last week has been! Bunny experienced her first cheer competition and they did fantastic! We couldn’t be prouder of her. Ended up with our son in the ER for his first real skateboard injury in the fourteen plus years he has been skating. Have had several days of a revolving door of maintenance on our home. My very first friend in Texas, Angie, became a maw-maw today! I am still trying to figure out how that once nine year old little boy that lived next door is now married and a daddy? I am beyond happy for their sweet family and the new precious addition. On a very somber note, Pastor Fred passed away. It was so nice to see so very many people that loved him and his lovely wife there to pay their respects to such a tremendous Godly man. Miss J is a pillar of strength and faith. I admire her so much. One of my favorite memories of him was when I was pregnant for Buggie. We had still lived in Boerne, where he was a Pastor at the First United Methodist Church. I had posted on Facebook that I was being sent to the San Antonio Methodist hospital due to complications. Miss J saw my post and how he did it I don’t know, but Pastor Fred beat us to the hospital! It was so incredibly comforting to have him there to pray over our baby girl during such a scary time. He was a one of a kind man and I am so thankful to call his lovely wife my dear friend. Many prayers for her, their children, and their grandchildren during this difficult time.
Life has a way of changing so quickly. Hold on to your faith and the ones you hold dear. And always be thankful for the life you have.
Today I am thankful for our Veterans.
All who have selflessly signed up to put their lives on the line to protect our freedom and the far too many that have lost their lives doing so.
I am especially thankful for the ones we love…my Husband, my Dad, my Papa Joe, my Paw-Paw Kline, my Paw-Paw Freeman, my Maw-Maw Peart, Matt’s Grandpa Barthule, & Matt’s brother’s, Brian and Phil.
Top: my dad (marines), my husband (army), my papa Joe (army)
Bottom: my paw-paw Freeman (army), my maw-maw Peart (army), Matt’s grandpa Barthule (navy), & my paw-paw Kline (navy)
Today I am thankful for my mother in law, Susie.
She is such a genuine & caring person. Loves Matt, our monsters, and I unconditionally. Raised the amazing man that I get to spend the rest of my life with. I’m very thankful to have her as my mother in law. 
Today I am thankful for my Dad.
My Daddy-o lives back in New Orleans so we don’t get to spend as much time as we’d like to with him. He isn’t your “average” paw-paw. He’s a biker and patriot guard rider. He selflessly offers his free time to honor those who have died to protect our freedom. He is a fabulous paw-paw and never allows the miles to come between him and his grand monsters. FaceTime has tremendously helped in that department! He too gives us nothing but unconditional love & support.
Today I am thankful for my mom.
We are so blessed to have Jillskie live with us. She is an amazing maw-maw. Doesn’t hesitate to help with our monsters or things around the house. Wise beyond her age and gives us nothing but unconditional love.
Today I am thankful for my baby girl, Bitty.
Ever so curious, always into something, happy, determined, full of energy, best little hug giver, big blue eyed angel, spunky baby girl. She is our final addition to our crazy lil bunch, and I thank God for her daily.
Today I am thankful for my daughter, Buggie.
She’s my little tom boy, spitfire, feisty, sensitive, happy, rambunctious, brown eyed girl, strong willed, bright, oh so precious daughter. She’s a handful and a half, but I wouldn’t have her any other way!
Today I am thankful for my daughter, Bunny.
She’s a spunky cheerleader, lovely dancer, brown eyed girl, sassy, kind hearted, loving, sensitive, beautiful inside and out little girl. She is my first daughter. She’s capable of being quite the monster, but I simply adore this little lady!
