• It’s the Little Things

    I am thankful for my husband. He blesses me in so many ways throughout the week. Honestly, too often I take the many acts of kindness he does for me daily for granted. He shows love to me even when I am a mess.

    Most mornings he is up early to make me breakfast and coffee to help get me out the door for work. Often dinner is ready by the time I get home from work. He is willing to try out a different restaurant or go on an adventure with me.

    Whether we’re tackling home projects or enjoying a date night, I love spending time with my handsome man. He treats me well, loves me despite my craziness, and is an amazing Dad to our girls.

    There are countless reasons why I feel blessed to have him as my partner and best friend. I am grateful to have the opportunity to walk through life with him by my side. He really is the calm to my chaos.

    Today I came home from running errands with one of the girls and the dishes were washed, groceries picked up and these beautiful flowers were waiting for me. His little acts of kindness are daily reminders of how truly blessed am I.

    The older I get the more I am reminded that each day really is a precious gift. May we always cherish our shared moments together. My prayer is that he recognizes the depth of love for him—not solely based on his actions, but because of the remarkable person he truly is.

  • Little Blessings

    Dunkin Donut Coffee

    Dunkin Donut Coffee Treat

    Sometimes it is the little thoughtful things that you do for another person that will most brighten their day.  My husband was a big blessing to me this morning.  It was a busy, cool, and rainy Monday morning and he went out of his way to make sure I knew how much he loved me.  I know it is just a cup of coffee from Dunkin Donuts, but the little random acts of love and kindness speak volumes to my heart.  Thankful for a husband who takes the time to demonstrate how much he cares.  The coffee was amazing and hit the spot this morning.  Thanks Babe!

  • Mother’s Day Celebration

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    Huge Mother’s Day chalk message on the driveway from Karlie!

    I am blessed.  Yesterday I was reminded again of how much God has given me.  A family that loves me despite all my imperfections.  Jake and the girls showered me with love on Mother’s Day.  Even though Jake was on call this Mother’s Day weekend and was a little busier than normal, he made time to celebrate.  It was a great day with the family.

    They made me breakfast in bed.  We went to church.  Jake and the girls made an amazing lunch.  That afternoon we relaxed, read books together, opened gifts, played games, and had fun.  Thankful for my family and a chance to spend the day together.   Their thoughtfulness made me feel loved and appreciated.

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    Breakfast in bed – cheesy scrambled eggs, ham, and sauteed mushrooms! Delicious!

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    Fresh flowers from the girls (they got them from Children’s Church)

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    Putting together the pinwheel steaks!

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    They choose what ingredients to stuff the steak with for lunch

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     Pinwheel steaks ready to go into the oven!

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    Stuffed with tomatoes, swiss cheese, goat cheese, bacon, ham, spinach, mushrooms, sunflowers, cranberries, and more goodies!

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    My steak was AMAZING!

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     Huge stuffed portobello mushroom!  Stuffed with spinach, hummus, and topped with toasted granola – so tasty!

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    Mother’s Day cards from Jake and the girls.  Karlie’s was the kitten and Brina’s the puppy.

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    Brina picked out a beautiful pink rose bush for me!

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    Karlie picked out a gorgeous red rose bush for me!

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    Adorable handmade flowers from my girls!  Brina made the bright yellow one and Karlie made the blue and red one!

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    A place to sit and talk with Jake or read with the kids.  Very comfy!

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     Sweet note from Brina.  The top says “I am thankful to have a Mom like you because you are nice to me and play with me.”   The bottom has a cute little poem!

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    Colorful Mother’s Day Butterfly from Brina

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    Cute card from Brina

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    Mother’s Day note from Brina wanting to know if I can play or cook with her!  Love my girls!

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    Vibrant Mother’s Day drawing from Karlie

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     Sweet poem and note from Karlie on the back of her drawing.

    Roses are red,

    Violets are blue,

    But no one a flower,

    Just like you!

    Happy Mother’s Day! Hope you are having a nice and relaxing day.  Do you like the card and rose?  The rose is a rare blue rose that only grows on Neptune!  May you please read to me on the deck? 

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    Thankful for my family!  I treasure these times we have together.  I am blessed.