How did I ever get so lucky!

As I woke up this morning with a sore throat, tired eyes, achy body, and pulsing ears; I oddly didn't think about how sick I felt. I thought about how amazing my husband was. That night I had began to feel so sick, tired and weak, but Jon was there to take care of me. I wasn't deathly ill or anything, just a normal just happens kind. But he tucked me into bed, got me water, medicine and made sure I was comfortable. He didn't know that I knew, but every so often as I was asleep he came in and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I don't know how I got so lucky to have such a loving husband.

I began to think of all the blessings I have in my life and so I thought I'd share.
(These are not in order of importance)

1. Like I expressed above, I am so thankful for such an amazing husband. I see almost everyday how amazing he is with kids. He is so frugal and good with finances. I am also so grateful to have a worthy priesthood holder in our home. He make me so happy! I can't believe that we have almost been married for a year.

2. I am so grateful for my family. I love how my mom takes care of our tummy's every Sunday after church. (She is such a great cook and I hope that I can learn from her) I love how my dad is so patient and artistic. I love making projects with him. Both my parents are very supportive and a great example to me. I'm also grateful for my siblings. Even though we always had those sibling fights while living together, I love them. I love being friends now. I love knowing about their day. I am so glad I was able to be their sister.
3. My second family! Mom and Dad Vandermyde are amazing people. They are so caring and loving. I couldn't ask for a better Mother and Father in law. They took me in to their family, and helped me feel like a Vandermyde right away. :) Along with the new parents, I also got 10 new brothers and sisters, and 8 new nieces and nephews, and 4 more Grandparents. They are so fun to be around and the most giving family I think I've ever met.

4. I am so thankful for a great place to live. We have such a great neighborhood and ward. Even though we are new we know we are going to love it.
5. I am so thankful for my Girlfriends! Even though we don't see each other as much as we use to, I still love spending time with them. I also love thinking about all the crazy fun things we use to do. Playing in fountains, and sprinklers. Chalk art, camping, creating, caving, cooking, and just doing fun things. I can't wait for them to have their adventures, get married and have little babies. (They aren't all in the picture, but it's all I could find)

6. I am so thankful for this Gospel. I love the knowledge that it brings to my life. I love the happiness. I am so thankful for my Savior and all he did for me. I am so thankful for forever families. I am so thankful for the temple, prayer, and the scriptures. I know that I still have so much to learn and grow from, but I know that I am on the right track.

7. I am so thankful for this beautiful world we have to live in. I love nature. I love being in the mountains and feeling the peace that it brings.

8. I am so thankful for all the little things in my life (even though they aren't little to me). My trials, strengths, color, forks, a cold house, school, books, flowers, seasons, rain, sunshine, cheesecake, crafts, fluffy pillows, trees, a running-cold-non crayon smelling car, music, dancing, smiles, movies, laughter, a "Hello" from a stranger, old people, babies, clouds, a working healthy body, Boy Meets World, hugs, kisses, running, friendships, and learning.

I've made a promise to myself to find a new thing each day that I am thankful for. Starting Now!