Just Feeling Grateful

03.06.2019

I mentioned this in my postpartum update last week but lately I have felt the deepest sense of contentment. Part is due to my healthy and happy family and part of it has come from finding confidence in myself again. I feel like I’m living the moment I’ve been waiting for my whole life.

We’ve had several slow days over here and others so chaotic, I can’t keep my head on straight. But I look at each of them as a fleeting moments that I’ll miss one day.

Do any of you guys pray? I pray every night. It was a habit I started as a seven year old and one I continue that helps me appreciate everything. So many things have popped into my head that I’m extra grateful for and I thought I’d share that list with you all. Maybe as a little inspiration to consider your blessings too ;)

Sunshine. We have had so many overcast days lately and even though I love a reason to wear a sweater and curl up inside, that sunshine just lightens the mood, even if its super chilly.
Eric. The best husband ever. I sound so sappy but he has been a DREAM with the kids and with me and I feel so grateful for my life partner!
Newborn snuggles. I can’t get over the coos and the newborn smell. I wish I could capture that scent and put it into a bottle.
Family. We are so blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives and such a great support system. I wished we lived closer to everyone but we’re so grateful to have so many visitors and helping hands with our kiddos.
Charlie’s face when we walk into his room first thing in the morning. Such a happy kid!
Friends near and far. I love my girlfriends that I can catch up with on the phone and feel like we haven’t missed a beat. And I’m grateful for our local friends who we are raising our kids with. This new chapter is so fun.
My mama tribe. All you mamas on Instagram who help me out with any questions I have or who let me vent, celebrate, and share- I love you all! So thankful we have such a great community together.
Old Music. Listening to James Taylor, 10,000 Maniacs, Counting Crows, John Mellencamp- and many more! It reminds me of my childhood and family trips.
My new camera. Eric has been taking all my blog photos! He’s doing such a great job! And I’ve been able to capture some really special photos of the kids which makes my heart happy.
Coffee. I mean…. duh.
To have carried my babies. I feel weird saying this but I kind of miss being pregnant. Even though I felt more sick with McKenna, I was also more relaxed! I know many people struggle with pregnancy and getting pregnant, and I’m very grateful that I was able to have babies without issue.
Amazon Prime. Our personal best friend. Making life easy!
Family days at the park. Getting outside with my people. The best.