Grateful

As we went through this last week, I realized how grateful I am for all of the blessings in our lives. It was a pretty ordinary week around here, but I saw so much to be grateful for.

On Saturday, I saw the joy of siblings who love each other so much. A brother and sister ten years apart who find a way to play and have fun and support each other.

On Sunday, it was a church where we feel at home. Where the kids have friends. Where no one bats a eye when Alex shows up with his service dog. Where I can laugh or cry and know I am loved.

On Monday, it was a special morning with my girl. It was ballet and haircuts and shopping and being girls!

On Tuesday, it was the amazing women who are quickly becoming friends in my bible study. It is women who encourage me and push me and allow me to be true to who I am.

On Wednesday, it was our amazing nurse. She loves my babies and they love her. She is a part of our family. She joins in our craziness and never thinks twice. She lets me vent when I am frustrated and laugh at the nuttiness that is our life. And boy do we laugh!

On Thursday, it was Maddy's school. Maddy is THRIVING in school. She loves every minute of it. She loves the teachers and the friends and the learning and the reading and music and playground. We are so grateful to a staff that loves her well and goes out of their way to make sure she is okay and safe.

Today, it was Mom's club. It was time with Mom's who are going through the same stage as I am. Friends who invite us over and let me show up in yoga pants with no makeup!

All week I watched as Alex's fundraiser crept up until he has reached and surpassed his goal. And I was able to show him how he can make a difference in this world by his choices, his story and the life he lives.Alex's Fundraiser

Thank you for being a part of our story. Thank you for helping us find the joy in a life that is not always easy.

Ali

PS- Sorry for no pictures...my computer wouldn't cooperate!