Tuesday November 19, 2013...

    I am thankful more and more each day but think you will all tire of the same old things.  I am of course thankful for my children, always first and foremost.  I am thankful I have a job to get up for and an alarm to wake me up and get me going. 
     I am thankful my work gives us Einstein Bros. Bagels when we earn a reward, and they also supply lots of yummy schmear.  We ate some today and get more in the next few weeks for winning the traveling trophy.  A silly reward really but one that earns food, and well atleast they notice the little things we do, that's got to make you feel good too.
     I am thankful for my car that takes us to and fro and I am thankful that I had money to fill the tank.  I am thankful that when I come home after a bad day at work there waits my family, telling me hello, asking about my day and genuinely caring how it all went down.
    I am thankful for my daughter, who every day teaches me that someone else might have it worse and at least we are not as bad off as some people.  We have each other and there is always a bright side in her mind.  She makes me laugh and makes me feel loved.  She thanks me for the things I do for her and most kids don't .   I am thankful for my boys who teach me patience and make me laugh.
     I am thankful for a warm dry bed to lay my head at night and although I don't want what's coming it's nice to have a reason to get up for another day. I am thankful for the job and the pay check it provides.  I'm thankful that I can atleast make something to support my kids and give them the necessities of life.
     Off to lay down and get some rest, hope that when the sun rises again it won't be white and icy.  But if it is I will pray for a safe journey and be thankful tomorrow when I am home safe again.