the rest of my list ::

wow ... I'm a horrible everyday blogger.  the holiday traditions and festivities seemed to start early this year and we've been so busy soaking in every ounce of them.  I do have so much to be grateful for. It seems to me, that everything I stick on my thankful list stems from these things.  so in an effort to get caught up in the blogging world, here are my favorites ::

my little family of four :: i couldn't imagine loving them more than i do.  the capacity of the heart to love amazes me.  mine couldn't be more full.

nate :: yes, he deserves a number all to himself.  i'm grateful for him.  for the wonderful husband and father he is.  for working so hard to provide for us. (and reminding me every day that it's important to play hard too.)

kashton turned {ten} months old the week of thanksgiving.  that's something to give thanks for in and of itself!  he is so full of life and love.  his smile makes my day.  he is a little crawling machine and so curious and into everything.  i love that he reminds us to enjoy and take notice of the simple things.

jackobi is my sweetheart.  she is such a good helper and so concerned about everybody and everything. she loves to love and is so good at it.  she makes us laugh so much. she is silly and keeps us on our toes.  her little imagination has totally blossomed and it's fun to remember just how fun "make believe" is.  the Christmas season has already been totally magical in our house.

i'm so grateful for a gospel that teaches me about our Heavenly Father and His plan.  i'm grateful for second, third and even fourth chances.

i'm so thankful for the Christmas season.  

i love the magic and spirit it brings into our home.

i'm thankful for the birth of our Savior.

we're celebrating {extra} hard this year.