Evolving Thanks

Its interesting to think back at what I may have been thankful for in the past and how that all evolves and changes as years pass and your life takes different paths.  This year I am especially thankful for the following:

• Josh, a man who loves me pregnant belly or not, with or without makeup, and despite all of my weird habits and quirks.
• My daughter, Joslynn, a spit-fire of energy and sweetness all rolled into a tiny little person whom I love more every day.
• My son, Jackson, a laid-back little flirt who loves smiles, and snuggles and completely tolerates his older sister's antics.
• My family, especially my mom for all of her delicious food that I will put in my belly on Thursday.
• My home, although we are already outgrowing it, it gets the job done.
• Showers--ah, showers.  I LOVE being clean.  I have cherished every showering moment since my return to civilization nearly 4 years ago.
• My bed.  It is so comfortable and lets me rest so well, although I would like to spend more time there.
• My job.  Each day is a new challenge that will keep my mind sharp.  I love the people I work with; they make tough days (weeks) bearable.
• My students.  We all have those fantastic students who see you as a person, who greet you in the morning, say goodbye in the afternoon, ask about your weekend, and wish you well for your holidays--they make my job worth the stressfulness of being broke.
• Tony Horton--he's the guy in my favorite workout videos.  He motivates me and makes me feel like a million bucks!
• Fruit! 
• Laughter
• Smiles
• Hugs
• Dark chocolate...shh!...don't tell Tony.