Being Thankful: Top 10

I'm thankful for so many things in my life! Here are just a few:
~ My incredibly loving and patient husband. He has stuck with me through thick and thin for the past 7 years. He is my best friend, and I'm thrilled I get to share my life with him. He's also going to be an amazing father! Although I do worry he is going to teach baby the sure fire ways to push Mama's buttons...
~ My insanely compassionate sister Emily. She is such a great person. She sees the best in everyone and is able to look past any shortcomings they have. She exudes kindness and love to everyone she is around.
~ My always supportive Mother and Father. Even as an adult, they are without a doubt my strongest cheerleaders. They continue to influence the person I am today, as I'm sure they will for the rest of my life. They taught me the importance of communication!
~ My furry babies, Bella and Radar. They love unconditionally and have been there to lay beside me when I am at my absolute worst. They have seen a side to Stephen and I that no one else has seen. They can always make me happy and remind me of God's love - NEVER ENDING!
~ My neighbors, Jack and Deb. They are the best neighbors ever. I feel so safe living next door to them. They always look out for us! I always joke they're my next door parents.
~ The family who created the man I love. They are some of the kindest people I'll ever meet. I'm so thankful for sweet in-laws!
~ Audubon Engineering, my husband's employer. The value my husband and the efforts he makes. Stephen enjoys his job and we're both thankful for their continued growth.
~ Birthmothers of the past, present, and future! Women who are incredibly loving and selfless! Women who understand the value of an unborn human life, and commit to giving their sons and daughters a life in a loving and caring home.
~ Stephanie Hall, my "sister from another mister." I know, without a doubt, that Stephanie and I were always destined to be related. Who needs common DNA to consider someone a sister? Certainly not me! Stephanie has only been in my life for 6 or 7 years, but she knows me more than I know myself! I am so thankful for her genuine love for me and my family. I'm blessed to have her in my corner.
~ My Extended Family & My True Friends, who will always be a part of my life and fondest memories. They are all so different and beautiful in their own ways. Each one of them has strengths that continue to touch my heart every day! I've learned many life lessons from them, for which I am always grateful!