I finished my first week of work and it was very successful. I so enjoy what I do and I work for a wonderful family. I couldn't be happier right now. I was just asked today if I'd like to have my hours extended (more pay) so I jumped at that opportunity. It is full time now, MWF 10-5, T Th 8-5. This couldn't have come at a better time. I am excited mostly because the hours don't interfere with my time with my boys in the evening. I am home by 6:00 for dinner and all my other motherly duties; no weekends, no holidays. What more could a single mom ask for?
Thanksgiving was nice this year. We cooked everything under the sun and boy did the house smell good while doing so. The turkey and trimmings were delicious, as was the dutch apple and pumpkin pies. Ruthi and the kids were here so we had a full house which was fun. Sean and Brady made a fun family activity "Family Jeopardy" on the computer. Tanner and I were neck and neck....then he beat me in final Jeopardy.
I am so thankful for my 3 wonderful boys. They are truly the greatest blessing in my life. I love each of them for different reasons. They are all smart, healthy and amaze me everyday by how hard they work to be responsible boys. Tanner is amazing at sports. I look at him sometimes (6'4") and I cannot believe he is my boy. He is absolutely gorgeous and so outgoing. He just finished football (varsity) and started wrestling yesterday. He got straight A's, even with his 3 honors classes; Chemistry, Pre-Calculus, and World History, all while doing sports 5 days/week and weekends.
Brady is the laughter in my life. He is truly a joy to be around. He is always happy and giving. He is my helper. His sense of humor is wonderful and he makes me laugh, a true gift in my life. He got straight A's and has begun after school rehearsals for the school play again this year. He recently got a keyboard from his dad and Sue and has been getting lessons from his friend. He can play several songs now and we have fun playing together. I played a few Christmas songs last night and I was amazed that I could still play. That was exciting.
Andrew is my sweet baby boy. His hugs and kisses melt my heart and make me thankful daily for having him in my life. He has discovered video games (Nintendo DS) and plays all day when he can. He is smart, bright and loves life. He is doing wonderful in kindergarten and loves his teachers (Mrs. Kari & Ms. Ruthi). He is a friend to all and very well behaved and respectful. He turns 6 in a few weeks and while it is exciting it is also very sad for me. My last baby.....
I am truly blessed in life. I have family, extended family, and people I love who love me in return. I am surrounded by love and I can truly say I happy for the first time in a long time. I am healthy, I am employed, I have a nice home, and a belief in my Savior that sustains me daily, especially when times are tough.
I have a down day today, catching up on cleaning etc. I took down my Thanksgiving decorations, and am anticipating where to put all my Christmas stuff. I want my tree up ASAP. I love Christmas. It has and always will be my favorite holiday. The first year or two after my divorce more than ruined the joy of the holidays for me, due to the horrible timing of it, but I am past that now and excited to celebrate with my family. I am so excited for Andrew. I love seeing the joy in his eyes on Christmas morning. That is one of the the best days for being a mother; seeing your children happy. "Tis the Season" as they say, so while I take it all in, I hope to give to others as much as I get in return.
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