I have so much to be thankful for.

I always have.

I had parents that loved me, even when I wasn’t always lovable.

Mom, who swallowed her pride for the well being of, and the love for, her children.

Dad, who loved me through it all until I came back around.

Grandparents, who opened their home to (in all honesty) a second go round of parenting.

A first husband that gave me the greatest gift…three beautiful children, along with the ability to be a stay at home mom.

Janelle, Megan, and Justin, who I have no words for how much they are loved and cherished.

Z and A, who my heart explodes for.

Mar, who has always been there, always.

And John, who as I sit here, trying to put into words the way I feel, brings me to tears. He loves me and has taught me to love in a way I didn’t know was possible.

I am so thankful for the people in my life, because it really does take a village…a village full of love. There are so many that I didn’t name…but without ALL of you, I am not me.

Happy Thanksgiving.