Giving Thanks

It is hard to believe that it is already Thanksgiving! Where had the year gone?

I am thankful for so many wonderful people, things, and upcoming events. I thought I'd devote this blog to everything and everyone that I am thankful for.

I am thankful for Brian. In less than a year (seven months to be exact) I'll finally get to marry him. I cannot wait! Planning is underway and I'm looking forward to wedding dress shopping this Saturday. Sorry to my blog readers, but I can't post pictures because Brian reads my blog! HA!

I am thankful for my family- especially for my parents. They have been a big help to me throughout my entire life. I am lucky to have them in my life and that they are always willing to help me out. THey are the best! I also have the best brother and sister-in-law. I am so thankful that they were married this past June. I just wish we all lived closer to each other.

I am thankful for Brian's family. I am excited to join the Higgins family and officially be able to call the boys my nephews. WHOA! From the moment I met them, I already felt like they were my family. So in just a few more months it will be official! I love spending time with my future inlaws, and am looking forward to calling Pam and Jackie my sisters too! I always wanted a sister, and soon I'll have three! (Tiffany, Pam, and Jackie) WOOHOO!!! I'm also excited to have two more brothers too!!! (Whew didn't want to leave them out and hurt their feelings!)

I am thankful for my friends. I am fortunate to have so many amazing friendships from various stages of my life. I have close childhood friends who have remained friends into adulthood (HA!). I have amazing college friends, some who are also getting married this upcoming year. I have friends from St. Paul who I adore and am so grateful for. They have been like "moms" to me throughout these past six years!

I am thankful for my health. I know I've had some issues in 2010, but I am thankful for an overall healthy life. I just hope and pray that this will continue into the new year.

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all the reasons you are thankful. What are you thankful for?