Thanksgiving and Snow

So, Thaksgiving was nice and very relaxing. We were at Jim's parents house which was a first for us for the holidays. They just don't usually host Thanksgiving. Jim did his annual Turkey day football game and Brayden and I enjoyed the Macy's parade. It was a very laid back day. Then of course the day after I went and did the traditional shopping with my mom and sister. We always have a good time. It was fun. Jim and Brayden met up with us later and Brayden sat on Santa's lap for the first time and loved it. He was telling Santa all kinds of fun things. I also was able to get him the train set that Jim and I wanted to get him for Christmas. So, other than stocking stuffers I think he is done. We had a great time getting our Tree on Saturday and Brayden was a blast giving us his opinon on which one we should cut down. This holiday season is so fun with him. He is just enjoying everything so much. He is such an expressive child.
Then on Sunday they started to call for snow. Now, we LOVE SNOW at our house. But, in Oregon they say it will snow and then it never does. So, I was very pessimistic that it was going to happen. But sure enough we woke up Monday morning with Snow. It was great. Brayden thought it was a little cold to touch and didn't want much to do with it but liked watching it out the window. Then on Tuesday when it snowed again even more and his uncle didn't have school he thought it was pretty cool to throw snowballs. He even has taken on some of my Canadian words and says Tuke. Today is cold but the snow is gone for now. We will see if we get it back again this year. That would sure be fun.

Gratitude

As I sit here in a warm house with a full tummy and a happy toddler. I can't help but be so grateful for all I have. I am so truly blessed. The Lord has given me so much. A husband who works hard so I can stay home and take care of our child. A wonderful home that is warm and dry. A great husband who loves me and our child so much. Family close by that are helpful and caring. A wonderful child who brings me great joy everyday. Friends. A great country where I can go to my wonderful church and worship. Food on my table and clothes and everything I need. It makes me think of this verse in Matthew 10
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. 31 So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. God cares so much for us. Make sure to take time during this very special time of year and thank the Lord for what he has given you.

My Little soldier

This is Brayden out at the firing range with Jim. I took him out there while he was at drill. Brayden still talks about it and had such a good time. He is total boy.

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Halloween

So, I must say that Halloween has never been my favorite holiday. But, wow. When you have children and see them light up about stuff it sure makes it fun. This is the first year Brayden has gone trick or treating and we just did a couple houses. (it was freezing here) He dressed like a lion and was supper cute. Then we went to the church for Family fun night and it was so fun. He played games and everywhere he went he was winning candy and watching other kids seeing there costumes. It was fun. Then we went upstairs and sang songs and just had a great night. I can't wait to see what Thanksgiving and Christmas hold this year. I am sure they will be even more fun.