Thanksgiving

You know the drill.... What are you thankful for??? I think by the end of the day, I will be sick of answering this. But, there really is so much in life that is a blessing. Seriously. So so so much. I don't think one blog post can do my gratitude justice. I really have a lot to be thankful for.

This past month has been hard for me. Just stressful. School has been kicking my butt.... really. It's just been hard trying to deal with it all and to figure it out. But life in general has shown me there's so much to be thankful for, even in stressful times.

So.... here's the list. (complete with pictures, cause I like doing that)

My family.... specifically....
My mom. Seriously, my mom does a lot for me. We sometimes bash heads and disagree, but I'm thankful for everything she has done for me. For all she does. She has had some hard times, and through it all, she never forgets about me. She always has time for my phonecalls, or if I'm stressed, she listens. And, I want to tell her how grateful I am for her. I love my mom a lot.

Next. My dad. Even though my dad is far away, I've always had such a strong relationship with him. And I love him a lot. Like my mom, my dad is always willing to listen to me. I always know that he believes in me and all that I'm doing. And to have that extra support goes a long way. I love spending time with him, especially our long talks. We can talk for hours and never run out of subjects. I think he's one of the few people I know that talks more than I do.

My brothers. They can be a pain, but I love them. Without Core and Chris, I wouldn't be where I am today, I wouldn't be doing the career I'm doing. And I am so grateful for their influence. And Wesley. He's a pain in the butt, but he's my bestest friend. We disagree and have very very different opinions, but he's always there for me (well... always when I ask him to be). He's there to play games with and watch movies and most often if someone doesn't understand something I say, he will. I'm gonna miss him when he goes on his mission next summer.

For all my other family. Everyone. My stepmom Merial. Who is so wonderful and is always thinking about others. My adopted sisters (in reality cousins) Shay, Beth and Amanda, who make living in the basement truly an adventure. My aunt and uncle Mindi and Don for taking me in (seriously, I'm sure Don must love having a house full of girls). Everyone in my family. You are all amazing. Thank you so much for supporting me.

Of course, I am so thankful for my friends. Those who have been there for me through all the crap I deal with. Who love me for me, who let me know that I have a social life. And help me get out of my cave (aka bedroom). I love you all, I can go off on a list if I need to (Hotty, Scott, Katie, Amy, Meghan, Josh, Derek, Sean, and Jody). I wouldn't have gotten half as far as I have without you all.

I'm thankful for school. It's hard. And I hate it sometimes. But I really am lucky to have an education. Especially at USU. GO AGGIES!! College is fun, stressful, hard and wonderful all at once. I am so lucky to be in the Special Ed major, with so many great professors and advisers. I am honored to be President of USU's Big Band Swing Club. It's a lot, and I know there are so many wonderful people who help me keep it running. I'm just happy to be involved and dance. I've learned a lot. Thank you.

I am so thankful for the gospel. It is amazing to be a part of the LDS church. I know without my faith I wouldn't be where I am at all. Christ has helped me through so much. And I know that this church is true. (I'm getting all preachy, I'm sorry... but it's how I feel). Seriously, there are such wonderful people in the wards I've been in. And such amazing leaders. And I'm thankful for all of them. I am so glad that this spirit touches my heart. It brings a light into my life that I wouldn't normally have. And I could never express my full gratitude for all the blessings the Lord has put in my life.

I could go on and on.... But I think this blog is long enough already. I am also thankful for the internet (which makes my life so much easier, and helps relieve a lot of my stress), my favorite tv shows, toothpaste, deodorant, music, my ipod, cars, Harry Potter, cuddly blankets, teddy bears, and food.

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! Spend time with your family and pig out.