Attitude of Gratitude

1. Three surgeries in one day. This last Tuesday I took Naomi, Dekker, and Josh all in to have their herniated belly buttons surgically repaired. I was SO glad Brea could help out by taking Titus, and Kari could go with me to be my aid as they were going in and coming out of surgeries. Primary Children's at Riverton really did do a great job of making it go as smoothly as possible.

2. Kids that take care of each other. It was cute to see the three of them empathize and help each other feel better. They all slept together in Naomi's room a couple of nights so that they would be close if they woke up in pain. Josh helped Naomi and Dekker come get when they did. He also read stories to them at night when it was time for bed. Naomi had a hard time transitioning when she woke up from her surgery, but when Dekker took his turn of crying out in pain she put a smile on her face and tried to cheer him up. I have such sweet kids.

3. I'm thankful for the month of November and this time of remembering to slow down and recognize the abundance of blessings that surround us. Even though I do not take the time to write them all down here like I used to, I do still daily stop to recognize the Lord's hand in my life. It makes all the difference.