I tend to get easily caught up in things that have minimal long term importance.
These things, while necessary, shouldn't overshadow the truly amazing things in my life.
This morning, I pay homage to the things that are so good, I get warm and mushy when I give myself the opportunity to sit back and soak them in.
- In-laws. M's parents were visiting recently. Their absolute adoration and patience for Sophie is infectious. Plus, they taught her a lot of french. :) Having them around meant that we could get out of the house on a couple of dates. That was pure bliss.
- My folks. My dad is coming this weekend for an overnighter on his way home to NL. He is helping my uncle move to NL for Christmas. I wish I could be with my family for Christmas. I think I will make that happen next year.
- My partner in crime and child-raising. Watching him with Sophie melts me. She has him wrapped around her cute little slightly evil finger. She looks at him like there's no one else in the world. She has turned a big tough guy into a ball of mush. He is the best dad ever. On top of this dad-thing, he is an amazing partner. This love blows my mind.
- Sophie. There are no words. That smile stops me in my tracks. Her voice is the sweetest sound on earth. And her energy ignites me...and sometimes wear me down to a complete stop :)
- Our friends. We have such good friends. Friends who would drop their busy lives to give us an opportunity to get out and enjoy a hockey game or dinner. We are extremely thankful for having such good people in our lives. More importantly, we are happy that Sophie will grow up with them as family. Our chosen family.
- Weekends and vacation. aaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh.
-jl
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