November 2012 – Page 2

Day 7: Today I’m thankful for warm Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, a seasonal favorite around here.  Unfortunately, they never last long…maybe that’s a good thing!  So thankful for the ability to fill my boys’ bellies with yummy treats.

Want to make cookies too?

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 cups flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup chocolate chips (I always add a little more!)

Cream butter and sugar.  Mix in the wet ingredients.  Mix in the sifted dry ingredients.  Add the chocolate chips.  Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. 

Day 6: Today I’m thankful for post-Halloween sales and two new costumes for 70% off.  These boys have been dressed as ninjas for two days now.  I can’t keep track of all the stories they’ve come up with…I just love their imaginations! 

P.S. How cute is that little Spiderman?  I love how he wants to be just like his brothers.

Day 5: Scenes from this weekend.  We are SICK.  I had such a lofty to-do list to accomplish and well, that didn’t happen! Instead we hung out together on the couch and watched Food Channel marathons.  Today I am thankful for hot beverages, tissues and little boys who still make us laugh even when we’re feeling down and out.   

Day 4: Today I’m thankful for this boy, that smile and the giggle that usually follows.  He’s strong-willed and hard-headed and because of that, I’m challenged to be a better mother every day.  But gosh, he’s a sweet boy with a big heart.  I love that kid.

P.S. This picture was taken a few weeks ago on his birthday.  When we told him he could pick any restaurant for his special dinner, he excitedly shouted, “Burger King!  I want a burger…and can I have a smoothie too?”  You got it, buddy.

Day 3: Today I’m thankful for this cozy corner in the nursery.  I like to sit in the rocking chair and daydream about how I’d like to decorate the room.  So many items to purchase and projects to DIY…which will all get done, little by little.  Until then, I’ll just rock with my Little Miss.

Day 2: Today I’m thankful for a husband who buys me roses “just because”. He tells me I’m beautiful, even when I’m feeling like I’m not.  He makes me laugh everyday.  We are celebrating seven years of marriage this month…I can’t imagine going through life with anyone else.

I don’t know about you, but the month of October was a total blur.  Maybe it has something to do with that sweet baby girl in the house?  The next two months are absolute favorites of mine though, and I really, really want to enjoy them.  So in an attempt to slow down and relish my favorite time of year, I’m going to start making a list of all that I’m grateful for – the big and the little things.  The goal is to share one thing everyday this month.  Maybe you want to play too?

Day 1: Today I’m thankful for this overflowing pile of handmade blankets and quilts.  The weather has gone from balmy to brisk…where did the fall go?!  My new morning routine is cuddling underneath them and watching cartoons with the kids.  And I’m reaching for them in the evenings, as my husband and I unwind after a long day.  So thankful for their warmth and the memories we’re creating.