Thanksgiving

There has been a lot going on with our family.  We have a lot to be thankful for.  We are all healthy enough to have a lot going on!  Thomas has found a job thought Kelly temp with Hospira.  We are staying afloat despite the cut in pay but are praying very hard that he is hired on with Hospira by the first of 2011.  Thomas has also been diagnosed with Diabetes thanks to a required physical for Hospira.  We aren't thankful for the disease as we both suffer from it now but we are thankful to have found out about it as it was completely unexpected.

Hunter is doing pretty well in school.  I think he is just beginning the struggle of finding out who he is and what fights he wants to pick or should pick.  We are constantly pushing the limits with him and struggling to mold a responsible, dependable, respectful, sensitive and strong smart young man.  We need the Lords guidance and depend on it daily. 

Toby is running not walking and into everything as expected.  His speech has been a little slow and he continues to receive play therapy at school.  His gross motor skills have surpassed expectations so it is time to concentrate on other areas that have fallen a little behind since we focused so hard on those skills.  He is a happy, healthy and curious little boy.  I struggle to keep up with him but am thankful that he is here and able to "get away" from me so often. LOL

Mom and Dad are doing well and Tommy and Linda are also.  Mandy and Cameron got married last month and we are now focused on Angie and Brandon's wedding.  Brandon recently lost his mother to a quiet battle with cancer.  He and his family are still adjusting to the unexpected death and life without her.  I am sure that it will all be a little tougher as we head deep into the holiday season.  I am thankful that they have family and friends around them to help them through. 

Above all I am thankful for the Lord Jesus Christ and all he does for us.  The answered and unanswered prayers alike.  There is a reason for everything.  Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the Christmas Season and we should all remember that HE IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!