Fuzzy Socks and Family Time

During this holiday season, I was blessed to spend it in the beautiful state of Tennessee. Being in need of some time to get away and do some thinking, I packed my bags and headed south. It was such a wonderful time for me to just sleep, relax, think, write and do some research. I guess you could say that I was on another quest to find myself. Something about this trip changed me in a way. I don't know exactly what it was though. It could be that I may have had a slight glimpse into what direction my life could take, and I liked it! But, that's going off on a different story.

After spending three weeks in Tennessee, my family came down to join me for Christmas. As we all sat around opening gifts, I was reminded that I was very blessed to have never had a Christmas without a family, food, or a few gifts under the tree. Throughout my life, I have always had a so many reasons to be thankful. This Christmas, I am extra thankful!

Having to keep the secret of a pregnancy in the family was not an easy thing to do, but when word was out, it was worth the wait! Here is the story:

When we decided to start opening gifts, the first one was handed to my nephew and my dad. My nephew, being seventeen months old, needed help opening the first gift. So, my dad helped him open it. It was a book entitled "I'm a Big Brother." As the title was read out loud, a hush fell over the room. "Surprise!" someone yelled. Squeals were let out and hugs were being handed out. It was amazing to witness!

These were gifts from my parents! Think what you will, but I will never be too old to wear a shirt with Mickey Mouse on it! Also, I'm a HUGE Centerville fan, so I was excited to receive that shirt as well! I also received two gift cards to my favorite stores, an adorable coat from a good friend of mine, and two pairs of fuzzy socks, which I have always been obsessed with. It was truly a wonderful Christmas indeed! And now, as I sit here and write, wearing my fuzzy socks and enjoying family time, I am thankful! And I will, until the next Christmas and on, keep pressing forward unknowingly!