Yesterday was Thanksgiving - and though it wasn't a Thanksgiving holiday celebrated in the normal fashion for us, we are still thankful. We have a lot to be thankful for. First and foremost is for a loving God. Somehow that sounds weird at this moment, but it is true. Secondly, for a successful surgery. Sure, we didn't want to have to do that at all, but there are many people that don't make it through even minor surgeries, so God's protection during that event, for that we are grateful. Next, for a beautiful and wonderful bunch of kids. Jennifer has been absolutely amazing. Not many 3 week old kids sleep 8 hours at night - many do in the middle of the day to the chagrin of their mom, but not at night. She sleeps from at least 11PM to 7AM every night. Although we don't always, if it were her keeping us awake, we probably would be wearing white suits by now. Natalie understands the most of all of them of course, and she has been a great help with teaching Megan to read, and helping in every kind of way. Megan has helped in such thoughtful ways, finding things like praise CD's and drawing pictures. Lauren has helped with such a great optomistic attitude. And Zach has helped by smiling and being excited about "Cars is coming out for Christmas!" I honestly think Mom likes to hear that even more than he likes saying it, but he is jumping up and down when he says it. Of course, we aren't thankful for them because they have been helpful, but when things are rough, they can be part of the problem, or help to cheer up. They have definitely been part of the cheering squad. They are very special kids, and I am not biased! Next, for the people that have given us emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual support. So many people have been praying for us, helping us with food, watching kids, giving us helpful advice, driving with us, and the list could go on and on. As far as people praying, that list keep growing and growing, and we are most thankful for that support.
So even though it was a different kind of Thanksgiving this year, we are thankful, and none the less.
Dale