Ten on Tuesday

The ten things I'm grateful for over the past week include...

1. My Dad. My dad is awesome. Not only is he a great parent, he's one of my closest friends. Last week was my dad's birthday. While I didn't get a chance to spend it with him as he was moving across the counry, I did get celebrate nonetheless. My relationship with my dad reaffirms a choice I have made: be the person I want my children to be. Thanks, Dad, for being you. I love you!

2. Inkheart. Have you seen this movie? I love it. I've watched it 3 times so far, and each time I'm completely mesmerized. I highly recommend it!




3. CPR. Last Saturday, I renewed my CPR certification (a must when you work with kids!). I learned a statistic that blew me away. Did you know that only 4% of people who receive CPR survive. It can be quite disheartening however that statistic will never deter me from helping someone. This got me thinking about how easy it is to be dissuaded from doing things in life if you think the odds are against you. This is when the habit of perseverance must kick in. Hmmm...I'm feeling a post coming on regarding this topic.

4. A date with my hubby. I love date nights with my husband. With 3 kiddos, a business and his travel, time together can become a rarity. It was such a treat to go out and have dinner, conversation and pie. Mmmm...pie. (see the next post!)

5. Pie! I love pie. Not cake. Not candy. Pie! I had a delicious peanut butter cup pie that was to.die.for. Yum! So grateful for that!!!

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6. A day of nothing. I love days where I the whole fam does absolutely nothing. Sunday was one of those days. It was fantastic. We all stayed in our PJ's and just did as we pleased. Pure bliss.

7. Friends. I love friends - 'nuff said!

8. My babies. Oh my goodness. I spent a lot of time organizing our old pictures this past weekend. I couldn't believe how much my kiddos had changed in just a few short years. I'm so grateful that I've had the opportunity to relish each stage with them.

9. Partnering with Junior Achievement. Have you heard of JA? If not, be sure to check 'em out. They have incredible programs for children from preschool to high school .  I've long admired this organization and I was thrilled when they asked me to teach a high school class for them. I can't wait to get started later this week!

10. Feeling good!  It's such an amazing feeling to start stepping into your own greatness. I feel incredible!