Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Be Thankful



1. pumpkin pie pumpkins, 2. Promise of Snowflakes, 3. Bokeh in a Box, 4. No pie for you?, 5. Thanksgiving Chapel- Dallas, 6. ye olde thanksgiving craft, 7. Happy Thanksgiving, 8. pilgrim hats, 9. Thanksgiving roots, 10. HAPPY THANKSGIVING

What a great week I've had. Work has been busy but everything has gone smoothly. Everyone seems to be a little more friendlier(spelled right??)....always a good thing. The turkey is defrosting in the fridge and I am so ready for some pumpkin pie with a huge dollop of cool whip.

I have so much to be Thankful for this year. Just to be alive and well is enough. To have a home and share it with my guys. Thankful I got to spend a couple of months with my good friend. Thankful to have the most wonderful father who is also my bestest friend in the whole world. I'm so grateful for everything I've been blessed with. Even though there are times when I'm at a low, I'm still grateful for those experiences. I've learned that that is what makes me a stronger, wiser more patient person.

Even the whole baby thing.....I feel that is the only thing missing from my life. That little thing that, I feel, could make my life complete. This sounds weird, especially to those who are going through the same, but I also feel grateful for this experience of trying and being hopeful and patient and trusting that whatever happens, happens. I am grateful for this time my husband and I have shared together, it's made our marriage so much stronger. And as much as we want children, we are enjoying this freedom we have now and are taking full advantage of it. A very wise woman told me this when I was at a very depressing point in my life and it changed my whole perspective. She said to stop this, to enjoy this time with your husband and to take advantage of the things that aren't as easy to do with children. Once you stop this depression and constant wonder of will it ever happen, it will happen. I trust God, more than I trust anyone in this world. I know he has a plan for me. I am most grateful for my faith in him and what he has done for me.

I'm going to end it that folks. Please don't pity me...that was not my intention. I wouldn't mind a few prayers though :) I am happy and thankful and I wish you all a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving holiday.

Tina

11 comments:

Lisa said...

Tina, I love your mosaic!
And about "the baby thing" I know all about it. Although I have a wonderful daughter, me and my new husband cannot get children together. It is a huge sorrow that I don´t think anyone else can understand. I wish you all the luck!

Anonymous said...

I love your blog so much. Love your everyday snapshots, esp. on Sunday mornings. I'm on the boards at Studio Calico, and I just wanted to let you know that I thought your post today was very honest and inspirational.

Unknown said...

it will all be so much easier to take -everything, life, rude people, everything- w/that attitude!! LOVE your PHOTOGRAPHY!!!

Nicole said...

my heart goes out to you my sweets...and thanks for sharing your perspective...definitely something to try.


xoxo

RachelDenbow said...

I enjoyed your post today. I love that you're focusing on what you do have and allowing yourself to be in the present moment. Keep an eye out for your RVKC box. It should be there soon!

Vee said...

i love your thoughtful post so much!! The wise woman was right enjoy your time and it will happen when you least expect it!! have a wonderful thanksgiving girlie!! :)
xoxo

AnilĂș Magloire said...

No pity from me, Tina. I went through the same thing you are. Not easy, I know. But, like I'm sure everyone's told you, the second you stop trying, BAM! It's there. Happened to me twice...
Do enjoy your time alone together :)

Happy Thanksgiving!

dani j. said...

aw, happy thanksgiving to you too! love your blog. very inspirational and real!

Anonymous said...

I'm so gald I stopped here just now---It's just comforting to know that beyond scrapping, we are Human--we feel, we love, we cry, we are happy, we get sad, and we are able to make it through... :) Prayers your way
xoxo and happy T-Day...

PS- I've been doing my "4M" ritual this week b/c of th holiday.

Barb said...

Thinking of you and hoping you'll have something new to scrapbook soon!
:)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Patriot said...

Hi! Just came across your site and wanted to let you know about a new giveaway I'm hosting this week! Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!