I'm Thankful {Day 18}

I'm Thankful {Day 18}

Friday, November 18, 2011

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November 18th: I'm thankful for emotions. Being pregnant and hormonal took it to a whole other level, but without the ability to feel happy, sad or empathize with different life issues and people this world would be a much different place for me.

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 17}

I'm Thankful {Day 17}

Thursday, November 17, 2011

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November 17th: I'm thankful for technology. There are so many ways and things involved with this one; you could really take it a lot of different ways. I take technology as my computer, internet, cell phone, Nook, IPod and DVR. Those are just a few that play big roles in my life on a daily bases. They are the things that make my life so convenient and without these advances I'm not sure where I would be. As frustrating and intimidating as new advances and technology is sometimes, it has afforded me the ability to stay connected with family and friends near and far.

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 16}

I'm Thankful {Day 16}

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

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November 16th: I'm thankful for good health. This is something I feel that many people take for granted. 

There are so many different illnesses and cancers in this world now and you never know when something could come up and change your world in an instant.

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 15}

I'm Thankful {Day 15}

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

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November 15th: I'm thankful for my car. I know it's a material object, but I recently got a "new to me" ride and I am so thankful that I am able to get where I need to be on my own.There is nothing like a sense of security when driving, especially with a 4 month old little girl and Minnesota winter on the horizon. I can get to work or the bus or Target or the grocery store on my own time. I'm very proud. I call it my Mom car. It is a 2007 Dodge Caliber.

These are not pictures of my car specifically, but mine is silver and the below interior picture is the exact same. I love that it is a hatchback, too!

Yay for "new to me" things!

Leah

I'm Thankful {Days 13 & 14}

I'm Thankful {Days 13 & 14}

Monday, November 14, 2011

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November 13th: I'm thankful for our house. We do not own it, we rent. Someday we hope to own a house somewhere, but we will see. I am just thankful we have a roof over our heads that we can call our "own," especially in Minnesota with winter coming up. I am also thankful that it's in a great location, close to our jobs and other amenities.

November 14th: I'm thankful for our neighbors. We really lucked out and have some great neighbors. They have great kids and love dogs as much as we do and are tolerable of our 4 pups. I also know that if we were ever in a pinch we could go to them with anything. This is my sisters and me with them at an event at the MOA.

What are you thankful for?

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 12}

I'm Thankful {Day 12}

Saturday, November 12, 2011

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November 12th: I'm thankful for being an American.

Honor Our Military

Let’s honor our military,
The men and women who serve,
Whose dedication to our country
Does not falter, halt or swerve.

Let’s respect them for their courage;
They’re ready to do what’s right
To keep America safe,
So we can sleep better at night.

Let’s support and defend our soldiers,
Whose hardships are brutal and cruel,
Whose discipline we can’t imagine,
Who follow each order and rule.

Here’s to those who choose to be warriors
And their helpers good and true;
They’re fighting for American values;
They’re fighting for me and you.

By Joanna Fuchs

Thank you Veterans.

This was most appropriate for yesterday (Friday, 11/11 a/k/a Veteran's Day), but I had to dedicate the 11th to my Husband.

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 11}

I'm Thankful {Day 11}

Friday, November 11, 2011

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November 11th: I'm thankful for 5 years of wedded bliss. 5 years ago today I married my best friend and it has been quite the ride. We have survived: job changes (including a few times of unemployment), several moves (1 being out of state and back), family drama, growing our furry family from 2 dogs to 4, the unique birth of our little girl, and now the journey of parenthood. I couldn't imagine surviving this life with anyone else. Love you Babydoll!

Us on our wedding Day: 11/11/2006

Us now: 10/31/2011

I love our little family!

Leah

I'm Thankful {Day 10}

I'm Thankful {Day 10}

Thursday, November 10, 2011

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November 10th: I'm thankful for blogging, the blogs I follow and the great people I feel like I have come to know through the blogs. It is such a great outlet for me to not only write, but also read. As a new Mom, I love reading other mommy blogs. It is also a great way to memorialize different events in my life and also Hailey's life. I love looking back at past blogs and to see where we have come from and to know that many years down the road I can continue to do just that.

I'm Thankful {Days 8 & 9}

I'm Thankful {Days 8 & 9}

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

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November 8th: I'm thankful for my in-laws. I am fortunate to have such a great Mother in law and extended family on my Husband's side. Right now Kim watches Hailey for us almost everyday while she is laid off and I am grateful to her for that. Hailey is a lucky little girl to not only have one grandma, but two that love her so much.

{Me, BIL Andy, Green Grandma (Hailey's Great Green Grandma), Wayne, MIL Kim, Boyfriend Paul}

November 9th: I'm thankful for my girlfriends. I have a core group that I call my closest. I blog about them sometimes and a few of them have blogs as well. I'm thankful that many of them I have known for most of my life and now that we have grown older, gotten married and are starting families, we have continued our friendships through that. You know who you are! Love you all!

Leah

I'm Thankful {Days 5-7}

I'm Thankful {Days 5-7}

Monday, November 7, 2011

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November 5th: I'm thankful for my Mom. She is my best friend and I tell her everything! I couldn't have asked for a more supportive and loving Mother in my life.

November 6th: I'm thankful for my Dad. We've had our rough times, but he loves Hailey so much and as her only Grandpa in her life it is important to me to have him involved as much as possible. She always gives him big smiles and I know they will be best buds. He is always there to help us with anything to do with our house, which I am also grateful for.

November 7th: I'm thankful for my siblings. My brother is too smart for his own good and has the biggest heart ever.

My sister, Amie, is so good with Hailey. We've asked her to be Hailey's Godmother and my sister Kate is the most energetic, fun loving kid ever.

I see a little bit of myself in each of them and love them each dearly.

Leah

I'm Thankful {Days 1-4}

I'm Thankful {Days 1-4}

Friday, November 4, 2011

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I've been MIA for awhile in regards to posting, but I have seen this on a few of my friends blogs, etc. So I decided to participate...

November 1st: I am thankful for my babygirl...she is healthy and happy and makes everyday of my life worth living.

[How can that face not make you happy?]

November 2nd: I am thankful for my Husband...he is my partner in life and love, the best Daddy a kid and wife could ask for and is so supportive of me and loves me unconditionally.

[This picture makes my heart melt.]

November 3rd: I am thankful for my puppies...they are so excited to see me all the time, no matter what. And even though they are a handful sometimes, I wouldn't trade any of them for anything. I'm also thankful that they have been so good with Hailey, especially Tony. He loves her so much.

November 4th: I am thankful for my boss and job...she is just the greatest to work for and in this economy you can't get much better than that. I love what I do and am thankful that it provides me with an income to help provide for my family.

Leah

The Great Minnesota Get Together {2011}

The Great Minnesota Get Together {2011}

Thursday, October 27, 2011

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Friday, August 26, 2011

Today was family day at the MN State Fair. We were seeing Heart and Def Leppard at the Grandstand that night.

My friend Jenny was showing her dogs at the dog show. I had to go see them.

Smush the English Bulldog and Emma the French Bulldog.

Pretty good seats.

Me, my cousin Nicole and her Fiance Al

Me & my Dad

Heart

Def Leppard

Saturday, August 27, 2011

The State Fair is always a busy time of the year for the radio stations. It seems like Wayne is always working during those couple weeks. He was at the fair from 1p-4p this day. I decided to take Hailey and my sisters with me for the day. Big Time Rush (BTR) was making an appearance at the KDWB booth that afternoon before their concert at the Grandstand that night.

 

KDWB Merchandise Booth

Love.

Sisters and Aunts = Amie & Kate

Us with Jess

The crowd of girls waiting for BTR.

He brought Hailey up on the stage to meet everyone! AAhhhhh.

BTR shows up!

Hailey's first Meet 'n' Greet...Big Time Rush.

Saturday, September 3, 2011

Hailey and I met up with my friend, Jess, and some of her family at the State Fair again. Wayne was working from 12-7p. Here he is in the KDWB boom box.

Me & my Babe.

It was a great State Fair this year. I look forward to next year, when Hailey will be able to actually eat!!!

Leah