With all of the hustle and bustle that the holiday season brings, it’s easy to forget how thankful we should be for the things we have, and the people we share them with.
As 2015 draws to a close, why not take a moment to reflect on the positive things, people and experiences we’ve had throughout the last 12 months.
With that I say, THANK YOU:
- Husband/Boyfriend/Significant Other: for being my biggest cheerleader when I need it most. For loving me through the good times and bad. For supporting our family and working hard everyday. I don’t say it enough, but know that I feel blessed to have you in my life.
- Mom/Dad/Grandma/Grandpa/: for loving and supporting me no matter what. For always encouraging me to try new things and give it my best shot. For reminding me that being a mom is a job, and the best one I will ever have. For the days and nights when you’re my free babysitter, and for giving the little one that extra piece of candy because, Lord knows, one little bite won’t hurt.
- Sibling: for growing closer the older we get. For playing an active role in your nephew/niece’s life and letting them know how important siblings are for each other. For knowing when to chime in during a family disagreement, and taking my side when needed. For dropping anything at anytime in order to help me out.
- Best Friend: for being my therapist and listening to my problems whether it’s the first or 15th time you’ve heard me complain about said topic. For finishing my sentences and putting me in my place when I need to be brought back down to Earth. For always having my back and making me laugh when I don’t want to. For being that shoulder to cry on when I need a hug.
- Co-Workers: for being my family away from home. For making me laugh when I’m on deadline and remembering that there is more to life than “work.” For encouraging me to be a better version of myself everyday, and striving to be the best teammate I can be day-in and day-out.
- Daycare Staff: for taking care of my child like he is your own. For following through with proper discipline and rewarding good behavior. For reminding me that being a working mom is okay and that I’m doing the best I can with what I’ve got.
- Teacher: for teaching my child that it takes hard work and dedication to become successful. For always being that selfless leader I’ve always looked up to. For not letting the politics get in the way of your job, and continuing to put my child first.
- Detroit Moms Blog Contributors: for always supporting one another in any capacity inside or outside of this blog. For being a positive group of role models and for teaching me new things everyday.
- Detroit Moms Blog Readers: for following along with our lives, families and stories. For continuing to support a group of local women just hoping to help someone that can relate to what we’re going through.
- God: for knowing what is best for me. For always knowing that something will work out in the end and pushing me to my limits in order to reach those great heights. For bringing all of these wonderful people into my life.
I challenge you to take just a moment out of your day to send the people you love, admire or are truly thankful for a quick phone call, text or email letting them know how much you care for them.
Don’t forget… there is always, ALWAYS something to be thankful for.
Beautifully written, Aubrey! Well said – it’s a wonderful time to take a moment and think of all of the people who made this year possible, who helped us and cheered us on when we needed it most – and thank them. I’m thankful for our friendship – you inspire me in so many ways and I’m always happy to see when you have a new post or photo of sweet Holden!