Ken took off Wednesday, so we were able to get the house (mostly) clean that day and several of the dishes prepared. On Thanksgiving we finished cleaning just in the nick of time. I sent the kids out "go welcome Grandma and Grandpa" as I cleaned the last spot. Our garage is even clean - well not "eat off the floor" clean, but both cars fit in the garage and everything else has been organized to fit better for the winter.
I loved the lack of a schedule for the weekend and the hours that could just be filled with togetherness (of either the playful or cleaning variety :)
The kids (and Ken) did a lot of puzzling this weekend. Originally we brought the Wolf puzzle out because Joel needed an activity, but as soon as we opened the box we realized that it was a bit tough. The other kids and Ken jumped in to help and it was done in less than 24 hours.
I am thankful for:
MY FAMILY - immediate and extended! It was so nice to have so much time together without having to rush here and there this weekend. It was great that my parents could make the drive to share some time with us.
OUR JOBS - I am thankful that Ken and I can both work at jobs we find fulfilling and that pay the bills.
OUR HOME - despite a few warts (windows that will eventually need to be replaced and a few spots of siding in need of repair), we love our home and its location. I especially like that many of its usual "door closed" areas (laundry room and office) are now neat and organized.
OUR FRIENDS - Those far and near add meaning and joy to our lives.
OUR CHURCH - I am glad that we have found such an active and spiritually fulfilling place to belong. Especially one that adds so much to the category just above!
Hurray for gratitude and good family visits. (I'm hoping the organizing fairy will stop here too. Will you put in a good word for me?)
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