Being Thankful

Jacob has a cold. I had hoped to keep him healthy for at least a couple of months but I came down with a sore throat and sniffles on tuesday night so I suppose it was only a matter of time before he caught it. Poor baby. I called his pediatrician to arm myself with some much needed advice before heading into the weekend but was informed that we really can't give him any medicine: only vicks vapor rub and a humidifier to ease the congestion and of course, we will be monitoring his temperature.

It's still hard to believe that Jacob's finally here. When I go to sleep every night and when I wake up every morning, he's the first person I think about. He's all I can think about these days. (I hope all of you can hang in with me and resist un-following me to get away from the constant "Jacob babble.") I just can't help it - he's so easy to fall in love with, with his big brown eyes, chubby cheeks and button nose. He's smiling more and more every day and my favorite thing this week has been when he falls asleep with his head on my shoulder, his body all curled up like a ball. This must be what pure joy feels like.

The cozy recliner we bought for his room has finally arrived - we plan to pick it up from Babies R Us this weekend. I'm really looking forward to the time Jacob and I will spend in it, rocking and reading to him just before bed time. I hope to grow his book collection for just this reason. I loved reading as a child and still do to this day. It's sort of a passion of mine that started very early for me so I'd love to pass it on to him.

Thanksgiving is less than a week away and I'm looking forward to spending time with family. This year I have SO much to be thankful for, I almost feel guilty because I really couldn't ask for anything more. I've got the guy, the house and now the beautiful baby boy. Even still, it's impossible for me to forget about those who are still struggling to conceive. I continue to pray that their dream of being a mom will come true very, very soon. 

Christmas will be here before we know it. I keep pondering the idea of decking the halls for Jacob's first christmas but the task is not an easy one. It typically takes me a full day so the idea of doing it all in one day this year is nearly impossible. So the question is, do I brave the feat and do it over a couple of days while he naps? or just forego the decking of the halls altogether this year? I'm still not sure but will need to make a decision soon to make it worthwhile. There's nothing worse than feeling as though you had just put the decoration up only to take them all down.

Only one thing will be missing this holiday season and that is my mom's presence. As some of you may already know, she lives in Utah but it's times like these when I wish she still lived in California. Truth be told, I am (secretly) hoping her hubby will give in and send her to California for a few days even if it is just before or after Christmas but I'm also preparing myself in case it doesn't happen.

Well, I guess I am done rambling for one day. I leave you all with my thankful list for 2011 and if I don't post again before then, I want to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving and as always, thank you for listening (reading)!

This year, I am thankful for:

1. My husband - An amazing provider who also happens to be my very best friend
2. My baby boy - you are truly a miracle and I couldn't imagine loving you any more than I already do!
3. My mom - for giving us so many wonderful family traditions that I look forward to sharing with Jacob
4. My family - for your love, encouragment and support

5. My friends - for the laughter and joyful memories
6. My fellow blogger friends - for inspiring me never to give up and to always hold on to hope!
7. My cats - because they bring us so much joy
8. My home - of twelve years that is filled to the brim with love, warmth and great memories

9. My job - because it allows me to be me: organized, creative, crafty and a little bit of a control freak!
10. EDD - because without it, I wouldn't be able to stay home with Jacob until January 3rd!
  

Enjoy the Weekend! 

Missy