Happy Thanksgiving!!

Even though this was the last Thanksgiving that I'll be able to load up on second helpings of my grandma's delicious cooking, I found myself feeling beyond blessed. Looking around at my wonderful grandparents, my mom and my little cousin, I couldn't help but think of what I'm truly thankful for.

I'm thankful for being raised in a loving, Christian family that taught me the values and teachings of Jesus. I'm nowhere near perfect, but I'm thankful everyday for my relationship with God and the blessings he's bestowed upon my life. 

I'm thankful for my mother, Bonita, and the mentor, confidant and friend that she's always been. We've been through many things together and I know that she would walk through fire for me and I'd do the same in return! 

I'm thankful for my amazing, God-fearing Papaw that, I'm pretty sure, hung the moon and stars. Listing to him tell the stories of his childhood today was completely awe-inspiring. He spoke about having no electricity or indoor plumbing to take a bath. Can you imagine taking a bath with a bucket of warm water or waking up in the night to find frost on your covers because the house didn't have heat? There are so many things that I take for granted and I'm grateful to have him in my life. 

Lastly, I'm thankful for my health that, in spite of my weight, has remained good. While my blood pressure, sugar and blood work remain normal, I know that it will eventually change if I remain at this size. In conclusion, I'm thankful for the technology available to help me begin the journey to better health!

Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless!