thankful

thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. i love this time of year to reflect on what blessings i have been afforded.

i have SO MANY THINGS to be thankful for. but i am especially grateful this year for one mr darren mower.

i found out last night from his dad that for the past 7 years, he has kept cash on him through out the season to give to those he came in contact with that could use help. my heart literally burst as i was told of my husbands goodness. who is this man i married? how did i marry so far above me?

my favorite thing about all this-he has never told anyone! he was with his dad one christmas eve running last minute errands-darren snuck away while his dad was finishing up with a purchase and happened upon his generosity.

i learn things about darren every day that i love. but today i love his huge heart and that he is mine.

blessed.

tender, tender weekend. i do not know how to express my admiration and love for my curtis family. a few weeks ago the day before and of my grandpa's funeral, it was my curtis family who came and washed windows, cleaned chairs, clean our yard, and offer support as we hosted a dinner at my mom's after the funeral. there is not a better bunch of people than this family.

i am grateful today for many things. especially the legacy of aunt robyn. a woman of character and faith.

all morning i have been thinking of a story told about aunt robyn at her funeral: her daughter came home from school crying, boys had followed her home and thrown rocks at her. robyn bandaged her up, found chocolate suckers and took her daughter down the street to offer treats to these boys. robyn taught and LIVED to give better than received. i want this legacy and know i can do better.

speaking of receiving better than giving, my sweet husband-who made it possible for me to travel to denver by taking my clients, arranging showings with other clients, tending my dog and helping me to get out the door-had 2 dozen, GORGEOUS, fragrant red roses waiting on our kitchen counter when i walked in the door.

i am blessed.