Thankful Tuesday's

Since starting this new series, each week I am forced to really think about what I am thankful for in my life. While some weeks are easy, I have to admit, sometimes I feel like I am really scrapping the bottom of the barrel to write about something!! I know it's a shame, but it's true. I often forget to be thankful for even the smallest of things!!

So today, I am thankful for my mother-in-law (guess I am following a "family theme" lately!!). Just like our grandpa, she lives walking distance from us (I told you we lived on a family compound!!). And because of that, Lilly is able to spend a lot of time with her. Jackie, my mo-in-law, has always been really helpful and has been my personal babysitter from day one! Yesterday she came by and took Lilly home with her for a nap (which she has never done, but I wasn't objecting). Having just 3 hours of free time enabled me to get so much done!!! And then today she watched Lilly while I went for my annual maternity check-up (and we all know how much fun those 5 minute visits are!!). The nicest part, though, was that she also watched her while I got a pedicure...something I haven't done since November and can I tell you, my poor feet REALLY needed it!!

So yes, I realize that I am spoiled by Jackie and I truly appreciate it!! And I know I don't tell her enough, so I guess I better let her know about this post!!! And by the way, she's kinda hard of hearing and thinks that I post on a "blob"!!!!