You Don't Realize...

All the things you take for granted when you can just roam around and do what you need/want to do whenever you want. Take a moment and just walk outside for a few minutes and take in your surroundings. Be thankful for the sun on your face, the breeze through your hair, the birds chirping and even those dogs barking! I have taken that for granted. Now, as my husband, son, dog and brother and sister-in-law go for a walk, I realize I miss it. I'm so very thankful this is only temporary. Remind yourself from time to time to be grateful for the little things. You don't know when you might get it taken away (temporarily or permanently) from you.

My dad is having a very slow recovery from his surgery on Monday. He finally got discharged on Wednesday. He is still in a lot of pain and has to sleep in a chair at night. I pray for his continued healing and for his strength to continue to return.

My family is at my grandpa's visitation right now. It's still hard to know I can't be there to see him one more time, to be there for my mom and to say good-bye. Although, I do feel at peace that I will see him again one day.

We're doing fine. I get to start working part time from home on Monday. I am looking forward to that. It will keep my mind occupied and make the days go a little faster. It's definitely nice having company this weekend. Can't wait until Jonathan's parents come in two weeks, as they are helping with some painting and Elliott is moving to his new room!

Have a great rest of the weekend. Take care and God Bless.