Friday, November 26, 2010

100 things I'm thankful for....2010 edition

So, I've seen a lot of friends post their 100 or 50 things they're thankful for. I thought I'd give it a go.

100 things I'm thankful for:
1. The revival service I attended at 16 where I chose to let Christ into my heart....and just a few months later was baptized.
2. My amazing husband, Matt. He is my best friend. He's more than I ever imagined a husband and best friend could be. He's the only person that I can't stay mad at....that says a lot! :)He's my prince charming.
3. The 27 years I had with my mom. She was my best friend and helped me through some really hard times. She was the strongest woman I've ever known. Her life was cut short,but I learned so much from her. I'm just thankful I can call her Mom. She taught me everything I'll need to know when I become a Mom...one day....
4. My family. They are crazy, but they are blood! :) I love them dearly. Matt's family also fits into this one. I have GREAT in-laws! They feel like blood-family!
5. My high-energy, always going puppy, Molson. He loves unconditionally and keeps us laughing....and chasing after him. Like this morning when he found my bra and ran around the bedroom (and under the bed) with it in his mouth! :)
6. My best friend, Della. She's helped me through some hard times. Although she's in Virginia now and it's harder to see each other, she's still my bestest!
7. My job as a teacher. I love touching the lives of those 5 and 6 year olds. I love watching them grow as learners and as children. There are few jobs more rewarding.
8. My house. It's perfect for us. It's low-maintenance and so charming. We can't wait to begin our family in it. :)
9. My health. OK...so the last few months haven't been the best...but I recovered! I'm thankful for a body that can recover.
10. My car....it runs. It gets me from point A to point B.
11. My assistant, Ria. She's the best! She brings new ideas to the classroom, has a ton of patience with the kiddos, and (best of all) she brings in treats she's cooked a lot!
12. Our roommate, Ashley. She's great with Molson, and she's fun to hang out with! She also cooks, and helps us save money by living with us! :)
13. Running. When I can actually make time for it, I really enjoy it. It's "my time."
14. My iPod....which makes #13 much more enjoyable.
15. Key West.....where I married the love of my life.
16. Any beach. Seriously! I love the beach!
17. Charleston--for many reasons--but mostly because it's an AWESOME city.
18. My boots. I have like 12 pairs of boots! Love them!
19. My Chi. It helps me have not-so-crazy-woman-hair.
20. A TV in the kitchen. It's awesome to have as I'm cooking dinner or getting ready in the morning.
21. My mom's cooking abilities. I LOVE to cook and bake. I'm so fortunate to have inherited her ability to cook/bake. I enjoy making dinner for my family and serving them a dessert.
22. My camera. I love taking photos!
23. XM radio...it keeps me sane on road trips!
24. Facebook. I love that I can reconnect with people, and keep in touch with Mark, Dali, and Emilia in Germany.
25. Gamecock football--finally SEC East Champs! :) Enough said.
26. Gamecock baseball--NATIONAL CHAMPS!
27. The Bills for being so bad this year. They'll have a great draft pick!
28. My phone. It's helped me do lots! Gotta love the Droid!
29. Our backyard/patio. We've had many great nights spent around the firepit...and many afternoons playing Frisbee with Molson. I can't wait until we get to play with our children in the backyard.
30. The mountains. Our annual trip to the mountains in the Fall is always fun. This year, we went to Grandfather Mountain with Molson. He enjoyed (not really) the mile-high swinging bridge!
31. Blackout curtains. I can't sleep if it's light in my room.
31. Air fresheners...I'm all about smelling good! My house must smell good, too.
32. Christmas decorations. They make me happy!
33. Christmas music....also makes me happy!
34. Starbucks
35. A good glass of red wine...or two....
36. Friends I don't really see anymore, but still love: Victoria, Sherrie, Emily...
37. Magazines. I have like 8 subscriptions. I really love them!
38. Reading books on my Kindle app on my phone.
39. Nicholas Sparks. See #38.
40. Tennis. As much as I hate it takes Matt away from me, he really enjoys it so I am thankful it makes him happy. Plus, he's a great coach.
41. Christmas in NY. Yes, it's bitter cold and snowy...but isn't that what Christmas should be?? Not 80 like it is in SC.
42. Family vacations.
43. Dog parks....when mean dogs aren't there.
44. Netflix.
45. SouthPark Mall in Charlotte.
46. Chocolate milk.
47. Palm trees.
48. Aloe plants in the kitchen for when I burn my finger(s).
49. Heated seats in the car.
50. Squeaky toys that keep Molson entertained.
51. Naps.
52. Napping AND cuddling.
53. Comfy socks (the fuzzy kind).
54. Chick-fil-A.
55. Taco Bell.
56. My mom's recipe box.
57. When Matt does the dishes. :)
58. Good neighbors! We are lucky to have that!
59. Old Navy and Target being so close to my house
60. Sleeping in....when Molson lets us.
61. Making a fire in the fireplace...and sitting in front of it with Matt.
62. Nights out in Uptown.
63. Howl at the Moon. (goes with #62)
64. Fantasy football leagues.
65. Having interns from Winthrop. I love their passion for teaching and how excited they are to be in the classroom. :)
66. Our "spare cash" jar....for just in case....
67. Savings accounts.
68. Not having many bills to pay. :)
69. Field trips. They are exhausting, but fun! And we get to wear jeans. :)
70. Smiley faces. :)
71. Mexican food.
72. Chocolate.
73. Pillows.
74. Dentists and doctors. Even though I don't really like going to either.
75. Plays and musicals. I get lost in them for the hour or two I'm watching. :) Love it.
76. The stain remover that came with our couch. It cleans carpet, too! Thank goodness!
77. Sweat pants and hoodies.
78. Our storage unit. God knows we need that thing!
79. The lake nearby....Molson loves it!
80. The annual Christmas Bunco party....it's coming up!
81. Peanut Butter.
82. Summer break!
83. Fireworks
84. Hair color and my stylist who applies it and makes me look beautiful!
85. New Year's!
86. Vegas
87. birthdays
88. HGTV
89. Shutterfly
90. the excitement and anticipation on the first day of school
91. COUPONS
92. Pampered Chef items
93. sunsets
94. Reggae
95. the couch
96. diamonds :)
97. rainy days
98. DVR...when my husband doesn't accidentally erase everything on it!
99. warm North Face fleece jackets
100. having snowball fights in the freezing cold with my hubby

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