So blessed.....

As I mentioned in a previous post - I have been blessed beyond measure (more than I deserve!!)

• I mentioned the makeovers of my master bedroom and living room that were done while I was in the hospital.  What would have normally taken two weeks to do was completed in 3 1/2 days!  I love every detail that went into the makeover.  

• For the first week I was home after being discharged from the hospital - my in-laws stayed here to help with the household chores (laundry, cooking, cleaning) and grandparental duties of two teenage boys (um, excuse me - young men) - things I was not quite capable of just yet (still don't feel capable, but you gotta do whatcha gotta do!)  

• My generous neighbors prepared meals for us.  We did not even have to think about cooking for almost two weeks.  Jenni coordinated who, what, when.  Her hard work and caring attitude is so appreciated.  It is so nice to live in a neighborhood where every one looks out for each other. If you are not friends with your neighbors - all it takes is a wave as you are passing by or a simple smile to generate the closeness of a community.  

• I have had visits from friends from years ago stop by to spend some time with me and eat lunch together, laugh and reminisce.  The time spent together is a new start to old friendships.  (Why do we allow time get in the way of ordinary life that causes you to lose touch with each other?  Not fair.  I know that I am the Worlds Worst at being the one to initiate communication after time has passed so please forgive me.).  

• Family members that I do not have the opportunity to see that often even made a 3+ hour drive over to see me - Lorri, Austyn, Daniel, baby Lenox.  My dad who is a pilot and lives in a different country was home on vacation  - drove over to see me as well.  What a special time with special family!! I know that they could not be here while I was in the hospital, but I know without a doubt - all of them were with me in heart. Treasure your family and stay in touch no matter the distance!  Life is too short.......

There are so many other blessings I have received whether it is a text, unexpected phone call, e-mail, FB post, card, flowers, food, driving me to the store or an appointment  - whatever!!  I have some pretty special people in my life.... too many names to mention.  Never fails - there is always a different person who blesses me throughout my day and keeps a smile on my face!!  

From the bottom of my heart - to my family and friends - I THANK YOU and I am SO GRATEFUL!