Reasons why I am blessed:

1.  I have an amazing husband who has stuck by me through the hardest of times.  He is the best father a child could ask for and he treats me better than I deserve.

2.  My son...enough said.  He fills me with more joy than I thought I could know.

3.  My home.  Sure, it's nothing special, but it's clean, warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and simply...it's home.

4.  I have a job that pays the bills (most of the time haha!)

5.  My family in large.  From my parents to my sister to my in-laws, I could not have better.  They are some of my best friends and I can't imagine life without them.

6.  My country.  I'm free.

7.  My friends.   I have met some incredible people over the years.  Some in passing, some long-time friends. They have all taught me something and helped mold who I am.

Other things that bring me joy:

the smell of fresh air

the beauty of the mountains

taking pictures

listening to my son laugh

reading books

listening to the ocean

eating ice cream and cake :)

the colors of fall

traveling

fresh vegetables!

I have to remind myself to look at life through the eyes of a child sometimes.  They are so carefree and just enjoy what is put in front of them.  I see it everyday in Brayden.