Thankful

My wonderful friend, Laci, encouraged her blog readers to post what they are thankful for on their blogs, so here it goes (thanks Lace). 

I am thankful for...

• Jesus.  His unconditional love, His grace, His forgiveness. What a joy to have a personal relationship with Him.
• Jonathan.  He is the best husband and dad!  I could not have prayed for a better life partner.
• Camden.  My sweet baby boy.  I don't know what I did without him.  He has added so much love and joy to my life.
• My parents.  They have been an incredible example of love as a mom and dad and husband and wife.  
• In-laws.  They are fabulous!  They have been so welcoming since day one.  I am grateful for their consistent love and support (this includes Jonathan's siblings too...and Sara, of course!) 
  
• Camden's grandparents.  This is a bit repetitive since I already said my parents and in-laws, but I am so thankful Camden has such loving grandparents that will play a huge role in his life.
• Family.  They are far (in CA and IA), but I cherish the times we've been together.
• Friends.  Those who have walked beside me for twenty-something years and those I have just met.  They have made me a better person.  
• Health.  I have been extremely blessed with a healthy body. I hope it continues for many years!
• Pregnancy.  I LOVED being pregnant and the outcome of pregnancy is even better!  I am thankful I had a healthy pregnancy, a safe delivery, and a healthy baby.
• Home.  We moved into our house in the nick of time!  It's great to own something.  We can paint!
• Education.  It was a privilege to go to college, especially on the beach! :)
• Massages.  Need I say more?  I love them!
• Technology.  I'm not savvy, but I love that I can keep in touch with those near and far through things like email and blogs.
• Colorado.  It has been an adventure.  We left our comfort zone in CA and started over here in CO--it has been great!
• Job.  Although I'm not ready to go back to it, I'm thankful to have one!  
• Laughter, the smell of rain, chocolate chip cookies, Starbucks, hugs, fall weather and leaves, the beach, snuggles, the smell of my baby boy, bonfires, vacations, my wedding day, shopping, In-n-Out, memories, and much more!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Snugglin' with dad

This is one of my favorite pics so far.  He's wide awake and comfy in dad's arms.  We see his eyes more often these days!  He sure is taking in the world around him...so fun to watch him grow and develop.  

Aunt Krista

Jonathan's step-sis, Krista, came to visit the three of us the day after Jeremy and Sara left. We were so thankful she was willing to make the trip out and it was great having her here. She was nice enough to help us with meals and was more than willing to hold Camden at any time. :)  She also hooked the little man up with shoes, boots, a blanket, and lots of cute clothes.  Thanks for everything, Krista!  Come back soon! 

Uncle Jer and Aunt Sar

Camden had more visitors!  Uncle Jeremy and Aunt Sara stopped by on their way back from Nashville (where they will be moving next month!).  We were super happy to have them here...even though it was only for one night.  Cam loved the back rubs from Aunt Sara and had fun throwing his head around for Uncle Jeremy!  It was so fun to see them love on our little guy.  Thanks again for coming guys.  

Wide awake to spend time with his aunt and uncle

The bros and the little man.  Uncle Jer promised to buy Camden his first guitar---we won't hold him to it, but we would love for him to teach Cam how to play

Grandpa and Grandma Bentley

Grandpa and Grandma Bentley came to visit us last week.  It was great to have them here to meet Camden.  He loved cozying up and sleeping on them.  You can tell they are excited to be grandparents (we are excited Camden has them as grandparents). They even watched the little guy so Jonathan and I could go on a date.  Thanks for coming you two.  Visit again soon!  We love you!

Off to our dinner date

Camden is so excited to be in Grandpa and Grandma's arms that he's making a taco tongue!  

We have a 1 month old folks!

Everyone says it goes fast and they are not kidding!  As of November 3, our little man is a month old!  We cannot believe it! He is amazing and changing by the minute...or so it seems!  We are in love.  Holding, snuggling, kissing, singing, talking, walking, swaying, tickling---we love it all!  

Spending some quality time with daddy (and showing you that he does have eyes!  They get really big sometimes too---so cute)

Spending some quality time with his bear (another one with the eyes open---he's getting good at that)

Happy birthday, Sara!

Happy birthday to our fabulous sis-in-law!  We hope you have a wonderful 30th birthday!  We are so thankful for you and how much you have blessed our lives.  So excited to see you in a few days!