day 2 through 4

Well, doing this every day is difficult.. so here is day 2 through 4..

Day 2: Patrick.

Who would have thought that taking a study break to go to a cookout with a fraternity where I only knew one person would turn out so great. Had you told me that afternoon that I was about to make a life changing decision, I would have laughed at you and gone about my day. If you've ever heard our story, you can't help but laugh because it portrays our personalities perfectly. He was laying it on thick, and I could care less. But now, I cant say that I blame him... I mean come on, I'm a catch. Only kidding.

In all seriousness, I cannot imagine life without his crazy, sometimes obnoxious, demeanor. We drive each other crazy, make each other laugh, and most importantly, we get each other through each day. I love this boy, and for all that we have been through... we still stand pretty strong.



DAY 3...

Family.

I am so thankful for my family. My crazy, wonderful, beautiful family. I have never felt more support and love than when I talk to them. I am so blessed to be a part of such a loving group of people. They are my rock.

Day 4...

Life.
I was unsure of what I would write about today, I had a lot of things in mind from specific people to random things. But... I think I will save those for later days this month. I was on my way to BG and a funeral procession pulled out in front of me. SO, according to the Southern way.. I pulled over (which Pat had no idea of until he met me- you're welcome) I just cried as I saw all the cars follow the hearse. It was awful. My first thought was why the heck am I crying right now (which to most of you this is no surprise)... Then I began thinking. I'm thankful for life.. just that. That I able to spend time with my family and close friends. I am able to be immensely stressed about school. All the little things that seem like too much sometimes, I am thankful for those.

November: A Month of Thanks

As November has arrived, I've decided to blog every day something I am thankful for. It's not only a challenge to appreciate something daily, but also to take time and really bask in the many blessings that I've been given.

Without further rambling, the first day will be an ode to my parents.

Not many parents would be likely  to pay for college for 5 years, or put up with my OCD nonsense... But my parents are just that. Absolutely supportive. I am so grateful for all they have done in order for me to have the life I have. It never ceases to amaze me that they built a successful company from the ground up, and continue with that company 16 years later. Every decision they have made was made with my best interest at heart.

They are crazy. Absolutely nuts. But they are mine. And I couldn't ask for two better people to raise me. There have been times where I thought one of us was going to have to go, but after much angst of teenage years... I've come to realize that they are right. They actually did know what they were doing. They set rules and boundaries for a reason. So, as I look back at my 9:00 curfew.. I can laugh and know why I want to go to bed so early now. Oh good one, guys. Good one.

So here's to you two, THANK YOU.. I love you more than words will ever describe.

Love,
Your spitting image and pain in your side.