what a week! and feeling blessed

 Can we talk a minute about how incredibly lucky and blessed I feel? And no this isn't a bragging post by any means. I am just feeling so overwhelmingly loved and blessed by God. Today while I was walking Chloe it hit me. I know that I can complain too much and that I don't always live in the moment. I'm not the best at seeing the best of things, I sometimes (maybe more than sometimes) dwell on the negative. So in trying to change that, but also just feeling such an awe of how well I'm being taken care of, I decided to make a thankful post. There are so many things I have to be thankful for. And so many people that I have to thank for making me feel so blessed and loved.

First off, I am so thankful to have a Lord and Savior who loves me more than I deserve. Who watches over me and takes care of my every little need. 

For my amazing parents. My mom has the biggest heart and I love her for always going above and beyond for everyone around her. And my stepdad is just awesome. He can cook like no other. He is always willing to do anything he can for me and my mom. And he's amazing at lowering deals (especially for cars!!).

My super cute, funny, and handsome boyfriend. My best friend. My better half. The man who tries to always take care of me and love me. I am so lucky to have found him. 

My super cute pup. Who makes me smile every time I'm around her. Even if she is bad sometimes, she is a puppy..... and she's added so much love to our home.

For my amazing girl friends. I have so such a great couple groups of them. And I treasure our Monday night girls nights to see a lot of them. They are some of the best friends a girl could ask for. And the sweetest too. Thank God I've met them!!!

That I finally have the job I've always wanted. And that I'm where God wants me to be. Living in His purpose and for His purpose is the most amazing feeling, even if it isn't always easy.

Amazing coworkers who make my job so much better. That ask how I am (and care), that surprise me with little things to make my day better and who are just truly great people!!

Family and friends all over the globe that love me, care about me, challenge me. Whether they are blood related or love related, known in real life, or online buddies, I'm so blessed to know all of you in some sort of way.

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And now here are some pictures from the past week that have made me smile.

 

 

 Hope yall have a wonderful week!!
God bless!!!
-kel

thankful list

photo found on pinterest

I am thankful for.....

my Savior, who died for me

my amazing mom, who would do anything for me

my dad, who taught me so much in our short time together

my boyfriend who is always trying to take care of me

my stepdad who always give his all

my soulmate Leigh, who loves me and gets me through all my craziness

for my amazing friend Jen, who is always there for me when I need it

for my sweet friend Erica, who reminds me how to be a good friend 

for my sister, who shares more with me than just blood

for my nieces and nephew, who always make me smile

my aunts, uncles, and cousins whom I'm so glad I've gotten close to again

for my friend Sarah, who is probably one of the sweetest women I've ever known

my friend Ashely, who gives me new addictions (Vampire Diaries) and is always there for me 

for my oldest friend, Kim, who has been my friend through the crappiest and best of times

my Riverside family, who not only gave me a job last year, but made me feel like i was home

the girlfriends at Riverside who I still consider to be some of my dearest friends and are there for me

my previous attorney bosses, who have always believed in me and gave me an undeserving job

 a roof over my head

my former church family that supported me

 my former youth kids, whom I love more than they know and who taught me so much

Steven's friends who have always welcomed me into their group

 my sweet car that may be getting older, but at least still takes me from point a to b

 my blogger friends, whom I'm so grateful to know

 my teaching job

having today off

my college education

all of my roommates, past and present that I've been fortune to find

the new friends I've made from school, who have made me feel so much more at ease

coffee

girls nights, that keep me sane

my guy friends who have taught me oh so much

 all of my new and old friends, that always remind me of who I am

my Pensacola family, who is the most loving group of people I've known

my Ft. Lauderdale family who stuck by my side through the worst of times

my Alabama family, who love me and my mom no matter what

my 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers that made me want to choose this path

the study abroad trip that gave me wonderful experiences and amazing friendships

 the country I live in, despite all it's faults

the women and men who have died to make this country what it is

living in Florida- a gorgeous state

my first class, who still love me and write me notes

my current students who can be so sweet and caring

parents that care about their kids, my students and work with me to help them

coworkers that go out of their way for me

blogging, which always keeps me inspired

my pup, Aubre who always is so excited to see me

my past pups, Buttons and Coco who made me fall in love with dogs

that there are people out there that try to help each other, just because they want to

for my oh-so wonderful soft bed

my dad's love of history that somehow got passed onto me

the Bible, that continuously reminds me of God's love for me

the sunshine, that brightens up my day

a working ac

and a working heater

money in my account (even if it's not much)

helpful staff at the hospital that have been trying to help

doctors that are helpful and try to solve medical mysteries

comedies that make me laugh and cheer me up

pictures that help keep memories alive

my own classroom

my friend Joe, who has helped me tremendously in teaching

the upcoming Thanksgiving break that I have off from school and can visit family

books

technology

Starbucks, even if it is overpriced

shopping trips with girl friends

dresses

contacts

glasses

food

wine

gps that helps me always know where I'm going

cupcakes

the opportunities to travel

air fresheners that help my classroom not smell like complete crap

target and it's dollar section

fro yo samples

hair straighteners

makeup

forgiveness

love

the past 

the present

and the future

-kellie