Thankful Thursday

I've always been really thankful for what I have and I do have a lot to be thankful for. Those thankful feelings are magnified around the holidays and I think that it's important to acknowledge what I'm thankful for.

My family- My family is always there for me, no matter what. They are loving, passionate, caring and thoughtful people and I am so blessed to have them in my life. I've always felt lucky to be a part of this family and I know that I always will. I love my family more than anything in the world and couldn't imagine my life without them. I am so thankful to know them and to have had them to teach me about life, the real world, the true meaning of family and myself.

My husband- Kris and I have had a crazy 5 years together (2 years married) and I can't believe that it's been that long. Time has flown by and I couldn't imagine spending my life with anyone else. We have a special bond that I've never felt with anyone else. He makes me feel loved and special. I'm so thankful that we found each other and that we've made the commitment to spend our lives together. I welcome whatever adventures find us in the future.

Kelsey- Kelsey and I have a friendship that is stronger than any friendship I've ever had. Even though she moved away, she is still my closest friend and our friendship is stronger than ever. She always finds a way to push me out of my comfort zone and makes me feel better about myself. I'm a better person for knowing her and she's absolutely irreplaceable in my life.

This is only a small glimpse into what I'm thankful for. I'm saving the rest for upcoming posts! Until then, happy Thankful Thursday!

What are you thankful for?

-Chelsea

Impatience

Something that I've struggled with my whole life has been impatience. I hate waiting for anything and it drives me nuts. I think it's because I'm the literal definition of a control freak. I like it better when I do things myself and I don't have to wait for them.

So ever since Kris has joined the service, all I can think about is where he is going to get stationed. It is literally all I can think about because it's so important. Where am I going to spend the next few years of my life? Where am I going to get my next job? How far away from my family am I going to be?

Kris has been curious too but he is much more laid back than I am, so it doesn't bother him as much. We know where we want to go and every day, I feel bad when I ask him if he's found out yet.

So what I'm trying to say is that I know that this impatience isn't helping me and it's finally time for me to come to terms with things that I cannot control. Even though it's hard for me.

-Chelsea

Kristopher's Homecoming

As you all probably know by now, my husband is in the army. Since he's joined, we've been separated for 7 1/2 months. But a few months ago, he called me to tell me that he was allowed to come home for Christmas for 12 days.

You can imagine my excitement! So when the homecoming day was coming closer and closer, I became busier and busier! I wanted everything to be perfect when he came home and I wanted to make sure that I didn't forget to get anything done. I was definitely stressed out but it was all worth it, of course.

So the day before his expected homecoming, I was going crazy. Actually, that's a big understatement. I was going absolutely bananas with excitement but no matter what I did, time seemed to stand still. But then my mother came home early from work, which she never does. She said that she wasn't feeling well, so her boss let her leave early. I didn't have any reason not to believe her.

My sister got home from school not long after that and she was hanging out in our front yard. I heard a knock on the door and my mother told me that she thought Kelly forgot her key and locked herself out. I walked downstairs, opened the door, looked out and didn't see anybody.

Then, Kristopher comes out of hiding and I went crazy! I started screaming and I jumped into his arms! He came home a day earlier than he told me he would and my family had been in on the surprise! My mother came home early and got me ready. (I thought it was weird that she wanted to do my hair and makeup at 3 p.m.?) My dad picked Kris up at the airport and my sister helped plan the surprise. So a few little white lies were told but I think that I'll forgive my family. :)

It meant a lot to me that my family had been so involved in his surprise and I cannot tell you how many emotions I was feeling as I was finally holding him in my arms again. It was an amazing experience to have our first Christmas and New Year together as a married couple and I wouldn't trade that for anything. These past 12 days have been the fastest days of my life and he went back to work yesterday. I cried a lot and I'm sure that I'll be crying a lot more over these next few months but it's not a goodbye, it's a "see you soon."

I hope that everyone had a safe and happy New Year!

-Chelsea

Feeling Thankful

Of course, you guys all know that Thanksgiving is upon us! It's just three days away and I'm so ready for everything, and by everything, I mean yummy food!

But Thanksgiving is always a reflective time, when people really sit down and think about what it is in life that they're grateful for. And as a person who follows quite a few blogs, I've been seeing a lot of new posts about it. So, in the Thanksgiving/blogging spirit, I figured that I'd do one myself!

What am I thankful for? 

1. My family- Of course, right? I love them to pieces and I'm very thankful for the blessed life that I've had with them. I'm also thankful that Kristopher is now officially a part of my family.

2. My health- When teams of doctors tell you that you'll be sick for the rest of your life and then a medical miracle happens, which results in you getting your health back, you learn to really appreciate your health.

3. Coffee- I seriously don't know how I'd function in life without this stuff.

4. Disney trips- They help me forget about how lonely I feel while Kristopher is away and allow me to create lasting memories with my family before I move. I'm also pretty thankful for the smiles that they leave on my face every single time I go.

5. Blogger- I am so grateful that I get to share my thoughts and experiences with the world via Blogger. And it's free, which I LOVE! Blogging is my new favorite hobby!

6. Books- There is nothing like curling up with a good book, some coffee and some imagination. It's my favorite relaxation technique. I'm also thankful that I get to write my own books.

7. Army life- Although it's the hardest thing that I've ever had to go through, I am so thankful that I'm an army wife. And I'm so grateful that one day I'll be able to be a part of the wonderful adventure that is army life.

I am thankful for everything in my life but if I listed it all, I'd be here all day!

What are you all thankful for?

-Chelsea

Blog Challenge, Day 5: 5 Things That Make Me Happy

I have so much to be grateful for in my life. I've always said that I'm a very blessed person and I've always meant it. I never take anything for granted because I know just how valuable everything in my life is. Now course, I have had some hardships in my life but I feel like the good outweighs the bad. With that said, here is a glimpse into my happiness. :)

1. I have Kristopher-





















2. I have my family-

3.- I love being an army wife-

4. I love my newfound confidence-


5. I have my health-


Let me know what makes you guys happy! I'll see you tomorrow!

-Chelsea