Sometimes you just have "one of those days," or in my case one of those weeks. I'll admit it- last week I just wanted to sit and feel sorry for myself. I had my reasons, but those things are always there and really aren't good reasons. I usually just need to remind myself of all the reasons I have to be thankful, and I quickly realize how pathetic it is to feel sorry for myself. But last week, I didn't want to do it anymore. I gave in.I really wanted to go to Iowa over the weekend, but to reiterate my mood, some winter weather made it seem like that wasn't going to happen. Ahmed and I decided to risk it and go anyways, and I am so glad we did. We had pretty good roads both there and back. Plus, being around my family was just what I needed. Especially this:
These kids know how to dance! Makes me smile every time... In case you were wondering they are dancing to the LMFAO parody "I'm Elmo and I know it." Haha:)
I'm not perfect, and I can't be happy all the time. But that's okay. Deep down, I still am thankful for everything even when I feel crabby. I'm especially thankful I can go home to such a loving family.
I had the privilege of having a 10 day break over Christmas and New Years. I spent a week in Iowa with my family playing games, eating lots of food, and doing some shopping. We attended a Christmas Eve service followed by a giant sleepover with all of my family members at my parents' house (a Christmas tradition for us).
My awesome family
On the way home from church I listened to the sweetest rendition of the Christmas story told by my four year old nephew in the backseat. I was impressed by how many details he knew. He also claimed to see the Christmas star in the sky to remind us that we were celebrating Jesus' birthday :) The next morning however, he reminded us all that although quite mature, he is four, when he prayed before our Christmas brunch, "Dear Lord, thank you that it's Christmas and we can open presents. Lots and lots of presents. Amen" Oh James...
Christmas outfits courtesy of auntie Lenae :)
Cuties on Christmas morning
After my time in Iowa I spent some time in Rochester with my friends, before starting a new job on Tuesday. Yep... I had no plans to start three different jobs in six months, but I know that God's plans are better than mine. Even though it was really hard to leave RCA after two short months, I'm trusting that this is where God is leading me, back to nannying! Bring it on, 2012.
