Grateful Heart Monday
Today I am feeling grateful that I live close enough to my extended family that a day trip is not out of the question.
Yesterday I was able to make the 2 hour drive to my hometown to attend my nephew’s 4th birthday party. I am grateful that this sweet family includes us for every event.
I am sure there are so many ways to maintain relationships at a distance but I am grateful I have never had to utilize those means and instead have had the opportunity to build relationships with my niece and nephews in person. I am so glad I get to see this sweet smile usually at least every 2-3 months. He knows my name and my face but it still takes him forever to warm up to me when I arrive.
But finally he will comply and at least take a picture with me. Our good-bye today was limited to a high five..no hugs…I mean he is four!
So today I’m grateful for the closeness! Grateful for what it has added to my life to attend events for Thomas, Morgan & Myles and build relationships with them. These three are the closest link I have to my brother and I will always treasure my relationship with them. Love you all to pieces!
Linking up today with Emily @ Ember Grey for Grateful Heart Monday….you should too!
This post was so sweet. I live two hours away from my cousins and I am so happy that I am close enough to have a great relationship with them.
The party looked like a blast! Have a great week!
So wonderful that you were able to celebrate with your family! I feel the same way that my sister lives nearby and I can see the kids when I want! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
These are great pictures and I, too, am grateful that I have family close by. Also, I am seriously considering having a bounce castle on my next birthday!
It is great fun….but I may need a depends next time! 4 babies has wreaked havoc on the bladder!
What a precious and positive blog you have. Just found and followed you. Those pictures with your fam are lovely. Will look forward to your posts. Hope you have a marvelous Monday! xo
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Thank you so much Andrea! Life is not always rosy but I try to find the joy most days. Have a super week!
I know what you mean, I couldn't imagine living farther than I do from my girls. We don't have extended family here so we rely on each other and cherish the time we have together. When we lived in New York the girls were little and they had time with their cousins. They have those memories, but now that we live in NC, and they are all grown up, we are hoping they will make the same memories with their children.
Michelle my brother and I are the only grandchildren on both sides of our family….not one single 1st cousin and even cousins further down the line were not seen frequently. It was always so boring and I always knew I wanted to be part of a bigger family. It is always so fun getting them all together.