November 30, 2011

November has been a wonderful month to reflect on all that is good. I am ready for December and celebrating Christmas.
I am thankful for two darling grandchildren that have spent the last three days with me while their parents are in Hawaii. Ty said to me yesterday, Gramma, thanks for taking care of us. Brielle is full of hugs and kisses. I love being a grandma. I am so thankful for them at this time in my life.

November 29, 2011

I am thankful for Chantel's children. They are three of my wonderful grandchildren. They live down south so it is hard to get to see them often. We were able to see them over the weekend. I love their loves and hugs. They have been so concerned for me, and they are always so careful not to hurt me. I love Connor, Chloee and Corbin. Grandchildren are the best.

November 28, 2011

I am thankful for all the medical professionals that I use on a regular basis. It seems like I see them too often, but I am so glad that they are there for me and help me with all they can. I am grateful to have each of them in my life, they are like my friends, I love keeping them around me.

November 27, 2011

I am thankful to live in the United States of America. I am grateful for the freedoms that we have. I can worship how and where I desire. I can vote for those that I feel will do the best job leading us. I can travel, shop and live where I want to. It is a blessing to have been born and raised in this country.

November 26, 2011

I am thankful for all my friends. My childhood friends that have stuck with me for a long time. My roomates at Ricks college and Little America. My Wyoming friends that I miss so much since moving to Utah. My Utah friends that are close by. My book club friends. All the friends that I have met at Huntsman, Mckay Dee and Ogden Regional through my cancer treatments. My facebook friends. I love you all!

November 25, 2011

I am thankful for my extended family and that were with almost a hundred fo them today! The Hyde family Thanksgiving is huge. It is always nice to see all of his siblings and their families. Shane's dad has 161 desendant and count with at least 3 more in the works. We are so bless with many people to love.

November 24, 2011

I  am thankful for this day that we can reflect on all our blessings. We have so many things to be grateful for. I feel very blessed. May you all have a Happy Thanksgiving!

November 23, 2011

I am thankful for the hot tub that was given to me a few months back. I spent an hour and a half in it today. Oh it is wonderful. I am even more grateful for the friend that found it, arranged the delivery and set up for it. I am thankful for all those that had a hand in doing this for us.

November 22, 2011

I am thankful for Alden our last child. Alden and I have a special relationship. There is something about the baby of the family. I was able to spend one on one time with him when the older kids were at school. We loved to use the walkie talkies. I remember sitting and rocking him when he had the chicken pox. One day while walking home after taking kids to school, he had the dog on the leash.... I was ahead of him and he said "mom, slow down, sparky wants to smell the flowers." He has taught me to slow down and enjoy life.
When I was going through chemo, I would come home and lay on the bed. Alden would bring a game in and we would play it on the bed. Before he went on his mission he was my right arm. He did all that I was not able to do. He drove me where I needed to be. He is a great example to me. He is serving and being a representative of Jesus Christ in Australia. I am proud of him. I miss him but would not want him to be anywhere else. I love my baby, Alden.

November 21, 2011

I am thankful for our first born son, Derek Hyde. It was so exciting to hear, "It's a boy!"  I knew Shane wanted a boy so badly. He has been a fun child, as a baby he loved popcorn. He begged for it whenever we had it. He was born with a club foot and had to wear a cast for three months before having corrective surgery on it. He never let it slow him down. When he was three months old he had bacterial spinal meningitis. We were worried we would lose him and are very grateful to the doctors and nurses that cared for me. That experience strengthened our family and we became closer to Heavenly Father and are grateful for keeping our little guy with us without any effects of the disease. Derek has always been a good example to everyone around him. He has a little brother that looked up to him and copied everything that he did as a boy. Derek splashed in the puddle, Alden did the same. Derek has brought much joy to our family. I love you Derek!

November 20, 2011

I am thankful for our tiniest baby, Britney Nattress. She was four and a half pounds when she was born. She has always had a huge spirit though. She always tried her best to do what was right. When she was little she would only wear dresses and no long sleeves because they made her itch. One year she asked Santa for a cantaloupe. She was still home when I was diagnosed with cancer. She did all she could to learn about the disease and helped me get through some difficult things that are hard to watch a mom go through. She still is a great support to me doing all she can to get me where I need to be. She is a wonderful mom to two of our grandchildren. I love our Britney!

November 19, 2011

I am thankful for our firstborn child, Chantel Robinson. She started our family and taught us to be parents. She was a good baby and fun toddler. She kept us laughing at her imitations of how polar bears say "I love you". She loved to dance and play with her young friends. She has been the best big sister to her sister and brothers. She is now a wonderful mother to three of our grandchildren. She is creative, talented and loving. I love my Chantel.

November 18, 2011

I am thankful for my husband. There are too many good things to say about him, so just a few. He loves me even when I am not at my best. He takes care of me and our family. He has a great sense of humor and makes me laugh. He has great faith. He encourages me to hang on when times are tough. He let's me have time with my friends, and even encourages me to go out of town for girl's weekends. He is a hard worker. I am so blessed to be married to this wonderful man for 29 years. I love him for all that he is.!

November 17, 2011

I am thankful for Relief Society. It is a wonderful organization that I am glad that I am part of. I love the friendship and love that I feel. It always lifts my spirits and helps me in all aspects of my life. Thanks to everyone that makes it a great organization.

November 16, 2011

I am thankful for my littlest sister, Kendra Miles. She was three years old when I got married.  It was a joy to watch her grow up.   She is a good example to me and did many things that I did not do, like serve a mission.   Now she has a cute family of four children.   It is still fun to watch her as she is a wonderful wife and mother, mostly she is my sister!

November 15, 2011

I am thankful for my little brother Gordon.   He was the first to teach me how to be a mom.   I was a teenager when he was born.   I helped alot with him.   I remember the day he taught me you have to be fast when changing baby boy's diapers.   We were both ready for church and I changed his diaper, he sprayed me from my belly to my head and as I quickly covered him back up I got him from head to belly. We both had to change clothes.
He now has a wonderful family of his own. They visit us often and we love the spirit that they bring when they come.   They are so willing to do anything for us. He is always looking for ways to help out.  He has an amazing wife and very loving children.  I am thankful for the example he has been to my children. We love them very much.

November 14, 2011

I  am tahnkful for fasting and prayer and all those who join with us. I know that our prayers are heard and answered. I have witnessed miracles in my life. I hope to be able to witness many more.

November 13, 2011

I am very thinkful for my brother Lynn. He married a beautiful woman and had three awesome children. He owns his own business and bought a 100 year old school house and made it his home. It seems like he has everything but his family is always looking out for others to help. They serve the Lord with everything that they have. Several years ago at a family get together he got me back up on water skis, something I hadn't done in a LONG time and didn't think that I would do again. Last month his family came to visit. Lynn and I had the best chat. He gives me so much love and support. I look up to you little brother, you are good to me and for me.

November 12, 2011

I am thankful for my younger brother Darrell Hodges.   He followed me to Wyoming and lived with us for a while after his mission.   It was nice to have family close by.   This past summer he hosted an event (wedding for his stepson) that proved to be a great family reunion for all of us.   We missed our sister Kendra Miles because she was pregnant but it was a great time for our family. It was wonderful to see Darrell so happy.

November 11, 2011

I am grateful to live in this country.   I am thankful for all the service men and women that fight for our freedoms.   May we never forget their sacrifices.

November 10, 2011

I am thankful for my 14th month younger sister.   We shared everything growing up, a bedroom, clothes, and even friends.   We were best of friends.   Today she is always there for me.   She has dropped everything to come help me with big events and doing things that I couldn't do for myself.   She has become my hands when I have not been able to use mine.  I love my sister, Tammy

November 9, 2011

I am thankful for my big brother Joe.   I always looked up to him, because he was bigger than me. I know it was difficult to be the first child and set the standard and forge though all the stuff that firstborne children go through.   He was always a good example for me.   I especially loved it when he let me hang out with his friends.   I will never forget playing spoons at the King's house.   I love my brother Joe and his big bear hugs.

November 8, 2011

I am thankful for my dad.   He worked very hard to provide for and support seven children.   He taught me how to work hard.   We always had a huge garden and he raised cows.   It was when I moved away that I began to appreciate him more.   Whenever he visits he is always finding ways to help me out.   He is now retired but still working hard to help out his children and grandchildren.
The last few years I have been his date to his mission reunion, where we have the opportunity to listen to his mission president, Thomas S Monson.   Each year I learn more about my dad.   He is a great man. I love him.

November 7 2011

I am thankful for my mom. She gave me life and taught me many valueable lessons.   I am a better mom because of her.   She taught me how to cook, can, sew and be frugal.   I learned how to be compassionate, loving, patient and how to have a positive attitude.   I owe so much to my mother for all she has done for me.   I love my MOM!

November 6, 2011

I am grateful for my membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

November 5, 2011

I am grateful for the Holy Ghost that gives me guidance and answers to prayers.   He is a comforter.   I depend on Him every day.   I hope I will follow each prompting and listen more carefully.

November 4, 2011

I am thankful for temples and that we have so many close to us.   We visited three of them today.   Oh what comfort, peace and joy they bring.   I am also grateful for my good friend Gwen Rich that plans our fun temple trippin' adventures.   Life would not be the same without you!

November 3, 2011

I am grateful for our Savior, Jesus Christ who lived his life as an example for us. He has given me the opportunity to live again with all those I love.   He is always there for me and knows my joys and sorrows.   I hope I live my life as an example of His.

November 2, 2011

I am thankful for a Heavenly Father that loves me, cares for me and has a plan for me.

November 1, 2011

Each day in the month of November I will be thinking of the things that I am most grateful for.

I am grateful for my life. I enjoy every day.