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!