It started with a simple, blue envelope on my desk at work. I opened it up and inside was a gift certificate for a massage from one of my dear, sweet co-workers! I just cried--she has been helping me on my quest to be a mom and this particular massage has been proven to help in that quest. I tried to give it back, but she wouldn't take it. I knew exactly how much it has cost her, and it was a pretty penny! I am SO blessed!!
Then, I was out late last night walking the dog and I had an epiphany, a paradigm shift. It was so unbelievably clear and a little chilly and incredibly quiet in my little apartment complex. Because there was nothing particular I needed to focus on, my mind wandered. I realized how blessed I truly am. I have an incredibly handsome, sweet, amazing husband who loves me and is a worthy priesthood holder. I have so many friends who love me and are patient with my many faults. I have a loving family, on both sides, that support me in whatever my endeavours are. I have a job, that I don't always enjoy, but that pays semi-well and allows me to share my passion of massage with others. I belong to the true church of Jesus Christ and I have sincerely felt His love at very pivotal points in my life. My list could honestly go on and on and on.
Then, I was out late last night walking the dog and I had an epiphany, a paradigm shift. It was so unbelievably clear and a little chilly and incredibly quiet in my little apartment complex. Because there was nothing particular I needed to focus on, my mind wandered. I realized how blessed I truly am. I have an incredibly handsome, sweet, amazing husband who loves me and is a worthy priesthood holder. I have so many friends who love me and are patient with my many faults. I have a loving family, on both sides, that support me in whatever my endeavours are. I have a job, that I don't always enjoy, but that pays semi-well and allows me to share my passion of massage with others. I belong to the true church of Jesus Christ and I have sincerely felt His love at very pivotal points in my life. My list could honestly go on and on and on.
So, why am I constantly a "Negative Nelly" or a "Debbie Downer?" I have NOTHING to complain about!! Sure, life happens. It rarely goes the way I plan it, but I guess that is the beauty in it: Growing and learning along the way. So my goal this week is to complain less and thank Heavenly Father more! I am going to try to show those I love how much I really appreciate them. I am going to have a positive attitude if it kills me! (j/k)
So let me start out with you: If you are reading this, you are appreciated. At one point or another in my life, you have done something to touch my heart and make me a better person. I am who I am today because of you. Thank you seems trite and small, and it doesn't begin to express my thoughts and emotions, but it is all I can offer at the moment! You are amazing, wonderful, talented and beautiful just the way you are!
I wanted to share some pictures of just a few of my blessings: 
My nieces' Reagan and Hannah! They are truly a joy and light in my life! They are beautiful and I love every minute I get to spend with them!
I love my cute hubby and our little "baby" Doogie! They both bring me such love and laughter!
This is Matt's side: I couldn't have asked for more wonderful in-laws!!
8 comments:
You are awesome. I wish we were closer so we could hang out and be in eachothers lives more.
I hope your massage goes well and I wish you all the luck, well luck isn't really the right word--how about-- I will keep you in my prayers for your fertility quest.
that was awkward, but you get the idea.
Anyways- Love ya and take care!!
OH MY GOSH!! I found your blog off of Kira's!! How are you? I was just chatting with Drew on face book the other day. He was telling me about your cruise in Sept! How exciting! I hope you are doing well. Mark says hello!
Brandy!! I'm so glad you left a comment on my blog so I could find your blog! You're so amazing! I really appreciate your example of faith and the love you show to everyone. I'm excited to be able to keep in touch this way!
you're great! what more can I say. I think it's safe to say that we are all who we are because you have touched and brightened our lives. we love.
You're so sweet. I look up to you so much. You, of all people, deserve a baby - more than a lot of us that have them! I hope all is well!
I want you to know that you are not the only one who has "Negative Nelly" moments. Sometimes I feel like that is all I have. Chris constantly has to remind me that life will continue to get better and that we really do have a great life. I would love to meet you sometime. Good luck with the adoption process and everything else. I'll definetly put a prayer in for you!
Thanks for this great reminder, Brandy. I know you probably can't believe it (haha) but I have been known to be a big cranky pants too, so this was a great reminder that I need to step back and realize all the amazing things I have been given. You're great!
Brandy! I had no idea you had a blog! I miss you so much! I am so glad we have this way to keep tabs on each other! :)
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