Turkey Day

Images of Thanksgivings passed:

2010 at my parent's house

2009 at Chris's parents house

2008 at my parent's house

2007

2003 or 2004

2002

1999

I won't be with my family tomorrow, I'll be with my mini family aka Chris and myself. We're doing our own Thanksgiving. Although I'll miss the family fun, I'll be going back to my family on Friday. My mom said she bought a giant turkey, so there should be leftovers for me.

I am so thankful to have a loving boyfriend, a great family, a roof over my head, a job, and my health. Some people are not as fortunate as I am.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

The Only One

I think I am the only one that didn't partake in seeing Breaking Dawn Pt 1, even my mom went out with my cousins, my sister, and their friends. I wish I had been with them to go. Chris said he'd go with me, if I really wanted him to, but I won't put him through that. Even though, maybe I should make him, be a good boyfriend and all.

We used to have this restaurant here, Spicy Pickle, and they had the best pickles, ever. They were so yummy, spicy, and delicious. They closed awhile back. I bought some sour garlic pickles at the grocery store, they don't really compare, but are really good as well. And no, I'm not pregnant, I have always LOVED pickles. My mom and I used to eat "chips and cheese" (tortilla chips with melted cheese) and pickles as snacks and/or dinner. Like mother like daughter.

I am so thankful that Thanksgiving is almost here. My family is moving our dinner to Saturday, since I won't be going to visit until Friday. But, my best friend aka my sister, will be working all weekend. Super lame, but I'll spend time with Momma Benz and Poppa Benz. I can't wait.

Have a great weekend.

give a little or give a lot

Some may recognize these people. Some may not, and others probably won't care. I care, a lot though. They are my absolute new inspiration and, although I hate to use the word idol, next to my family, they are who I want to be in life. Say hello to the Tuohy family. Sean, Leigh Anne, Collins, Sean Jr., and of course, Michael Oher. I'm sure you've heard of The Blind Side so you have probably heard Michael's story. Right now I am in the process of reading, In a Heartbeat: Sharing the Power of Cheerful Giving. I have always been about making someone better, as are the Tuohy's. They give and give and give and give. After starting the book, it is almost contagious.

Via

Now, this book focuses more on the lives of Sean and Leigh Anne. They are some of the most incredible and inspirational people I have ever heard of or read. Not only that, but they are just how I have always wanted to be. 1. They are southern. I love the south, when we drove on our road trip through there I loved it. If I did not live in San Diego, I would choose to live in Tennessee or Alabama or somewhere like that. I love it. 2. They are whole hearted, don't push it down your throat but it is a requirement in life Christians. The kind I strive to be. 3. They give without having to receive and they give a lot. I love that about people. 4. They were strict with their kids. Exactly how things should be. My parents weren't strict, but I believe in the Tuohy rules. If you are too busy with activities there is no time for sex, drugs, and alcohol. Two thumbs up in my book. 5. Leigh Anne carries a gun. I've always wanted to carry one. Maybe not in my purse, but maybe so.

Via

I want to grow up and be just like them. I hope that I can continue to grow towards what they are. They are exceptional people who do more for others than they might have done for them.