Gratitude. Tonight Grandma and Grandpa Parsons gave us the Wedding gifts they got for us. They gave us so much for our kitchen! They were so generous in offering their time and money in helping Trevor and I start out our lives together.
Mom. She has been so great throughout everything. She has been so excited about all of the wedding plans (even though this is the third time around) and always makes me feel so important. When the cashier rings us up and the price makes me cringe I look over at her and she just says, "You only get married once!" I feel so blessed to have a mother who is not only someone who has blessed me and taught me the Gospel, I have a mother who is a friend to me. We grew close to one another in our time shared in Korea, and we've only grown closer since then.
Sisters. Mary is always so willing to help beautify me and to listen to me no matter what I'm rambling about at the time. She drove down early Wednesday morning to help me get ready for my bridals and stayed with us just about all day, which really meant a lot to me. According to my mom Laura and I are attached at the ear. We talk everyday, multiple times some days. Laura and I have been close since I was a little girl, and I'm so grateful that even though we are ten years in difference, you'd never guess. I feel blessed to have sisters who I can look up to. I love any advice I can get from them as I watch them in their successful marriages, with their amazing children. It's hard to follow two amazing girls like Laura and Mary.
In laws. Since the first time I met the Cox Family I felt welcome. They are such kind people. Jeanette and Kelsie included me so quickly and made me feel right at home. I already feel so close to them and can't wait to grow even closer!
The Gospel. I've felt so blessed these past few days for having the Gospel in my life. I'm grateful to my parents for teaching me the that truthfulness of it. I'm grateful for the opportunity I have to grow closer to the Savior because of His sacrifice. I love the word become and these past few days I've been thinking about the woman I want to be.
Trevor. I saved the best for last! I can honestly say that Trevor is one of the most amazing people I've ever met. Sometimes he shocks me with his greatness. I love him so much. Trevor works so hard in Arizona and I want him to know how grateful I am for him. He always makes me feel so special for doing all of the little errands I do for him, but nothing compares to the hard work he does everyday. I am one blessed girl!
6 comments:
what a beautiful post, Jen. You are very blessed. And anyone who gets the pleasure of being part of your life is so lucky. I am so grateful to have you in my life. I love you!
So sweet, Jen. Being grateful is such a happy way to live. And you are a happy girl. I love you!
I know I am not that much older than you so this might sound weird, but you seriously have grown up into such an amazing woman. That really brought tears to my eyes because it is nice to be reminded of things others are grateful for so then I can think about the things I am grateful for. Thanks Jen, love you!
That truly was a beautiful post. You know that having an attitude of gratitude is the only way to live and it is what our Savior expects of us. If we are grateful it is so much easier to serve others. It is so nice that you have such a terrific relationship with your Mom and your sisters. I love you, too.
Jen, I agree with all of these lovely ladies; you are an incredible girl. I'm so lucky to have someone as grateful and positive as you.. I know I always act like I'm a big deal, but seriously you are the catch of a lifetime. I love you
What a beautiful post Jen. You made me cry. I wish I could express how grateful I am for you, for your example. Sometimes I feel like you are the big sister because I learn so much from you.I love you and I'm so excited for this fun time in your life.
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