Like a Krenshaw Melon

The final plans for operation "Baby's First Birthday" are coming together now and none too soon. There are only about 26 days left! I can't believe how close we are to becoming parents. I know that usually the first child comes late, but I sure hope our little girl is on time...if not a day early...or two.

Hopefully we have as much ready as we can. Good thing my wife has good list making skills.

2am Practice

For the past several nights I've been waking up at around 2am along with my wife. It is the kind of waking up where you flop out of of bed, lumber over to the alarm clock, stare at it from 6 inches away and then realize how early it is...awesome.

I've convinced myself that this is all in preparation for the 2am birth and the 2am feedings and 2am cryings and 2am diaper changes and 2am cryings...for me this time. I guess it is better than quiting sleep cold turkey. Mmm...cold turkey. I think I could use one of those 2am feedings right now. I wonder if my wife will bring me food if I start screaming and crying. I could tell her it is good practice for motherhood and I am doing it out of love. Even this early, I know that isn't the wise choice.

Thankful

There are so many things I could talk about that I am thankful for this year, but what I am most thankful for are the amazing people in my life.

I am thankful for...

My beautiful wife. Even the thought of her makes me smile and being with her is my favorite place to be.

My little girl. She is a month away from being born, but feeling her kick and move is the highlight of my day.

My bro Johnny. His attitude, his spirit, and awesome strength of character are awesome. He is my partner and friend and I am so glad he is part of my life.

My mother and father. They have given so much and still continue to give of their love and laughter.

My in-laws. Yes, I'm thankful for my in-laws. Their faith and kindness helped open my eyes further to the path of Christ.

My partners and friends from Discovery Village. Anne, Brittany, Dan, Dan (#2), Johnny, Kristy, Mandace, Matt, Matt (FX).

My best men and old friends. Ben and Josh. Two guys who I can not help but be an idiot around. Either one of them can make a simple thing like registering for a shower fun.

My new friend. Ed. His insight and openness help me to further explore what it means to follow Christ and challenges me to do it more fully.

My best woman. Beth. Her compassion and smile light up my heart.

These are not all the people who have positively influenced my life, or that I am thankful for, but this would be a pretty long post if I tried to name them all.

Happy Thanksgiving! Who are you thankful for?