Gracias

for everyone who's made a difference in my life, which means all of you.  I've been reflecting on my life the past few days (what else do you do when you have to get up 3 times a night and can't get to sleep again?) and I realized that I have had some wonderful people in my life.  My family is the best.  I love my parents and my brothers and all they've done for me.  I love Nate unimaginable amounts. Nate's family has become such a big part of my life that I can't imagine them not ever being part of me.  I love my sisters-in-law and my nieces and nephew.  My love for Keilah is unexplainable as every mother can attest to.  I am so thankful for Nate and Keilah.  They've both taught me how to love more than I ever thought possible.

I've had some very special friends in my life.  There have been few of you who've stuck around for basically my whole life and I feel lucky enough to call you my "sisters" (you know who you are). Thanks to their parents who took me in and called me one of their own and made me comfortable in their homes.  My friends throughout school, track, choir, single-life, and mission have shaped me into the confident and hilariously funny woman I am today (ha, ha, ha). Thank you to all my friends I've made since moving from Utah.  You've become additions to our family and you've helped us make so many memories.

I can't believe that I've forgotten anyone else because no matter who you are, you're important to me for unique reasons and thank you for being my friend through ups and downs, good times and bad, and those times when you didn't think I could get any weirder!  I love you all.  Thanks for all you've done.

P.S.  We went to the doctor's today for my 11-week appointment and got to hear our baby's heartbeat.  Nate was holding Keilah during the process.  He asked her what she thought and she said, "Wow!"  My thoughts exactly.  So far, so good :)