Being Thankful: Day Twenty-Four

I left work early today. I felt absolutely awful. I was afraid that I would throw up, so I didn't eat anything for most of the day. I was going to try to stick it out at work, but it just wasn't going to happen. Luckily, Jenifer was super nice about it and let me take off early. Thank heavens.

So I went home, packed up some stuff, and drove up to Magna. I figured I could take care of myself, or I could drive home for Thanksgiving so Mom could take care of me. Yeah, it wasn't really much of a decision. I came home and spent the afternoon lounging. It was fantastic.

I didn't really have to be completely taken care of, but I'm so thankful that Mom was willing to help me out when I needed it. Mom would have done whatever I needed her to do today, and that is the case whether I'm sick or not. I have the best mom in the whole world. She always makes sure I have whatever I need. She's always making sure I have enough money for things, and she always offers to help, whether I need it or not. (I have to tell her no a lot.) I'm so thankful that I have such a great mom who taught me everything that I need to know. She is such a great example of willing service in the Church. Mom is always helping others and is the first to offer her time and talents if anyone is in need. I love my mom, and I'm so thankful I was born into her family.

 Mom in her most favorite place in the world—Hawaii.

Mom with her most favorite people in the world—her grandchildren (plus the three who were born after this picture was taken).