So, I'm killing time between work and Biochem lab by sitting in my office and writing my thank you cards for my bridal showers. I'm sitting here, looking at this list of women who took time out of their busy schedules to come and celebrate the fact that FI and I are getting married, looking at the list of beautiful things that they gave us to build a home, and I am so thankful.
I am so thankful for my mother, who spent months putting together the most beautiful, meaningful shower a girl could ask for, for making me stop running for an hour and just sit back and enjoy just being.
I'm so thankful for my father, for working his arse off so my brother and I could do the things we wanted to do with our lives, knowing that if we ever needed help, he'd provide it, no questions asked.
I am so thankful for the time I had with my grandmother. I am who I am because of her. I hope I can have even a tenth of the grace and strength and integrity she had.
I am so thankful for my "sister", whose first reaction to my engagement wasn't "but you're stealing my thunder!", but rather "oh my god, we get to do this together!"
I am so thankful for those times I hear my brother say "I love you." He doesn't say it often, so when he does, I know he really means it.
I am so thankful my in-laws are awesome and they actually like me. (lol)
I am so thankful for my girlfriends, for planning parties and tying ribbons and buying dresses and speaking of FI and I with such happiness and excitement.
I am so thankful for my cousins, who went from beautiful babies to amazing young women before my eyes and turned out to be two of my favorite people in the whole world.
I am so thankful for the roof over my head, the money in my bank account, the food in my fridge, and the sunshine on my lunch hour.
I am so thankful for my UBs, for keeping me sane, making me laugh, and being the sounding board and providing me the commraderie I never knew I could have.
I am so thankful that I kicked my gallbladder the f*ck out.
I'm so thankful for my dog, who never ceases to go completely apeshit happy when I get home, even if I was only gone 5 minutes, to the point where I can't help but be in a better mood.
I am so thankful for my FI...the man who cooks me dinner when he knows I had a long day at work, the man who surprises me with crappy horror movie DVDs over flowers (because he knows I'd rather have the crappy movies), the man who reacted to every medical issue thrown our way with "well, I may as well start practicing that 'in sickness and in health, for better for worse' part now." The man who says that we'll still be parents, even if I can't carry the baby myself. The man who makes me laugh by dancing around the living room or singing horribly to country music in the car. The man who loves me, flaws and all.
I'm done gushing now. I'm totally ruining my uppity b*tch street cred.
What are you thankful for?

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I am thankful for my family. This isn't just my blood realitives...this is FBD's family and our "uncles" and "aunts"...everyone that gives me strength, support, courage, knowledge, laughs. They've shaped who I am. They're encouraged me to fulfill my dreams. I love them all.
I'm thankful for my BFFs. Kim (I know you're lurking here somewhere!!) has been my best friend, my sister and my partner in crime for 20 years. Her friendship is worth more to me than anything money can buy. M has been my evil twin since day one and I love her. They support me, love me, and give me the girliest of girly time and the BEST memories. I can't imagine my life without them.
I'm thankful for my insane friends. They're crazy and reckless, all while being sane and insightful. I can't explain how this random mix of them came together but I apperciate and am thankful for everything from helping me move, to letting me crash at their place, to giving me support during my tough times.
My UBs. Where would I be without you? You advise me. You smack sense into me. You drink with me...on and off-line;) We've shared life events - the good and the bad. I am SO thankful to have gotten to know you special women.
My NEY ladies make me thankful every day. You're an AMAZING group of talented, intellegent, beautiful women. I know we don't always agree and I know sometimes we're not so nice to each other but please know that I treasure the special relationships I have with each and every one of you. I feel so privildged to be able to share some really special moments in your lives.
So thankful for my pugs. M&M really are the best companions I could ask for. They're funny and loving and they're cute as all helll. And as I speak they're climbing ALL OVER FBD and kissing him. lol
And finally, last but not least FBD. I love this man. He cleans, and rubs my back. He's kind, gentle, HILARIOUS, generous, cautious, mellow...he's really amazing. It's really hard to put into words how I feel about him. I'm so thankful to have him in my life. I'm thankful that he's my best friend. I'm thankful that he's tall enough to reach the top shelves for me and change lightbulbs. I love that he's will to go along with my crazy schemes, even when he knows they won't work. I'm thankful that he supports me and keeps me grounded. Really, I'm just thankful I get to spend the rest of my life with him.
....now there. I was mushy and rainbow-y and nice. I don't wanna play anymore =P
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I am thankful for my parents, who are truly the most selfless people I have ever k
known. They are a great example of what it means to be parents. I will be forever grateful to them that I've had the opportunities I've had because of their selflessness.
I am thankful for my brother. We have a slightly large age difference (he is 8 years older) but it's never mattered. And sometimes we don't get along, but it's usually over stupid things and I know that if I ever needed anything, he'd be right there (and I'd do the same for him).
I am thankful for my friends, both IRL and the internet. No problem is too petty for these amazing people, and I know that I could always find one of them to bitch to, complain to, rant to, ask for advice, cry with, laugh with, anything.
I am thankful for BF, of course. One of the most amazing people I have ever met - hilarious, generous, thoughtful, considerate, selfless, flexible, laid-back. The man who would do anything for me without batting an eyelash. The man who would sacrifice everything just to see me smile. I am incredibly, incredibly lucky.
We all are.
[QUOTE]Oceana you just melted my cold, icy, Canadian heart <3 Posted by PaigeMcC[/QUOTE]
SEE?!?!? I'M NOT A B*TCH ALL THE TIME! :P
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[QUOTE]<3 you Oceana
Posted by katanne9[/QUOTE]
<3 you too dollface.
And your siggie pic just made me giggle like a schoolgirl <3 <3 <3
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Thankful : <3 you too dollface. And your siggie pic just made me giggle like a schoolgirl <3 <3 <3
Posted by oceana919[/QUOTE]
haha!! it makes me giggle too!
I am thankful for the women in my life i consider friends even though we have never met. Stong , independant , uncompromising in your values and beliefs and overall just make me want to be a better person myself - You all know who you are and I love you dearly.
My crazy kitties , Corona and Guinness. You drive me insane with your howling and fighting and needing to have attention like a child as soon as we get on the phone - but you keep my sanity and show me love that means so much to me. I could watch you girls just sleep all day and be content.
An amazing support system from my Father in law - his girlfriend and my brother and sister in law. You give me a family I never had of my own blood , proving that blood dosen't always mean a damn thing. You accepted me because I showed your son/brother what it means to be truly loved and accepted for the amazing man he is , you graciously accepted me as well. There are no words for how much that stability in my life means to me - and us both now as husband and wife.
My health - though not perfect and overweight , the fact that I have the ability to change and opportunity with nothing standing in the way outside of my own willpower. I have no serious medical issues and am very lucky and grateful.
Of course my amazing husband. My rock , my soulmate - my love of my life. You have taught me lessons that no one else could make me understand. I truly believe everything in my life led me to you because no one else ever got me , until you. I love you with all my heart.
-I am thankful for the beautiful white snow. Even though it is a pain it is really beautiful right now.
-My horse when I had him. Raven taught me things I will never forget.
-My BF. He is truely amazing. Loves me for all my faults and the few good things too. Is always there for me even when he is tired.
-My parents. Even though they make me angry sometimes they have given me so many wonderful things that I am so greatful for.
Eh my list is long. But those are a few I can think of off the top of my head.
Again Oceana thanks.
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Thankful : SEE?!?!? I'M NOT A B*TCH ALL THE TIME! :P
Posted by oceana919[/QUOTE]
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Canada is kind of like a whole other world with new things to discover that us americans only dream of. - Narwhal
Paige I would like to profess my love for you and your brilliant mind. - breezerb
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