Around the first of the month my nephew, Mason, was highlighted at the CanSurvive Event. It is an event that raises money for cancer victims and their families. At the event they highlight different cancer survivors with their photo on a canvas and their story. It was an amazing event and we were so grateful we were able to be a part of it. Mason is 5 1/2 years old and has been in remission from leukemia for 4 years. He is one of the many things we are grateful for.
That same weekend was Veteran's Day and Ty's cute neice, Abbi, and nephew, Payton, wrote 'Thank You' cards to Ty's dad, Spence, for his service in the military. It was so fun to hear stories about his time in the military and experiences there. We are so thankful for the armed forces and for the sacrifices that they make on behalf of our great country. We are so lucky to live in a free country.
We put up our Christmas tree about 2 weeks before Thanksgiving-crazy, I know, but we just couldn't help it! We are so thankful for the amazing apartment that we have to live in and for the fact that we have a Christmas Tree and are able to celebrate Christmas.
I got a new job this month-a great job with great benefits. It is what I like to call a 'real' job and I am loving it so far. It is also 5 minutes from our house, which is an extra plus! I always say that things have fallen into place for us here in SLC and this new job is just an affirmation that they have. We are so blessed, seriously.
On a very exciting note, my dad (who coaches the defensive line at Logan High School) and his team were able to play in the State Championship Football game and they pulled out a WIN! They had an undefeated record this year and we have had such fun watching them do so well. I don't have any pics of my dad-bad I know- but this one (my 2 cousins and I, snuggling at the game) will have to do. It has to be the greatest feeling in the world to work so hard all year and for it to pay off. I know my dad is still walking on air. I am so grateful that my dad has something he is so passionate about and that he has a job that allows him to still coach high school football every fall.
Last, but definitely not least, was Thanksgiving. Since Ty's parents are in St. George, we were able to go there and spend Thanksgiving with them and two of Ty's brother's and their families. My parents were also there and so we stayed with them and spent time with both families. It was perfect. Tyler got to go four-wheeling with his brothers, I went shopping with my mom and grandma, we went hot-tubbing every day, ate lots and lots of delicious food, and enjoyed the sunshine. We love St. George and are so grateful that both of our parents have homes there so that we can go and visit lots. We are also grateful for our families and for all that they bring to our lives.
We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and a great November. We have realized that at the end of the day, it is so nice to reflect on what we are grateful for because it makes the not-so-great things seem so insignificant.
love cam & ty
I had no idea that Ty's parents were on a mission! That is so cool. And even cooler that it isn't too far so you can visit. I was so excited when I heard about Logan's win and I bet your dad was so proud! As always I loved all the pictures.
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