This week, we celebrated Thanksgiving here in the USA—a time to reflect on the things that fill our hearts with gratitude. In the spirit of this special holiday, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite Grateful Moments from the year, centered around the themes of Family and Friends.
241. Gratitude Moment #2, Jan. 2nd: My Mother
242. Gratitude Moments #21, Jan. 28th : Healthy Baby Niece
243. Gratitude Moments #33, Feb. 9th : Nephews and Nieces
244. Gratitude Moments #151, July 28th : Family
245. Gratitude Moments #195, Sept. 30th : Family and Friends
#241: My Mother
I am always grateful for my mother but this week I am extra grateful. I wouldn’t be where I am today without her. She has single handedly been the biggest influence in my life. I love her and appreciate everything she has done and continue to do for me. She brought me some Kenyan tea from her trip back from Kenya. I am very grateful for her.
#242: Healthy Baby Niece!
This weeks I am very grateful that my brother and sister in law had a healthy delivery! I am very grateful for a new niece. I have 5 siblings, including myself, that makes a total of 6. With the birth of the newest member of the family, I now have a total of 9 nephews and nieces. I am very grateful for every single one of them. Welcome to the world adorable niece!
#243: Nephews and Nieces
On Wednesday I went to visit my brother who has a newborn baby girl. My mother and my 2 sisters were there as well. It was great to play with my nephews and nieces. I can never seem to get tired of hearing them laugh hysterically for simple and often silly things. It was adorable to see my 7 month old baby nephew attempt to eat a slice of fruit.
He was trying his hardest to grab the slice which was too big for his tiny hands and attempted to take a bite with no teeth. It was extremely adorable. I am very grateful for all my nephews and nieces.
#244: Family
Every summer, my family gathers for a reunion that’s become one of my favorite traditions. It’s a week filled with fun, nostalgia, games, and activities—creating memories that last a lifetime. I don’t remember exactly who started this tradition, but it’s been the perfect way for us to reconnect and catch up. With five siblings, my mom, in-laws, and nine nephews and nieces, our gatherings are anything but small! This year was particularly special. We brought back childhood games from our days in Kenya, shared old songs and stories, and created new memories with the next generation. I’m incredibly grateful for a loving, caring family that keeps this tradition alive.
#245: Family and Friends
Today’s post looks a little different from the others, and there’s a good reason! I recently shared my blog with friends and family, asking for their feedback, and they didn’t disappoint. One of the best suggestions was to change the heading to reflect the actual date, and I’ve also decided to number my gratitude moments—starting at 1 and ending at 260 by the end of the year thanks to their feedback.
I just want to take a moment to thank each of you who took the time to fill out my feedback survey. Your insights and support mean the world to me. I’m truly grateful for my family and friends—you guys make everything better!
Weekly Spotlight
This week’s spotlight shines on an inspiring quote from Reba McEntire, the legendary country music singer and actress:
“My goals have changed throughout my life. At one time, it was winning awards, selling out concert dates, and selling more albums than anyone else. Now, my goals are to see my grandchildren grown, live a long and healthy life with my family and friends, and travel the world.”
– Reba McEntire