Day 157

Day 157--February 29th, 2012
Thankful to have finally thought of a good Lenten resolution.  We are merely a week in so that's still ok right? :)

Day 156

Day 156--February 28th, 2012
Thankful for yoga's restorative powers, and for the opportunity to take a class today.

Day 155

Day 155--February 27th, 2012
Thankful for my native sling.  Andrea (like Isaac) loves it!

Day 154

Day 154--February 26th, 2012
Thankful to have had Dave home for 2 weeks to smooth out the new baby transition.

Day 153

Day 153--February 25th, 2012
Thankful for a long awaited indulgence.

Day 152

Day 152--February 24th, 2012
Thankful for the birth of this angel.  Happy birthday Dave!

Day 151

Day 151--February 23rd, 2012
Thankful for an awesome day spent in the wine country: my second home.

Day 150

Day 150--February 22nd, 2012
Thankful for the start of a new season of Lent, an opportunity to mend our hearts and to live more fully in Christ.

Day 149

Day 149--February 21st, 2012
Thankful for my obstetrician.  She was very involved and attentive in my care all throughout my pregnancy, was there to deliver my child, and is following me closely just to make sure my recovery is going well.

Day 148

Day 148--February 20th, 2012
Thankful for picnics in the park and great friends

Day 147

Day 147--February 19th, 2012
Thankful for my amazing sister in law. Her love, generosity, and care are boundless. I'm blessed to have her in my life.

Day 146

Day 146--February 18th, 2012
Thankful for my crew of angels.

Day 145

Day 145--February 17th, 2012
Thankful for a very fast recovery which I attribute to having exercised throughout my pregnancy.  Mentally (and physically too!)  I'm ready to go for a run, hike, and continue my regular activities.  Doctor suggested laying off a bit but I'm fortunate to feel so well by day 3 post-partum.

Day 144

Day 144--February 16th, 2012
Thankful that we are off to a great start in the nursing department.  My little peanut needs it.

Day 143

Day 143--February 15th, 2012
Thankful for a new beginning.  I'd forgotten how fun it could be to eat with my left hand and to type with one finger, not to mention how to go 2 days without a shower.

Day 142

Day 142--February 14th, 2012
Thankful for a smooth sibling introduction.  My Isaac is going to be a great big brother.

Day 141

Day 141--February 13th, 2012
Thankful for the birth of our daughter: Andrea Berenice Chacon.

Day 140

Day 140--February 12, 2012
Thankful for all the cherry blossom trees in full bloom.  They make me very happy :)

Day 139

Day 139--February 11th, 2012
Thankful for a special surprise I received today from my very special group of friends who are more like family to me.

Day 138

Day 138--February 10th, 2012
Thankful for my bible study discussion group.  I am always hungry for differences of perspective and I'm thankful to be a part of a very diverse and talented group of individuals.

Day 137

Day 137--February 9th, 2012
Thankful for "Down in the Dumps" kind of days because they are reflective and help me appreciate good days much better.  Plus, they bring me closer to God.

Day 136

Day 136--February 8th, 2012
Thankful for an hour of uninterrupted reading at the library today.

Day 135

Day 135--February 7th, 2012
Thankful for a generous donation of baby girl clothes from a dear friend.  I'm so blessed to have such special connections.

Day 134

Day 134--February 6th, 2012
Thankful for the spiritual guidance, support and encouragement I've received these last few days.

Day 133

Day 133--February 5th, 2012
Thankful for any reason to get together with friends, celebrate, and relax.

Day 132

Day 132--February 4th, 2012
Thankful for this Winter bounty . Who said produce is not available this time of the year.  I got all this for ~$20.  I love our farmers market!

Day 131

Day 131--February 3rd, 2012
Thankful to have the ability (privilege) to hire a Doula to assist me during labor.   I met with her today and she is phenomenal! I'm looking forward to my next birth experience.

Day 130

Day 130--February 2nd, 2012
Thankful to have kept my blood sugar in check throughout the best part of my pregnancy.  It has been difficult and frustrating at times, but I've learned a lot in the process.   Also thankful to have forgone using insulin.

Day 129

Day 129--February 1st, 2012
Thankful to have inherited my mother's ability to put recipes together on the fly.  Once in a while I start out without any idea what I'm making and it just comes together in the end.  Just like my mother did, always!