5 In 5-Gratitude Journal

This week, I am particularly grateful for the people in my life.

1. The doctors, nurses and staff at The Alberta Children's Hospital, specifically the anesthesiologist who allowed me to be in the OR while my baby went to sleep, the recovery nurse who had someone come get me when my baby woke up screaming, and the day surgery nurse who said "If all he drinks is milk, let's give him some milk!"
2. My Dad, who fixed one running toilet, and replaced another leaking one, installing the new toilet the night before his trip to Toronto, instead of shopping or packing for his trip.
3. My Mom, who used some of her vacation time to stay with us for the last week, picking up kids from school, holding down The Little One while I put ointment in his eye, providing company and conversation while we were housebound.
4. Friends who wished us well on Monday, asked how things were going on Tuesday, and generally understood that even minor surgery is a major deal when it's our littlest family members. Specifically the friends who agreed to spend a bit of their leisure time at our house this afternoon, and those who gave up the visit (and cinnamon buns) and stayed home to avoid transferring germs.
5. My husband, who pumpkin hunts, family dances and trick-or-treats, not to mention bedtime reads, behavior disciplines and hospital waits with me. I'm a Mom, I have 3 children to raise. If I absolutely had to, I could do it all alone. But I am so, so glad I don't have to, and I am extremely grateful for my partner in parenting, and in life.

Have a great weekend, and take the time to feel gratitude.