Favorite Things

I have so many random ideas for a post, but none are particularly compelling. So here are a few of my favorite things right now:

• the fig preserves, arugula, gouda, and prosciutto pizza at Community Pie;

• how Jackson's vocabulary is expanding so quickly and never knowing when he'll blurt out a new word (recent additions include shark, football, Nanee, book);
• our Christmas tree;
• that my husband is currently making pink origami stars for our daughter's bedroom;
• having holiday traditions and time with family to look forward to and knowing that Jackson will enjoy it all so much more this year;
• the incredible way God continues to bless us and our friends, especially the long-awaited answered prayers;
• that we have already sleep trained our daughter and I'm getting at least 3-4 hour stretches between feedings;
• how much Jackson and Blake enjoyed their recent "boy day" together while Ella Kate and I visited my home town;
• how excited Jackson gets when he gets to play with play dough, gets his twice daily milk, or any other treat that isn't permitted all day long;
• friends and their sweet children who brought my sick kiddos toys and cards today;
• that Ella Kate doesn't cry for what seems like no reason any more & is so sweet and pleasant;
• that more days than not both children sleep until 7-7:30;
• that Jackson currently loves praying (although he has no idea what we're doing but will continue to sign for more as soon as we say amen);
• a surprise visit from my friend Chasie and her new beau;
• Tootsie Roll pops; &
• how thoughtful and generous my mom is.

p.s. I'm thankful for a season dedicated to celebrating the birth of our Savior.