Calgary momstown Mama moment: An attitude of Thanks all year

Each month we will be joined by a guest blogger or a  momstown member who will share a blog posting with us. Given it being Thanksgiving my friend Sarah from Daffodil design and fellow momstown mom, is sharing her views on being Thankful not just around Thanksgiving but all year.

"An Attitude of Thanks....

I'm a stay-at-home mom of 3 little ones. My hands are full, literally, most minutes of the day. Those fleeting quiet moments, even if they happen to be in the pantry or laundry room, are energizing and ever-so-needed during a busy day.  Admist the chaos of this hectic life, the opportunity of motherhood is something I cherish whole-heartedly. 

Carrying an attitude of thanks through the year helps me through my journey of my full-time job of being a mom. Being thankful for the daily perks like unexpected hugs, sloppy kisses or the stolen ones, messy spaghetti dinners, and bedtime stories can carry me to days end and stay with me forever.  All these little things are daily reminders to carry a daily attitude of thanks. 

Teaching thanks is important. As our child

ren grow, we teach them to be thankful and grateful for what they have.  We did a small simple craft during my 6 year old's recent sick day from school and decorated a Be Thankful Tree.  I had her list and write 6 things she was most thankful for on paper leaves. At first she was a bit stumped, but once she got on a roll, she realized there are so many "little" things that we may take for granted day to day. We taped the leaves on some striped sticks we have placed in a vase for a modern twist on our Be Thankful Tree.  We have much to be thankful for. My favourite: "A cosy (cozy) home."  

And, from our cozy home to yours, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and an year filled with abundant gratitude for your journey through motherhood.  As being a mom, what are YOU most thankful for?"

Sarah Milne Daffodil Designwww.daffodildesign.com

Thank you Sarah for sharing with us!