Today I am thankful for not burning down the house.

Somehow when I made supper the last night a “simmer” burner got left on.  No one noticed it until I went to make lunch and I moved a pan to reveal a little blue flame.  oops!  I am very thankful nothing accidentally was placed on the stove.

I am also thankful I got to treat the boys for setting and exceeding their October school goals.

We are trying to teach Damon and Mason the importance of setting goals.  Last month we sat down with them and together we came up with some goals to challenge them.  I am pleased to report that both boy successfully met and exceeded them.  This month we have set another few goals and this time they are a bit more challenging. They really enjoyed sharing ice cream with us and we are thankful to be able to share it with them.