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Pour Your Heart Out: A Glass That’s Half-full

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We are into the holiday season now. Thankgiving, Christmas, New Year’s. It all goes so quickly.
Throw a birthday in there for one of my boys, one of my brothers, my mil, plus a visit from parents and  my sil being due with a baby, and it’s a crazy time.
Holidays usually equal family time. And… y’all, mine could be its own reality freak show with all the drama that goes on.
But, I’ve decided that today, I’m going to look for what I love in my family instead of what drives me crazy. In honor of Thanksgiving, I’m going to be a glass half-full kind of a girl.
I’m thankful that my older brother B has grown into a mature and caring man. He loves his wife and child (and baby on the way) with a passion that I rarely see in anyone. And I’m eternally grateful that he married a woman that I am proud to call my sister.
I’m thankful for my younger brother A, who is now a newlywed. He is the most level-headed person I know…until you tick him off. And when he’s mad or *I*  am mad or hurt or upset in anyway, there is no one else that I’d rather have in my corner. He’d take on the world for those he loves. And he married well, too.

I was trying not to step on my sil’s train or fall off the steps in my heels and break something, so yeah, it’s a little bit of a weird pose, but the only one of my two brothers and me(and obviously my brother’s wife) from when we were together for the wedding in October.

I’m thankful that I have brothers whom I can feel close to, even though I no longer live near them. I miss them, but I love that we are all happily married and building our families. And that, despite whatever craziness is around us, us kids stick together.

I’m going to try to remember all this during the craziness of the holidays. And if I can’t, well, I’ll take that half-full glass and DRINK it. And then pour another.

Comments

  1. Oh how the holiday craziness can make us forget all this stuff, but it's great stuff to remember. Here's to hoping you and yours have a wonderful holiday season. πŸ™‚

  3. I think what should be the important thing about family… and mine is full of crazy drama too, is that at the end of the day you all still love each other… sounds like you've got that in the bag with your brothers! (The Girl thought the picture of you was me:))

  4. I'll try, but no promises!!!

    Haha…wait, isn't your blog a secret to your real life peeps? Does it make you nervous to post a real picture?

  5. Beautiful post. I am realizing that I have taken my family (Crazy as they are) for granted the past few years. This Thanksgiving will be the first time in a long time I will be with all of siblings. I'm really looking forward to it. AND-I'm giving your Sweet Potato Casserole a try! <3

  6. I share the same sentiment about family, Shell..The crazy part stay in the closet, and we just enjoy the moment.

    HAVE A FANTASTIC THANKSGIVING!

  7. My family is sort of like that, you have to enjoy them when you can and that's not always easy. Great job reflecting on the important parts, Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

  8. I envy those who have these relationships with their siblings.

    It makes the holiday feel so much more like a holiday when we can focus on the positives of a family.

  9. So true.. Families are crazy & hectic, but they're what we were given. You know what they say.. If a glass is half full, it just means there's room for more vodka.

    Enjoy this holiday!

  10. It is wonderful despite all the ups and downs in your family that you and your brothers were able to stay close!!

  11. This is a great reminder to look at the glass half-full, especially when family and holidays are mixed.

    But definitely don't be afraid to fill that glass up and drink it down!

    Good luck and happy holidays!

  12. I needed to read that today and be reminded to be thankful.

    Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and get a chance to enjoy all the craziness you have coming up!

  14. Cute picture of all of you. Love the dress (and so glad you finally posted one!).

    Have a happy Thanksgiving and drink as much as you need to!

  16. Very sweet post, Shell! ;0) Focusing on our blessings always makes us feel positive doesn't, it? Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

    p.s. Hope you got the email I sent you about Tweetmeme …

  19. "And then pour another. "

    1/2 full?! Why bother? I like to look at life as glass overflowing, especially when it's filled with wine πŸ˜›

    Happy Thanksgiving!

  20. It is great that you have such a great relationship with your brothers. My sister and I are like that! Of course we drink a lot when together during the holiday's (it's the only way) and when we are apart for the holiday's, we drink on the phone with each other!

  22. I have a headache just trying to think about having a "glass half full" attitude toward some of the people that I have to see tomorrow. (All in-laws thankfully.)

    Positive: at least I don't have to live with them!

  23. Sounds like you have great brothers. I have three brothers and two sisters, so a crazy big bunch.

    Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving

  25. You look so pretty! I never saw pics from the wedding. Love it!

    I agree, it is easy to say that we will be thankful for so many things but most important to stop and truly be thankful for those we hold most dear. :>

  26. My rule for the holidays is to always keep the glass (at least) half-full! Have a great time with your family!

  28. It's important to think about the love we have for all those people who drive us nuts during the holidays.

  30. what a gorgeous post Shell, I too miss my siblings a lot too, but when I do see them I love our time together, our shared memories….our connection. πŸ™‚

    Plus you looked SMOKIN …so pretty!!!

    Happy Turkey Day my friend πŸ™‚

  34. I need to take this sentiment with me tomorrow. Or at the very least have some of what you're drinking!

    Happy Thanksgiving!

  35. You're beautiful, I love putting a face to the words!
    And yes, this time of year is busy for me too: daughter's birthday, my bday, husband's bday, all within one week of Christmas. I sort of go into this state of complete denial and smile weirdly until it's all over.

  37. I Have two brothers too and you are right it is important to make an effort to remember their good points. Especially when they are eating the last piece of pie!

    Ya'll are a good looking group. Have a great holiday.

  38. Congratulations to your brother!

    You look quite fetching in that photo. And I'm a big fan of the bride's dress.

  40. Hey, it's you, in a full photo! =) LOL I have 2 brothers and 0 sisters. I was the oldest, but missed out on ALL 1st born traits! What the heck?!

    I love both my brothers for different reasons, ones that make them unique.

    I hope you have a wonderful time with your family during the holidays!

    ~Mimi

  41. Isn't this time of year always so crazy! This is a good "thanksgiving" pour your heart out post!

    You looked awesome in your brothers wedding!!!! Loved your dress!