This past weekend was a weekend that, from start to finish, reminded me of how much I have to be thankful for. Wednesday, the giving of thanks began when I got to sleep in (no school) and visit with some of my former kiddos at Decathlon practice. After our afternoon practice, which involved a heated game of sockie, soccer in socks in the school hallways, I was off to Mom and Dad's where I got to visit for a few hours and have dinner with my parents; this was especially nice since I wouldn't be seeing them on Thanksgiving. From there, I was off to the airport to retrieve Brian, who was home for five days in total. Thursday morning I enjoyed a chilly run and then got to visit with the parents Runnells before heading to Grandma and Grandpa Runnells house for Thanksgiving Day. The food and the company were great, and by the time we headed home, I happily realized I had my fill of laughter and green bean casserole that day. On Friday, Brian and I decided to take ca...