I have been keeping a gratitude journal for just over a month now.  Not every day, but at least a few times a week. This week I have been extra grateful for my mom.  She was able to take a ten day break from her mission and had some great times while she was here.  K-1's high school graduation, K-3's 6th grade graduation, S, DH & M's soccer games, DJ's piano recital and S's grandparents day.  It was so great for us to have her here for these events. Yesterday we were all able to get together at her house and have a great bbq dinner and then visit Dad's grave at the cemetery. This morning mom hopped on a plane and headed back to Fresno to finish out her mission.  Only 3 1/2 months left!  It wasn't too hard to say goodbye yesterday, since we know September will be here before we know it!