I used to do a Thankful post on almost every Thursday.  Somehow I've gotten completely off track with those.  This thankful list is to make up for all the Thursdays I've missed lately. I'm thankful for...

1. My beautiful new baby boy Arthur -- He is such a joy.  Even at only 1 1/2 months, he has such personality.  Can't wait to see what he does next.
2. All the nurses and doctors at Kaiser Santa Clara -- Even with some complications during surgery, Arthur and I had a great birth and recovery experience.  I was especially grateful for the skin-to-skin time immediately after he came out.  I didn't get that with the twins so this was extra special.
3. J -- For being there for me throughout and helping around the house, especially right afterward.
4. Nick and Alex -- For being awesome sons.  And for their excitement at officially meeting their baby brother at Christmas.  I can't wait to spend time with all three of my boys.
5. Caffeine -- A new parent's best friend.  I cut back to almost nothing during pregnancy, which makes a small reintroduction that much sweeter.  I don't consume much, but it's nice to have a strong cup of coffee in the morning to get my day going.
6. Friends and family -- For all the congratulations, best wishes, and gifts.  While we have kept mostly to our little family of three, it's nice to know that others are thinking about us.
7. Christmas -- For the time to spend with friends and family.  I'm looking forward to visiting with everyone, and showing off Arthur of course.  And I get to meet two babies born this past year.  And I get to spend two whole weeks with the twins.  And I get to have awesome home cooked meals (thanks mom!).  And hopefully we get a white Christmas (I miss those living in California).  And I get to go eat at all the restaurants and shop at all the stores that I don't have in California.
8. The good weather -- For allowing Arthur and I to get out of the house even if it's just a quick walk to the coffee shop.  If we still lived in Indiana, it would be difficult to make myself get out and about in super cold temperatures.  Here I can still wear sandals if I want and Arthur only needs a light blanket to be snug.
9. Books -- For keeping me awake and entertained during those middle of the night feedings that seem to drag on and on.
10. Candy Crush on the iPad -- See #9
11. Fellow parents on my Hellobee board -- We are all supporting each other through the struggle of the fourth trimester.  They validate my feelings, fears, and joys and I hope I do the same for them.  Wish I could meet all those ladies and the babies in person... especially my baby birth day twin whose experience so closely mirrors my own.