{ Thankful }

Today, we're thankful for friendships that enrich our lives. 

In particular, we are grateful for "Uncle Pauly"

and the opportunity we have to visit with him this week. 

For those of you who don't know Paul, he is Joe's best buddy who now lives in the sunny state of California.  Speaking as a wife, I thank God my husband has such great friends who encourage him personally and spiritually.  Not to mention Claire, who absolutely adores him.  Can a 2 year old have a crush?  Seeing Claire fawn over Paul, I think there's a strong chance of it.   

Here's Joe and Paul raking leaves - well that's what they said they were doing.  It looks to me like they're having some sort of Strong Man Competition, which I'm pretty sure Claire came out the champion.