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I am Thankful for...

11/24/2011

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Happy Thanksgiving to Everyone!

As I sit down to write this morning – I realizing two things…

1.     I have a lot to be thankful for.

2.     The holidays are still a hard time of year.

Each day – good things happen, I laugh, I smile…sometimes cry…I live.  I am thankful for my family, my friends, my animals…  For Team Vogel, meeting new people, talking to strangers and finding a connection…

Today as I reflect on where life has taken me and how I got here, I realized how grateful, thankful (you pick the word) I am for my job.  About 1 year ago, 2 ladies decided to take a chance on me and hire me.  I truly do not know where I would be had this path not presented itself.

My boss embraces me for me, believes in me and accepts me.  Most important, she is always there for me.

My co-worker (sometimes partner in crime…I can’t believe they allow us to work together) has become a true friend.  She has listened to me on some of my toughest days, celebrated on good ones, and spiced up the boring mornings. 

The students have taught me to embrace the small things and make the best of each situation.  They bring out the best in me (most days :)…). 

And to the two new staff members, that started this year, you are both truly the perfect fit.  We are a unique team that many only dream of having.

All I can say is – thank you.  Thank you for giving me the purpose I needed to get out of bed, find my way, and keep going.  I don’t like to reflect on what might have been, but I know I would not be where I am today without all of you.

To the Miller Mentoring Crew – Miller Thanksgiving!

And the Holidays …  Waking up this morning I realized how tough they can sometimes be, a time for family and friends…  Man – I miss you Joe. 

So – I thought it would be good to look back at our last Thanksgiving together.  (Hard to believe this will be my 2nd without you…)  We were off to South Carolina to meet up with your sister, Chuck and Nate (Theo too – but he was still in belly).

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Although he was trying to look grumpy - I am sure he was smiling behind his mask.
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No words... Just another classic photo of Joe and I :).

We would always capture the moments on the plane.  You were pretty excited to wear a mask…OK – maybe you wanted to kill me for making you wear one.  You made the best of it – like you did with everything in life.

We had a good visit and even ventured down to Georgia to have dinner with my aunt and uncle. 

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Although you are there and I am here - me in one window...you in the other - I love you more each day, I am thankful for all the time we had, and can’t wait til I see you again.  Until then Mr. Joe – 143.

I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving and creates many new memories.  And to all those in the Carolinas – I hope you are ready…I will be landing on Thursday.

Love and hugs –

Rach

4 Comments
Sue
11/24/2011 08:11:58 am

Rach,
We just finished our Thanksgiving dinner. We talked of the Thanksgiving's that you all came to visit and enjoy some warm weather and southern food. We missed you all. It was very quiet with just the four of us. We look forward to seeing you on Friday! We are ready for ya. We hope you can stay with us for a couple of days. See you soon.

Autie, Susie

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Deb Blom
11/24/2011 10:22:59 am

Just to let you know, you and your co-worker are fun to talk to during the day!!
You two crack me up!! Keep smiling!! You guys make me smile!! Make sure that pencil sharpener is turned the right way each day!! LOL

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Angela Vogel Daley
11/25/2011 02:10:27 am

I was just remembering all the Thanksgivings that Joe came to visit me. I don't think I've been to MN for Thanksgiving since I moved to Charlotte, and that's because Joe came down almost every year, including my first year away. We're excited for you to come down next weekend and RAGE with you - and I know Joe will be there with us, shaking his head at your antics. ;) xoxo

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Barb link
11/26/2011 05:44:09 pm

Beautiful post, Rachel. So many of us are thankful for you too, and you are so perfect for the work that you do. I am grateful for all your help and support and the way you inspire me when you work with those kids. You are a joy to have around... even when things aren't easy. A perfect fit for Miller Mentoring.

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    Joe Vogel began his battle with cancer in 2006. He became a leader in his community and a hero among his friends and family. He made it his personal mission to help in the fight against cancer. His wife Rachel is carrying out his dream to help families dealing with cancer and to find a cure for this disease.

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