Giving Thanks

Although some may call this a challenging year for the Boatengs, Kwame and I consider ourselves to be very blessed.  We actually have a lot to be thankful for this year ... best of all, we found out that we are going to be parents of the little girl who's been living in my belly for the past 7 1/2 months!  We also met a lot of great friends, traveled the country and spent a lot of quality time together while Kwame was in grad school.  

Let us not forget that we also dog-sat for the cutest little puggle (Miss Denver) and kept her healthy and safe for 9 months while her owner was deployed.  I returned Denver to Theresa in October ... it was sad to see her go, but in the 9 months we had her she gained 7 pounds (a growth spurt I swear) and learned how to shake and lay down - quite the accomplishment!  

Miss Denver Tran-Boateng

Kwame and I both learned how to cook a few more delectable dishes and actually got a few compliments on our cuisine from guests!  We vacationed in Jamaica and Hawaii.  Oh, and let me not forget that in this year -2008- we elected the first black President of the United States! All in all we can't complain, we have our health and the support of our family and our friends, but I would be lying if I didn't tell you that we are anxiously awaiting the birth of our daughter in February 2009 (the due date was changed back to Feb 2) and Kwame's return from Iraq in September 2009!

My brother and my sisters on Thanksgiving Day at Kwame's Dad's house in Ossining, NY 

I may be 30 weeks but I still got it!!

my youngest brother-in-law pointing to the BABY

So you may be wondering ... what was Kwame doing on Thanksgiving while we were here in Jersey and New York doing the two-step and eating turkey and collard greens ... he was enjoying a 2 gallon tin of Garrett's Popcorn (the best popcorn in the WORLD) ... not too shabby if you ask me!

Kwame's Garrett's Popcorn Ad