I myself sometimes feel the need to just vent all of my frustrations, but aren't there good things to vent about to? My H and I have been together about a year and a half-married 7 months after getting together. Looking back I think we both realize that we moved a bit too quickly, but we love each other and we are committed to our marriage and family. I have a BS age 4 and a SS age 6. BS FT and SS 50/50 custody. Co-parenting in this situation isn't for everyone, but it's what we want for our family. We argue and disagree but we also talk things out and do our best to meet in the middle. Both of us want what is best for our boys and have to be understanding that bonding and blending takes time. Some days are great, and some days i'm so angry and frustrated that I question what I got myself into. But at the end of the day I'm thankful for the messy days that we overcome, because we always come out stronger. I'm thankful that I have a H that is a great father to his own son but also shows my BS love, attention, and affection. I'm thankful that I can come home and cook (I love cooking btw) a nice meal for my boys and in turn my H cleans the kitchen. I'm thankful that we both agree that we can always be working on ourselves to be better. I'm thankful that even if I am not my SS's BM I still have a special role in his life. I'm thankful that tomorrow is always a new day. And i'm thankful that though our dynamic may pose some challenging seasons, that we all have a lot of love for each other. I live for moments that my SS and BS cuddle up next to me instead of dad and I feel like I must be doing something right.

What are you thankful for in your blended family?