A thankful reminder.
It's hard this time of year with the
changing of seasons, with the teasing of the bitter cold mixed with
50 degree days. The lack of light, the hibernating anxious self
trying to take over. I think being so close to Thanksgiving it's
time for a reminder of what I am thankful for.
I am thankful for:
My husband for being my constant
companion and best friend. For putting up with me and dealing with
my many moods. For remaining a bright light in the darkest
days...for dealing with me when I can't sleep at night by reminding
me I will eventually fall asleep and the world will not end if I
don't. For calming my nerves by his general presence....for not
knowing how deeply and truly I love him and how amazing a person he
is. In this same breath I think I should thank my In-laws for
raising him right....and providing me with this person who feels like
the other half of my soul.
I am thankful for:
My family who knows the past and
present me. Who is proud of my everyday accomplishments, and brags
about them like they are a big deal. Who can tell by the sound of my
voice over the phone if I am upset or happy. Who deal with my
sometimes non-lovable self, and know that I love them even if I am
not the hugging or emotional type. I am thankful for my family for
being IMPERFECT. For teaching me that Normal is boring, and showing
me to always be kind to others because you never know what they are
going through. Thank you Dad, Mom, and Ash.
I am thankful for:
The different friends in my life
near and far who have been there for me through different walks of
life. Such a varied group of personality’s that all fill those
tiny chapters and who have been there for me through different events
and times be it with a kind word, a knowing glance, tear-filled
phone call, or a walk as I sort out my mind. I thank you.
I am thankful for:
My animals for providing a constant
source of entertainment and hard work. From my obese cat, my
neurotic dog, and my 8 egg laying chickens--- I always have something
to do and some creature to fuss over and love.
I am thankful for:
Hands that have learned how to roll pie
dough, bake cakes, get covered in flour and chocolate and butter and
love every minute of it. I thank my Mother, Maam, and my Nanny
Havener for teaching me how to cook and enjoy it.
I am thankful for:
The roof over my head, the shoes on my
feet, a job that pays the bills, the food in my pantry, and the fire
in my wood stove. Such everyday things that not everyone has....I am
thankful that I am lucky enough to have these simple pleasures.
I am thankful for:
Everyday occurrences that I take for
granted sometimes.... The kindness of strangers, the vast deep blue
ocean, hot coffee on a cold day, fresh baked bread, bright green
fields, snowy covered branches, a long walk with my dog, and the
knowing that these things are what make me happy.
