Did I Mention I'm Thankful?

On this day traditionally reserved for giving thanks, I reflect on this past year and recognize so many things I'm grateful for. I've always had things to be grateful for, I just don't think I fully appreciated them. It's my goal that this awareness never leaves me again. I will be diligent in not only making sure it doesn't, but in making sure my family and loved ones know where my heart is. I'm not shy or embarrassed about letting those I love know it. What's the point in us all being connected if we don't share our feelings, emotions, gratitude...everything. Otherwise, we're cutting ourselves off. The fact I'm so acutely aware of the wonderful things in my life gives me confidence my true thankfulness is here to stay. That feels good. No...great.

I know I will leave some off by accident, but here are some things I'm thankful for:

I have a family I love and who loves me.

The good health of my family.

Texas weather.

Answered prayers. And unanswered prayers, as well.

Chocolate. Coffee. Yummy creamers for my coffee.

Second chances (and third, fourth, fifth and so on...).

Changes. And that God gave me the desire to change and get my head out of the clouds so I can move toward being the woman I was meant to be. The wife. The mom. The friend.

Patience.

A certain, funny 9 year-old boy who has a great, big heart and a resiliency I can only hope to have one day.

An outrageous little blonde-haired, blue-eyed 6 year-old girl with courage and creativity that blows me completely away.

My husband. What can I say? I gave him my heart long ago.

Duke-dog my Boxer.

Scout, aka "damn dog" THE German Shorthaired Pointer.

Dreams.

Forgiveness.

Guardian angels.

Surprises.

Not taking things/people for granted.

Small towns.

Crescent moons and pressed ham.

Hope. Faith. Encouragement.

Parents.

Hugs and kisses.

The small things that mean SO much. And that I not only recognize them, but am grateful for them.

True friends.

Love. Love. Love. Did I mention Love?


Happy Thanksgiving. May you recognize all you have to be thankful for, grab onto it with both hands and never let go. Never be afraid to be thankful.


Always remember and never forget: Always, ALWAYS be thankful for what you have and you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have - you will never, ever have enough.