My friend, Erin at The Mother Load shared a wonderful list of things she’s grateful for today and asked “What are you feeling grateful for?” I wanted to join her in focusing on the good things in my life, my abundance of blessings, the people who bring me so much joy. In no particular order, I am grateful for:
* My sweet husband. We’ve been apart far too much this month and I miss being together, sharing our days, simply being in the same room together. Everything is better when we’re together. Saturday can’t come soon enough.
* My two children. They can be rascals and drive me crazy, but I adore them.
* Candy. It’s a lifesaver with Erin for her kids. I like to have it on hand for a rough day for myself.
* My family. It’s been far too long since I’ve seen my sisters and their families. I loved seeing my nieces and nephews, introducing my kids to my family, and spending times together.
* The ocean. I know I’ve mentioned it frequently recently, but I love the peace I feel when I see it. For me, the ocean represents home.
* The new home I’ve built. Being away from my house, my friends, my everyday life for so long has truly helped me to appreciate what I have.
* My blog and my blog friends. You are incredible and I’m so grateful to know you. People who dismiss the blogging community are truly missing out on some incredible friendships.
* My mini Dallas vacation. It was a piece of heaven and I loved it! I kind of wish it had been the finale of my vacation.
* My faith. Life is complex and I am so grateful that my faith gives me an eternal perspective through my joys and trials.
* My work. I’ve always wanted to write professionally and I love being a freelance writer.
* Lastly, I’m grateful to be me and I’m not certain I could have always said that about myself.
What are you grateful for?
I am grateful to have had the privilege of holding my mother’s hand and laying by her side the day that she died. Had I not experienced that, I would have never understood the true love I felt for her!
Such a sweet list! It’s so nice to stop and take time to remember our blessings. I tend to get caught up in the negative and forget to think about all the good I have in my life.
That is a great list! I’m thankful for my husband, my family, my friend’s, my pets, my home, the clothes on my back, air conditioners, fans, being healthy and many others things! Have a great weekend! 🙂