I really enjoy the quality time I get to spend with my entire family without the pressures of purchasing the "perfect gift." I know that's not what Christmas is supposed to be about, but inevitably it always is. Thanksgiving, however, comes without paying that price - figuratively and literally! I also really like the opportunity, or reminder rather, to reflect upon what I'm thankful for. Let's take a looksies.
This year I am thankful for...
My husband. Nathan has been an incredible support system for me in the storms I've weathered this past year. And he still decided to marry me through all of my tantrums so I'm very thankful for that! Really though, he is amazing, and I'm thankful he is in my life; thankful I get to call him my husband. Take a moment and let that sentimental mush soak in... and we're moving on!
My family. I really am fortunate to have the family I have. I love each member and am able to recognize the unique qualities they add to my life. I am incomplete without them! I have a pretty outstanding relationship with my parents, and my relationships with my brother and sister are quite superb. This year, I am especially thankful for my mother and her courage and strength. She truly is second to none an I can only aspire to be half the mom she has been to me! I love ya, Mom!
My fur children - Gisele and Atlas. Yes, they drive me crazy but I love them to pieces. Gisele has been my steady girl since she was four weeks old, and she's currently sneaking in the door to her seventh year. Atlas has been an endearing mess these past few months, but he is definitely my comic relief! I have grown to love him to the moon and back! Together, they are hell on padded feet but we wouldn't have it any other way.
My job. I know that I am very fortunate to have a job in this economy, and I was lucky to jump into a career-type position directly out of college. I am thankful that I am able to do something I love for a living! Continuing on that track...
My class! Man, do I love the kids I get to spend eight hours a day with! Sometimes they can drive me bonkers, but when they give me the random hugs my heart.literally.melts. Seriously. I really wouldn't trade my kiddos for anything in the world, and I'm thankful I have the bunch I do.
Macaroni and cheese. Without you, Velveeta individual cups of deliciousness, I would not have lunch 75 percent of the time. I am thankful for your nourishment!
Pinterest / Blog world. I am thankful for the Internet and such to help fuel the creativity I sometimes am lucky enough to have course through my veins. Haha!
Ok, I could really go on forever about everything I'm thankful for (like the warm, fuzzy slipper socks keeping my feet toasty right now, and my XM radio, and mountain dew!), but I think I'll stop the list there.
Bottom line? I'm thankful for a lot. How about you?
