Tis the season to be Thankful....

In light of Turkey Day approaching us quickly I figured I would give some thought to what I am Thankful for. I have been through so much in the past year and God has blessed me with so much good in my life. I have SO much to be thankful for.Sometimes it’s just best if we sit down, relax, and think about what life has given us. Reflect on the good fortunes that have made themselves present on the path we walk, and appreciate those individuals who have made a mark on our lives for the better. Although the world is littered with people who cannot easily see why they should be thankful for one thing, the sad fact is that this type of individual may not have enough time in the day to stop and reflect upon what they have, and how much they should value their own life. Sometimes, they don’t have enough love and affection in their heart because they haven’t had that same affection shown to them. So, for this Thanksgiving season, I want us to sit down, reflect on what makes our lives important, happy, and worthwhile, and share with others what makes our lives so special. Regardless of the trials and troubles we face, the positive influences must outshine the negative ones.

1.My family--I can not even begin to describe what an incredible family I have. They are my family, my friends, my support group. God truly blessed me by giving me a family that loves me no matter how bad I screw up...They love me flaws and all. They love me for me...my potty mouth, my stupid goober laugh, and they love me enough to call me on my BS. I would never ever ask for a better family than God blessed me with. I am truly lucky because I know some people who would do anything to have a family like I have...So I am Thankful for them.


2. My health---Yes I am happy I am healthy! I am alive...I am well.I haven't had any major health complications and I even made it thru the swine flu ok (even though I felt just short of death!!!!). You sort of take that for granted sometimes...your health and well being and we shouldn't. God has blessed me with eyes to watch life flourish in front of me, ears to hear the soundtrack of my life play over and over again, and a body that allows me to teach and help others feel better about themselves.So I am Thankful for my health and well being.


3.MUSICA!!!! I am Thankful for the delightful tunes that play in my ear,or powerfully orchestrated pieces can change your entire mood. I’m thankful that music is an integral part of my daily life. The world of music is vast and expansive. Whether we tend to stick to one genre or allow ourselves to appreciate all kinds of musical masterpieces, we all have a different nook or cranny that we dwell in when it comes to music. I like everything from my cheesy 80’s music,to Sara Bareilles who can move me to tears by simply singing a simple lyric of "something always brings me back to you..." to the Kings of Leon who make me shake my rump thing and groove and move to the playlist appropriately titled "life". Music is therapy for me. It's good for the soul. It allows you to connect with certain feelings and emotions you never knew existed within you and it lets you know, you are not alone. Therefore, I am thankful for music.


4. My friends. Moving back to the Falls was bittersweet for me because not only was I leaving the greatest city I have ever known, I was leaving my friends who had been such an integral part of my life for over 7 years.I love and miss them every single day but I know they will always be there for me no matter where I am or what I am doing and vice versa. I now totally 100% believe that God works in mysterious ways. Upon my return to The Falls town I have gotten the chance to develop relationships here that have been my saving grace. There are a few people I feel the need to Thank personally but one in particular b/c without her I would not be where I am at this very moment.

Sa-wah--My mother always told me that out of every bad comes some good. She was SO RIGHT. I won't bore you with all the gory details but let's just say our bond was because of a giant doucher(who shall remain nameless) but she was the good that came out of that relationship. We knew each other in high school but it wasn't until we decided to get a beer and talk...that we discovered a friendship that has been my saving grace. She is an honest, opinionated, HILARIOUS, absolutely beautiful soul. I have never met someone so kind and giving in my life. We can geek out together,we share our mutual love of wine, how adorable we look in beanies and dancing like crazy girls to Glee musical montages. I love her drunken attemtps to play me the guitar ( I laugh cause she always forgets the lyrics but the girl can jam)My closet has expanded exponentally since moving in with her and to be honest I even love her Gatos...despite the fact they are a little crazy...We have a happy little home =) So, I am THANKFUL for my roomie =-)


5. My job
Man, talk about blessings!!!!! I didn't expect to get a job like this when I moved back here. With so many losing jobs b/c of this economy, I figured I'd have to go back to bartending...but God truly blessed me by putting me in a profession that makes me soooooo happy! I am lucky to have a knack for this too.Who knew being a Financial Aid counselor could be so stinkin rewarding? I have grown up professionally AND personally since working at MSU. I have met truly amazing people, students, and the women I work with have to be 9 of the most taleneted, intelligent people I have ever met in my life. I can honestly say I have a CAREER now. Kinda makes me feel like a real grown-up when I say that! So, I am Thankful for my job.

And a few more things: Hugs,a gentle calming rain,My belief and love for God, sisters, weenie dogs, laughter, Freedom, compliments, a scenic drive, Nanas and Grandads, rainbows, sunrises and sunsets, The smell and colors of Fall, warm kisses, white fluffy cloads, true friends, honest people, but mostly I am Thankful I am alive to get to experience all these wonderful things. I encourage everyone to take the time to sit down and think about what they are Thankful for...Because we never know when it could be taken from us.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!

One love folks...Im out!