Thanksgiving

It feels very strange not cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year but the extra time allows me the time to think about the purpose behind the holiday, giving thanks.

Top 10

1. My family. I am grateful for each and everyone of them from my 101 year old grandfather to the grandchild who is on her way. They continue to guide me along this journey and through my joys and sorrows helping me become the best that I can be.

2. My friends. Many of my friends have become synonymous with family. They are the safe place where I can be who I really am with no concern of judgment.

3. My house. It is much more than a shelter; it is my refuge. In year 3 of the remodel, I still smile the minute I walk through the door every single day.

4. A job that renews me everyday where I am respected for all that I bring to the table be it strengths or challenges.

5. The ability to live in northern California where everything is beautiful every day of the year.

6. My dog, Jack who is the true embodiment of unconditional love.

7. My good health both physical and mental. I have felt a glimmer of my impending age and witnessed the pain of mental imbalance. My health is the #1 thing that I take for granted until it is lost.

8. Clean air and water on our beautiful planet Earth

9. Food, especially cheese and chocolate

10. Love from all those who have touched my life in little and giant ways teaching me over and over again that I am worthy of it.

Happy Thanksgiving!