On Being Thankful.

I'm thankful for a husband who loves me for me. Even though I spend too much money on clothes.

I'm thankful for a dog who wakes me up at 8am on the weekends, but who also knows when I'm sad or sick & won't leave my side until she knows I'm okay.

I'm thankful for my mom & dad who I appreciate more & more the older I get.

I'm thankful for a sister who I don't think I could survive without & who's raising my niece & nephew to be 2 of the sweetest kids I know.

I'm thankful for Matt's mom, who, probably without knowing it, has taught me that strength & faith can get you through the toughest of times.

I'm thankful for Matt's sister who has always treated me like a sister & who's a terrific mom to my 2 niece's.

I'm thankful for my uncle who gets to celebrate Thanksgiving at home with my aunt...almost 3 months after suffering a stroke.

I'm thankful for the relationships I have with my cousins, my dad's sister & Matt's family.

I'm thankful for my friends, a great job, my house, a safe car & my relationship with God.

On this day, let us give thanks to those things that surround us & love us & help us to not take these things for granted.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!