During this time of year, I always think of the things I’m thankful for. And every year I’ve been blogging, I’ve posted something about those things. This year is no different.
- I’m most thankful for my wonderful husband. The past 12.5 years haven’t been easy, but they’ve certainly been worth it. I look forward to another 12.5 years, whatever challenges and happiness they may bring!
- I’m thankful for my kitties. They’re so much fun to be around. They always know when I’ve had a bad day and they try to make it better by spending time with me or loving me.
- I’m thankful for my Savior, Jesus Christ, without Whom I’d be nothing. I’m thankful that He loves me more than I can even comprehend. I’m thankful that He sacrificed Himself so I can once again return to my Heavenly Father. I’m thankful that He knows how I’m feeling and that He can give me comfort when I need it most.
- I’m thankful for the Vigues. I feel kind of rude singling them out among all my friends, but there are so many reasons I feel I have to single them out. They’ve been through it all, the good and the bad, with Corey and me, and they’ve been so supportive during the times we’ve needed it. They treat us like family and I consider them just as much a part of my family as I do my blood relatives, even more sometimes. Often times, I feel like their adorable children are actually mine and Corey’s. I’m thankful Ali and Tyler are willing to share them with us as much as they do!
- I’m thankful for my trials. I didn’t think I’d ever get to a point when I could say that truthfully, but I truly am thankful for them. I’ve learned so much from having to suffer as I have and I’ve become a better person for it. I’ve realized what’s most important and I’ve also realized how wonderful it is to be aware of my surroundings and not take anything for granted. I would’ve never realized that without the trials I’ve been through.
- I’m thankful for 12-step programs. I’ve been participating in a 12-step program specifically for co-dependents. Even though I’ve only been doing this for a month and I’m still on step 1, I can see how much it has helped me in my life already. I’m excited I’m learning how to be independent and not expect others to do things for me because I can do them for myself. I’m also excited I’m beginning to realize my worth. And, I’m excited I’m learning it’s okay to be assertive and tell people that I’m not okay with something.
- I’m thankful for the opportunity to go to school. I missed going to school; I felt like my life was wasting away because it didn’t really have any purpose. But now, I feel like I have purpose again. I feel like I’m walking down a path to better myself and it’s a very good feeling.
- I’m thankful for my family. Even though I may not see some of them very often and my relationship isn’t the best with some of them anymore, I’m still grateful for them. Without them, I wouldn’t be who I am today. I’m especially grateful for those members that I do have a good relationship with because they help me realize I still have family I can count on.
- I’m thankful for my friends. I love my friends and I love how much they enrich my life just by knowing them. I love being able to have fun with them, cry with them, and just know them.
- I’m thankful for my job. Even though I hate my job more than I can express in words, I’m thankful I have one. I know there are so many people out there who don’t have jobs and I could be one of them.
There are so many more people and things I’m thankful for, but I think the list could go on forever; I’d never be able to list everything. I’m truly blessed and I’m thankful I know who my blessings come from. Happy Thanksgiving!






