The Little Things
August 21, 2014

Since last Thursday, I’ve had some great highs and painful lows in my life, and yet here I find myself, back in a spot of gratitude. Here’s what I’m feeling deeply grateful for today, as I recognize the blessings and provisions in my life.

I’m thankful for the chance to bike in Northern Michigan and visit Mackinac Island. The bike ride was absolutely amazing , and I absolutely loved spending the day on Mackinac Island as well. The fact that I got to do this as part of my job made it just that much better. I’m so glad for the conversations I had on the trip, the things I saw and experienced, and the ride that I had.

I’m thankful for my cat. Pooky was one of the most loving and funny little cats I’ve ever met. I’m so thankful I had 17 years to love him and be loved by him and to enjoy him as part of my life. I’m still trying to wrap my mind around the fact that he’s gone, and that I’ll never get to hold him again or have his arms around my neck or see him run up to me when I walk in the house. That part of me is sad, but a huge part of me is overwhelmingly thankful that I ever had the chance to have him in the first place. It’s the privilege of loving…

I’m thankful for a supportive group of friends. I get by with a little (and sometimes a lot!) of help from my friends! Honestly, I’m so lucky to have the group of friends that I do! I realize it when times are good, but when I hit a tough spot in life, I become overwhelmed with how lucky I really am.

I’m thankful for nature. I feel so much more grounded and peaceful when I go outside or even have my windows open. I’m thankful for getting to dead head and water my plants, to walk and run and feel the ground beneath me, and to hear the animals around me.

I’m thankful for fudge. I had to throw a lighthearted one in here. I ate close to a pound of fudge while I was on the island, and it was totally worth it. I actually really am missing it right now…

Now it’s your turn to share! What are you thankful for today?

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