Gobble gobble thanks

The gentle sound of the rain on the metal roof above my head is serene and soothing. The squeaky tennis shoes of my learned peers wreaks streaks of momentary alarm through my mind, but it’s quickly shaken off by the beautiful grey landscape through the large windows directly in front of me. Today is going to be a slow, sleepy kind of day, but who doesn’t need one of those every so often? I love listening to the quiet murmurs of education as students gather at tables and computer kiosks to study, discuss homework, or talk about their Thanksgiving plans.

Thanksgiving. What an ironic holiday. However, it’s one of my favorites. I love cooking food to share with others. I love spending time with my whole family without the pressure of buying gifts or decorating. I love learning about what everyone is thankful for, including myself.

This Thanksgiving I’m thankful for quite a lot.

I am thankful for my family. In many ways they all drive me crazy, but I’m thankful that they are always there for me and I’m thankful that I am able to provide for them when they need it. I am thankful that they are able to share Thanksgiving with me, and I’m thankful that I know they love me and they know I love them.

I am thankful for my friends. I don’t know what I would do without them. I am thankful that they haven’t grown tired of my endless sexual innuendo jokes and boy crazy nature. I am thankful they tolerate my loud voice and boisterous attitude. I am thankful they support me, even when I’ve done something silly. I am thankful they have such great advice to give me. I am thankful to know they love me and that they know I love them. I am thankful for their successes and thankful that I am so lucky to know them.

I’m thankful for my health. I’m thankful that I have the ability to be healthy. I’m thankful that I took the initiative all those months ago to become a healthier person. I’m thankful that I am strong enough and determined enough to stick to those choices and keep moving forward and upward.

I am thankful for the privilege of earning an education.

I am thankful for the ability to buy food and have a roof over my head. (In other words, I’m thankful for my job.)

I am thankful for life, love, and the pursuit of happiness.

I am thankful for the ability to read and write.

I am thankful for the privilege of loving others and of being loved.

I am thankful. 

What are you thankful for?