sentimental gratitude

'tis the season to give thanks, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to make a list of things we’re grateful for.

minnesota:
1. the love of my life who’s my partner in crime, my one and only, my joy, my oxygen
2. my family and friends whom i love and miss very much
3. lucky’s family whom i love and miss very much
4. health – i’m ever getting closer to running a marathon!
5. strength – i’m stronger than i look, you know
6. courage – how else could we have moved from indiana to oregon without jobs or a place to live?
7. creativity – it’s a beautiful thing
8. dark chocolate – it’s gotten me through some rough times
9. intelligence – it’s also gotten me through some rough times
10. laughter – it’s gotten me through the roughest times
11. sunrises and sunsets – they’re gorgeous daily gifts
12. adventure – what life is all about
13. puddle diving – one of life’s simplest pleasures
14. the little things – a smile, a touch, an encouraging word, flowers for no reason
15. diamonds! just kidding – wanted to see if you were still reading
16. fresh strawberries – they’re nature’s most perfect food
17. thunderstorms
18. ocean waves and soft breezes
19. meditation
20. most of all, i’m grateful for love – to love and be loved

lucky:
1. my twin soul, my calm in the storm, my teacher of faith, and a love stronger than the oceans
2. my family and their unconditional love and support
3. minnesota's family and their ever-growing understanding
4. kandinsky and indy and their unconditional love
5. friends who provide laughter and love
6. my good health - the result of a regular workouts and eating lots of fruits and vegetables
7. the simple things in life – sunshine when you don’t expect it, the comfort of an embrace, rollerskating
8. grandmama’s chocolate cake – the cupcakes here are a decent substitution, but definitely not the real thing
9. the good nature of most people in the world
10. belly laughs – the kind “America’s Funniest Videos” create
11. flowing creative juices – their power is amazing
12. the people who are still reading our blog
13. thunderstorms – I’m missing those a lot
14. krystal cheeseburgers, sonic chili cheese dogs and cherry limeade – i have papa to thank for introducing me to krystal
15. my job – it’s fantastic to enjoy going to work
16. art and music
17. freedom to travel
18. romantic comedies
19. electricity
20. fearlessness – there’s really nothing to be afraid of

happy thanksgiving everyone! as always, we’re sending love and hugs across the miles.