Thanksgiving 2011

I like to think I spend a lot of time reflecting on all of the things I have to be grateful for. And I do. But, it’s not all that often that I write those things down. So, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’d like to share my gratitude list.

The Top 43 Things I Am Grateful For:

1. My 15 year old son, Justin. For he is truly the light of my life, even when he drives me nuts.

2. My Mother and My Father. Their undying love and support forever amazes me. And, for providing a roof over my head, food in my stomach, and the never-ending supply of toilet paper and laundry detergent. No, seriously. Thank you for that.

3. My whole entire family. Both sides. We may be crazy, and slightly dysfunctional, but I’d be nothing without each and every one of you. And we sure know how to have a fun time together.

4. My Best Friends. You all know who you are.

5. The Written Word.

6. My Blog.

7. Your Blogs: Because each and every one of you [at one time or another] have made me laugh, made me cry, held my hand, inspired me, and taught me so very much.

8. My Apple Computer and my iPhone.

9. The Internet. Including Facebook and Twitter.

10. My Journals.

11. My Camera.

12. Television.

13. Music.

14. Sleeping-In.

15. Starbucks Coffee.

16. Newport 100’s.

17. Hard Rain and Thunderstorms.

18. Golf.

19. New Socks.

20. Fresh Linens

21. Fabreeze and other assorted Cleaning Products.

22. Mason Jars and Bendy Straws.

23. Scented Candles.

24. A Great Book.

25. Pajamas. And Pajama Jeans.

26. Good Food.

27. Art, Museums, and Theater.

28. The ‘Essential PMS Kit.

29. My Sense Of Humor.

30. My Brains.

31. Heated Debates.

32. Love.

33. Fireplaces.

34. Change.

35. My Past.

36. My Present.

37. My Future.

38. Laughter.

39. Tears.

40. Baby Wipes.

41. KHCC.

42. My Monday Night Posse.

And lastly…

* 43. BEING ALIVE. Yanno. Especially since I almost died, back in July.

I hope everyone has a safe, fun-filled, and wonderful Thanksgiving. Enjoy this fabulous holiday week!

THANKSGIVING 2011 FAMILY PHOTOS

*What are some of the things YOU are grateful for this year?

About Meleah

Mother. Writer. Television Junkie. Pajama Jean Enthusiast.
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66 Responses to Thanksgiving 2011

  1. Selma says:

    Happy Thanksgiving, Meleah. I am grateful for you. You are a special, extraordinary lady. It has enriched my life to know you. Have a great Thanksgiving day xxx

  2. Aww! Selma!

    You have done the same for me!
    I am so happy your home from the hospital and healing.
    I was SOFA KING worried about you.

    xoxoxo

  3. Lucy says:

    Wow, what a great list!  Hey, so you like those pajama jeans?  Well, I have been wanting to try them and just not sure but if they make your top 41, well, I gotta give them a shot!!
    Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!!

  4. Oh Lucy,

    You TOTALLY need PJ Jeans.
    Seriously.

    My mom & my brother’s girlfriend ALSO bought them ­ because they are TRULY awesomeness.

  5. Anna Lefler says:

    What a lovely post!  I love your list…

    Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

    🙂  Anna

  6. Anonymous says:

    I think we should all do a list like that, it’s too easy to get caught up in the bad that we forget the good!

  7. Anonymous says:

    Ok, that’s a long list to be thankful for.  I can relate to a number of them:

    #2, #3, #4 #6 (big time), #9 (just not twitter), #11, #12 (too much), #13, #17 (we need more), #19 (what about new underwear?), #24, #26, #30 – 39, and #43.   We all have a lot of blessings that we sometimes take for granted and I am glad you have some many to be grateful for.  

    The only ones I could add are sorta like Terri’s (home, health, dogs) plus a few of my own (scotch).  Happy Thanksgiving to the whole Mel crew!

  8. Anonymous says:

    I love your gratitude list, Meleah (well, except maybe for that Apple computer).  And yes, being alive.  At 67 I don’t take that so much for granted anymore.    Happy Thanksgiving …

  9. Anonymous says:

    I say amen to each and every item on your list, including my iPhone and Starbucks, but I especially responded to your note about your son. I always tell my kids that I love them even though they make me crazy. Because I do and they do.
    🙂
    Traci

  10. Jules says:

    Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

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