Giving Thanks

Today and every day I am thankful for many things. I'd just like to list a few of my favorites.


-My family: my Mom, Dad and Animals. Going home to them when I take breaks from school is such a huge blessing. I can't imagine going to college in another state and being able to see them less and less. I am thankful for those weekends when I just need a warm hug, a home-cooked meal and couch time with my Daddy.


-My friends: I have so many! For those friends that I have known longer, and they live in my hometown, getting to see them when I can is a special blessing. And even one of my best friends who lives all the way in Australia! Those new friends that I have met at school seem to be making the studying and stress-taking a lot easier. Without some of my very best friends I would be completely lost. Those friends that I write letters to, not getting to see them is so hard sometimes, but in the end I just look forward to opening my mailbox. So, Kadence, Amelia, Oliver, Megan, Matt Austin D, Alayna, Ivan, Jamie, Tyler, Charlie, Joel, Caleb, Emily, Charlie, Erin, Caitlin, Ixchel, Megan O, Landon, Matt L, Josh, and Matt D, thank you all so much for being who you are. 


-My sister, getting to talk to her a little bit more and getting a little bit closer, step by step. Andrea, I am so happy to have been able to meet you. I love you so much.


-Creepy websites like Datemyschool.com, for helping me meet such nice guys, some of which live on the other side of the country. I am thankful for those new connections.


-My home, even though my mother keeps it at such a cold temperature, it's still nice.


-The postal service, who bring me all of my letters, and send all of mine away to some very special people. There are some very large packages coming your way, mail men, be ready!


-My wonderful father who makes our turkey every year. This time for 19 people! For taking me to soccer games, for ordering me pizza, for bringing me coffee, for giving me bear hugs, for being such a great dad. I love you, Daddy.


-My amazing mama, for calling me a "sour patch", for joking with me, for talking to me when I'm lonely, for her laugh, for adopting me, for pushing me towards my goals. I love you, Mommy.


-My kitty cat and doggie, Ethel and Sadie, thank you for cuddling with me, for being there when I cry and for being so darn cute.


-For the Chapel, for keeping me close with so many wonderful people, and bringing me closer to God.


-For the Lord who continues to bless me, even though I do not deserve it. I am so thankful for His never-ending love and grace.