Be Thankful

In honor of Thanksgiving as we celebrate it in the United States, here is a list of the things that I'm thankful for:

• My two beautiful, sweet, kind and funny kids - I must be doing something right because they're just amazing little human beings. Every day I strive to be a better person in part because of them.
• My husband.  This journey of mine hasn't been easy on him yet he stays right by my side and is trying so hard to be there for me.  It doesn't go unnoticed.
• Friends.  I have several "real life" friends that I've entrusted to share this blog. You know who you are.  I shared with you because I trust you with my deepest darkest secrets.  Yet it didn't scare you away.  On the contrary, it brought us closer and I am forever grateful to you. 
• Three amazing counselors who refuse to give up on me.
• All of my online friends and readers of this blog, who have pulled me back from the brink so many times just with a kind word or a virtual hug.
• Amazing in-laws who love me unconditionally.
• Books. 
• Personal growth.  This journey has been far from easy, but I'm learning so much and I'm becoming so much stronger.  I am proud of the progress I've made.
• and last but not least: Chocolate. ;)

Be Thankful 

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Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don't know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a difference.

It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.

Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.