reasons why i'm grateful

-i have a great husband who drove 10 hours each way, so i could go to the wedding of a dear friend.

-i have an adorable dog that is the absolute LOVE of jason and i's lives

-jason thinks i'm beautiful not matter how thin or fat i am.

-i have a friendship with my mother and sister that i never thought i would

-we have wonderful neighbors who we absolutely adore

-i had a great relationship with my dad, and many memories that i'll always have - and not many regrets about things i would have done differently. above all, he knew that i loved him, and i knew that he loved me.

-my nephew is the happiest 6 year old i know. he still loves his auntie, but doesn't like to talk on the phone as much.

-jason and i have a home that is truly OUR home, feels like home , and we just love being here

-i have friends that i may not see everyday, or talk to every week, but real friends with no drama, who love and care about me

-i'm grateful for books. i read them too fast, but they afford me a nice distraction and getaway, and sometimes even inspiration.

-i'm grateful for my life. and hope that the quality of it will improve soon.