Lots To Be Thankful 4!

Maybe it's because I'm now 30 (older and hopefully becoming wiser?!) but this year I'm finding myself more thankful for and aware of the things that are part of my daily life. Some of which includes: hot water to shower with, streets that are paved, high-speed Internet, the freedom to agree or disagree, being able to afford to eat at my favorite brunch place, having G&Ts legal, the ability to walk in my neighborhood and feel safe, the ability to walk in general...I could go on, but I think you get the point.

This year Jarett and I will continue our tradition of 4 Thanksgivings. In the past I have become stressed with trying to fit in seeing everyone, but this year I am really looking forward to each of our Thanksgivings. While it's a whirlwind 2 days of eating and socializing, I am thankful that I have four groups of family in which to share this holiday and spend time with. So while I'm piling my plates full of mashed potatoes and cranberries (my favorites), I'm going to remember my new outlook and will not worry about scarfing down my food so that I can run off to the next dinner (or how my thighs will be getting bigger with each additional meal).

Happy Thanksgiving! As always, I am thankful for my family and friends.

 

I was going to post a picture of President Obama pardoning this year's turkey (did you know that tradition started in 1989?). Instead I will leave you with this turkey image from Halloween, 2006.

An American Thanksgiving: the turkey and the eagle