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Starbuck
10-31-2011, 07:36 PM
Songs that heal your soul

Soon
10-31-2011, 07:46 PM
a friend who helped me gain the confidence to buy the home that i love so much today...super appreciative!

sara-bera
10-31-2011, 08:39 PM
I'm thankful for all the love I see around me everyday.

Kenna
10-31-2011, 09:21 PM
....ending my long, sometimes frustrating, workday on a positive note that my advocacy work and inter-department relationships accomplished organizing two state agencies who finally agreed to "petition the court on behalf of" a young sister that needs custody of her teen-age siblings.... I can't give more details here, but it felt good that after she has fought for several years and got no-where, that we finally (after I pushed and insisted) got somewhere. Hearing the relief in her voice and how happy she was really made my day. :goodluck:

My motto below ..."don't let anyone pluck your feathers!"....really fits today's scenario!!

girl_dee
11-01-2011, 06:23 AM
a friend who helped me gain the confidence to buy the home that i love so much today...super appreciative!

congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



I am thankful for a wonderful Samhein ritual, honoring the memory of those who passed on this year.......

CockyDude
11-01-2011, 07:06 AM
At the risk of being repetitive (and extremely shallow);
Blondes
Bikes
Beer

Lynn
11-01-2011, 07:39 AM
I am thankful for the life I have been able to forge for myself after my divorce. Just remarried, after seven years, to my best friend, and I couldn't be happier. We have each other, so we have everything. A drive in the country on a Saturday afternoon feels like we're rich. I'm thankful that I finally had the insight to move on from a life of constraint and sadness. Every time I am around my ex-husband, and I see him interact with my daughters or his new wife, I realize that I saved my own life by leaving that situation. Now I feel solidly centered in my own life, with a true partner, and for the first time in my 51 years, I am starting to actually feel like an adult.

Amber2010
11-01-2011, 07:41 AM
I am so very thankful for my health. Last year I was sick for over three months. It is more important to me then money, or pretty much anything in this world. Last year I was stuck in bed for so long I will never take my health for granted again.

Daktari
11-01-2011, 09:25 AM
I'm thankfull that this fateful year is almost over. Roll on 2012!

MsTinkerbelly
11-01-2011, 02:23 PM
I am thankful for my Wife, our child and the wonderful life we have built together.

Nine years together on the 10th of this month.:rrose:

cuddlyfemme
11-02-2011, 06:13 AM
I'm thankful for my cats, friends, having a roof over my head

sara-bera
11-02-2011, 08:54 AM
I'm thankful for that moment of peace when everything snaps into place and either it makes perfect sense or it just doesn't matter at all.

Hollylane
11-02-2011, 09:54 AM
I am thankful for my life(including all of my loved ones), the Earth and the bounty it shares with us all, and I am thankful that I have learned to be true to myself.

Scorp
11-02-2011, 10:05 AM
I'm thankful for:

- Waking up every morning

- Having a roof over my head

- Sharing my life with my wonderful wife who is an amazing woman and loves me unconditionally.

- My parents being alive

- A job (even though I get stressed easily with people who can suck at times)

- Old friends and new friends who I am proud to call my family

- My kitties who bring so much love to my life

- Laughter

- Patron :jester:

EmpressM
11-03-2011, 02:01 PM
~My 3 BFFs! They're terrific!
~The luxury to walk the path that's right for me
~Guilty pleasures! (or not so guilty pleasures)
~My Pilates instructor. Even if I sometimes refer to him as Satan! lol!
~Fabulous, new beginnings that were definitely worth the wait!

girl_dee
11-03-2011, 06:45 PM
I am so thankful for my life and the people that make all of my happiness happen. Eternally grateful.

I am grateful for living in a place that will be my forever home and never have to move again. It belongs to us, and I am so thankful to be part of the us. No one can tell us what to do, I love it!

Kenna
11-03-2011, 07:01 PM
that I currently have a job, even if it's not the best fit or the best income...and that it's allowed me to work and network with some AMAZING Social Workers and Caseworkers from Social Services and Children and Youth. They truly do care about the kids they take care of and the families they help.

Vlasta
11-03-2011, 07:43 PM
I am greatful for being still independed . My health since this is most important thing in my life .

girl_dee
11-05-2011, 05:26 AM
Waking up being in this beautiful place. A large buck right outside, amazing.

Miss Scarlett
11-05-2011, 06:49 AM
Having been blessed with the most amazing friends...

sarahwho
11-05-2011, 06:31 PM
Daylight savings time! We get an EXTRA hour sleep! Woo hoo!

Starbuck
11-05-2011, 07:42 PM
Nicotine Patches!

Vlasta
11-09-2011, 12:33 AM
for everything I have ..... roof over my head , a job , being independent and know distinguishing between want and need .

Tcountry
11-09-2011, 12:37 AM
Unexpected phone calls that make me smile....

Mtn
11-09-2011, 01:02 AM
-My sweet girl with the gentle spirit, beautiful smile, and constant love for me.
-Cozy places to live, winter and summer.
-A good life, pretty much across the board.
-The first snow of the season making everything pretty and then going away.
-Lot's of plans for the near future and for life.

sarahwho
11-09-2011, 10:08 PM
I am thankful for my family, my friends who accept who I am even if I don't know who I am! I am thankful for my house, my son, my dogs who cuddle and love me unconditionally! I am thankful for my job, even though I don't like most of the people there, and I am thankful to all of you who make me feel accepted in life!

princessbelle
11-09-2011, 10:25 PM
I am thankful for so many, many things in my life.

Right now though, i am very thankful for ice cold water, cause i'm really thirsty tonight. Sometimes it is very humbling to give thanks for the simplest things in our lives. Things that are so pure and non pretentious and satisfying.

That probably sounds totally weird. lol.

But...

I am just very thankful for the simplicity in my life.

NorCalStud
11-09-2011, 10:34 PM
I am thankful for soil test kits.

BoDy*ShOt
11-09-2011, 10:47 PM
the gift of patience, encouragement, support that my butch gives me every day.

clay
11-09-2011, 10:52 PM
I am so very thankful for early detection and for my strength, my spirit, and my awesome friends and family here on Planet...walk with me, by my side, and take my hand..we are one!

msW8ing
11-10-2011, 03:11 AM
New beginnings.:bunchflowers:

girl_dee
11-10-2011, 06:58 AM
everything.

http://data.whicdn.com/images/12943147/water-bottles-shoes-001_large.jpg

StoneOne
11-11-2011, 04:41 AM
tell me I should write down the things I'm thankful for so.....
100 lbs of weight loss
my renewed passion for working out
The colors blue and black
Leather ...........
All the Wonderful Women

girl_dee
11-11-2011, 07:06 AM
Waking up next to a very warm Daddi and a quite house

MsTinkerbelly
11-11-2011, 01:57 PM
As always, I am thankful for my life and the love that keeps my little family together.

Starbuck
11-11-2011, 05:06 PM
Veterans. Past, present, and future.

girl_dee
11-11-2011, 05:37 PM
I'll echo that...

Veterans, past, present and future. also non-soldiers who have sacrificed or are sacrificing.

Sparx1_1
11-11-2011, 05:47 PM
everything.

http://data.whicdn.com/images/12943147/water-bottles-shoes-001_large.jpg

I'll second. third and fourth that. Every time I see an image like this I am reminded that most of my worst days are still better than some peoples best day ever.

Cowboi
11-11-2011, 05:59 PM
I am truly thankful for everything, and everyone of my friends in my life.

girl_dee
11-11-2011, 06:03 PM
I am truly thankful for everything, and everyone of my friends in my life.

And I bet they are thankful for you!

JustJo
11-11-2011, 07:53 PM
Scoote...who came and took care of my son while I was away on training for 4 days...and will be doing it again starting Monday while I go on a business trip. :rrose:

little_ms_sunshyne
11-11-2011, 08:54 PM
I am thankful for:

~ The support of my family and chosen family.

~ My beautiful snuggly nephew, Boogie Bear.

girl_dee
11-12-2011, 08:00 AM
My common sense which I have recently been reunited with.

Bard
11-12-2011, 08:08 AM
My sweet Desd who is my rock and my match in every way:rrose:
My daughter words can not express
my fur kids Jasmine 17 Juliet 1 and Phoebe 5 months
my sister Barb and that she is hanging on with all the medical issues going on wish we could just be there to hold her
this life Desd and I are building so very thankful for that
and for our family's support and love

Mtn
11-13-2011, 12:42 AM
I am thankful for unconditional love, the view I wake to everyday, and a silly puppy/meerkat, and always Buddhas blessings true and rich. Thank you Buddha

StoneOne
11-14-2011, 02:11 AM
Coffee done before I wake up
Hot showers
Haircuts
Working out
Love Past, Present and......

bigbutchmistie
11-14-2011, 03:02 AM
Im Thankful For :

A Paid Off Car

A Roof Over My Head

My Health

Amazing Friends

BFP

My Job

DamonK
11-14-2011, 04:04 AM
Duck
Duck
Goose

girl_dee
11-14-2011, 05:23 AM
For the cozy fire and hot coffee waiting for me when I woke up, along with a warm puppy. Seeing Daddi all ready for hunting was pretty darn nice too.

Andrea
11-14-2011, 07:01 AM
I am thankful yesterday was a full day to recover between all the excitement and returning to work.

Stacy
11-14-2011, 07:16 AM
Love.
My husband.
My children.
My furkids.
Our home.
Our jobs.
The opportunity to go back to school.
For a future full of dreams & goals.
For a path that has lead me to where I am today.
For being just who I wanted to be when I grew up.

KimbaYLRF
11-14-2011, 07:20 AM
Since I don't know you all that well, yet, I am thankful for my family who loves me no matter what, my dogs, who make me feel good and loved, and that I can be "me" and not pretend to be someone I am not at work.

GPS
11-14-2011, 07:34 AM
i'm thankful for the most amazing son.

Tawse
11-14-2011, 07:38 AM
even though it irritates me - I am thankful that the 50 page monthly report has finally gotten to the point where the only thing they want to alter is font size.

sara-bera
11-15-2011, 12:19 PM
I am very, very grateful for my intuition.

ruffryder
11-15-2011, 12:26 PM
my daughter . she's the best blessing I have ever had.

Novelafemme
11-15-2011, 12:44 PM
I am feeling completely overwhelmed right now, so now is the perfect time to remind myself of all the things I have to be grateful and thankful for:

My family. They are my rock and my sunshine. I wouldn't have made it this far without them! And this includes my animal family.

My job. I swear I have the best boss ever. He supports my academic endeavors as well as my professional pursuits and is always open to different work options that allow me to meet both of these goals to the best of my ability.

My health. Someone said to me recently that I was never this sick when they knew me and it really hurt my feelings. I've experienced things this year, with regard to my body, that I never have before in my life and I feel that it has only made me stronger and more in touch with what a blessing it is to have and to maintain one's good health. And I know it won't be like this forever!

All the little things like my car, home, dependable shoes, my education. I see a young man and his little girl waiting at the bus stop each morning as I drive my girls to school. Then we pass him again as he gets off the bus and walks his daughter into the same school my oldest goes to. He has his own lunch box under his arm and I imagine he's off to work himself. He's always there to greet his little girl after school and then off they go again, headed for the bus stop. They chit-chat the whole way and it almost makes me well up with tears. Oh, the things we do for our children and the people we love. Such a treasure!

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foxyshaman
11-15-2011, 12:45 PM
To be trusted enough to be a good ear, a warm heart and a kind voice to those who need me.

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 06:08 AM
Bumping this thread on this special day, my favorite holiday


I am grateful for the health of my family, especially one lil Petit Pois

Stitch
11-24-2011, 06:11 AM
My friends! Always.

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 06:12 AM
This collar around my neck

uglyboi
11-24-2011, 07:07 AM
I am thankful for

people uglier than me
Grey Goose
boxing gloves
Captain James T. Kirk
my family
Beasley's family, they love me as their own
friends who make homemade bread and share it with me
people who read this list
that I still believe most people are kind and mean well
my grandparents, and my memories of them
graham crackers
people whose talents humble me every day
living comfortably
snow forts
mashed potatoes

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 07:31 AM
A freezer full of Venison and summer veggies !

Penelope
11-24-2011, 07:45 AM
family :cheer:
friends :bouquet:
fur babies :dog: :ballcat:
love :heartbeat:
holidays :thanksgiving: :xmascandle: :fireworks:
Starbucks :coffee:
car :carride:
hockey :hockey:

HoustonHuny
11-24-2011, 07:55 AM
My new life as a full-time RVer and semi-retirement.
My wonderful sisters and our fun cruises together.
My boss who lets me work from home.
Walmart and Big Lots.
My funny smart doggie who makes me laugh every day.
A simple life without material things, living by the one in/one out rule.
Payday and a full pantry
My twenty best friends (my More ciggys)with coffee
Most of all, my best friend and companion, my son.

princessbelle
11-24-2011, 08:18 AM
Everything!!!!!!!!

barnes
11-24-2011, 08:30 AM
im so grateful today i have the huge ass turkey in d oven, stuffed even, already, sweet taters cut and real butter on em, 5 lbs of white taters in their pan and green beans with onions my daughters r here safe and out of the street . they r healthy as oxen ! u know i think God everyday that i havent had to spend all my days in the hospital with a sick child , if u think of it its a miracle actually ! they r mouthy and sassy ! i mean their the kind of girls u dont want to cross with bullshit they will call u on it !! lol ! they know their rights and will stand strong! the bond between us is thick ! i have had lots of troubles with them on and off doing it alone being dad but its made us stronger ! im not the best writter but im writting lol ! ima extremely visual person ! i love the fine arts of all types ! i am very grateful for this passion ! im grateful for the roof over my head that im able to pay my bills and eat lol ! i do mission work like the clothes closet and soup kitchen i have worked with the mentally handicapped and addicts as well ! i think im most grateful for that i must say it fills my heart with joy and i just know its right ! my little crew here sends u the warmest gestures for a great thanksgiving !!!

AtLast
11-24-2011, 08:58 AM
Early detection and a positive prognosis for my niece's ovarian cancer! We must keep the pressure on with women's health issues- we have made progress!!!

luv2luvgirls
11-24-2011, 09:06 AM
I am Thankful for My little girl,My family,My health,I am thankful for life and love, peace and happiness. I am Thankful for every sunrise and sunset I am granted to see each and every new day.

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 09:24 AM
Our Happiness!!!

Tommi
11-24-2011, 09:38 AM
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To all the girls who
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gaea
11-24-2011, 09:57 AM
I am thankful for my friends here
I am thankful for my children and grandchildren
I am thankful for my job
I am thankful to have Day Walker and Lady Flamezzz in my life
I am thankful for each and every day i am given
I am thankful for the sunrises and sunsets and everything in between
I am thankful for the life i have
I am thankful for my new lease on life and the journey I am on
I am thankful for the love in my life that surrounds me

WolfyOne
11-24-2011, 10:02 AM
I put this on my FB wall earlier and will also share the same post here.

Today as I reflect on the last year, I have a lot to be thankful for.
I started a new chapter in my life that includes a job and a place to live that my rescues and I can call home.
I have friends that care about me and my well being.
I have my health and the gumption to keep going every day.
To that I say, Happy Thanksgiving and bless you all.

gaea
11-24-2011, 11:23 AM
I am thankful for my friends here
I am thankful for my children and grandchildren
I am thankful for my job
I am thankful to have Day Walker and Lady Flamezzz in my life
I am thankful for each and every day i am given
I am thankful for the sunrises and sunsets and everything in between
I am thankful for the life i have
I am thankful for my new lease on life and the journey I am on
I am thankful for the love in my life that surrounds me

To add to this,
I am thankful to have had and used a set of crystal dishes every year for thanksgiving that my eldest has always cherished and as i pulled the "pitcher" down to give to her today all the memories of thanksgiving pasts came flooding back and im a little torn up however i know that it is time for her to have this set of dishes because she remembers all the holidays with them,,,it is now time for her to have memories with her girls and these dishes her momma loved so much.

she darn near broke the pitcher some 13-14 years ago when her arm accidentally hit it knocking it over causing juice to flood my beautiful decorated lace table ill never forget the tears in her eyes as i calmly told her it was all right and then i giggled ...cleaned up the mes made a new pitcher of juice and we all sat down to eat...all these years later that pitcher is rightfully hers even if it is tugging at me a bit ...

pajama
11-24-2011, 12:24 PM
I sit here today, as on Thanksgiving for the last 4 years, remembering my Dad. My nephew posted on his FB that he was thankful for a life of adventure and that he hadn't been shot by any jealous husbands this year. It made me smile. I am thankful that aside from myself, my nephew carries my father's true spirit within him.

I am also thankful for my new job. In this economy to have a job is a blessing, to be able to get a better job is a miracle. So I am sooooo thankful for my new job.

I am thankful for the wonderful people and children that have touched my heart at my old job and made me a better person this year. Some are no longer here and I hope their families are rejoicing in the time they did have and are still thankful for memories. (I'm pretty sure they are because they are just those kind of wonderful, loving folks.) I am super thankful for A.B.'s new heart and for the kids that are HOME celebrating this holiday with their family.

I am abundantly thankful for my wonderful son. His health, his brain, his caring, his sense of humor....hell even his dirty dishes in the sink todaybut today only, I'll be bitchin' in my head about it again tomorrow.

I am thankful for good, healthy, organic food in my fridge. A warm cute roof over our head. This community and website (and especially its founders). My friends.

My father used to say that he was the luckiest man he knew. I have to agree and say, I am one of the luckiest people I know. When I get to be 94, like he was, I'm sure I'll say I am THE luckiest as well. :)

Happy Thanks-giving Y'all.

A

clay
11-24-2011, 12:48 PM
the love & support of my wonderful friends on the Planet!
the knowledge & wisdom of my oncological specialists...
that incredibly compassionate friend...making a sacrifice...for me!
for my special empath....smiles...
for all the amazing sunrises & sunsets I am given!
the abundance of my amazing dolphins I see regularly
for my precious furbaby, Heidi..my dachshund
having my own apartment
food in fridge
for being able to get up yet another day..and walk out into a beautiful clear blue sky day..with sunshine...and wear shorts!!!! :)
for being an American citizen...having all the freedoms I am afforded by selfless brave men & women who fight to ensure me those freedoms every day! God Bless you all..all over the world..may your day be one of happiness in the worst of times for you!
for that person....:)

tessie
11-24-2011, 12:54 PM
My Life
My Love
My Home
My Made Family
Always Grateful, Always Thankful.

Mtn
11-24-2011, 01:48 PM
I am thankful for my many blessings, especially the love that I am warmed by everyday, and today I am thankful for the technology that will allow us to share a virtual Thanksgiving meal together, thanks skype!

Lazy Daze
11-24-2011, 05:06 PM
It has been 6 years now without my Dad, and since I lost him from my life, I admit I feel like I have had nothing to give thanks for.....until now.

This year, I am so very thankful bc I have Guy in my life. He has brought the joy into my life that has been missing. The love that I have have never had. The new outlook on my life that I have been searching for. I thank God everyday for bringing such a truly wondeful, loving, caring, amazing partner/best friend/Daddy into my life.

I am thankful that I still have my crazy ass sister who can't cook a turkey to save herself, but she sure tries.

I am thankful to have a mom and sister who sat and cried at EVERY subject we talked about bc they brought it all back to missing me when I move

I am thankful for my wonderful nephew, Brandon. Who is becoming the most amazing man. His Papa would be so very proud, as I am, of the wonderful young man he is.

I am thankful for my friends and work family that I have become so very close to. And even though it hurts to say goodbye to them next month, I know they will always love and support me bc they know I am the happiest I have ever been

I am thankful for my furkids..ALL of them. There 4 little amazing wet noses will all be under one roof soon and we can finally be a family. My blue eyed dragon will be making the transport to Florida in the spring once I find him a suitable stable... and then we will all be together forever.

I am thankful for all the life lessons God has handed me so that I have learned to cherish the gifts I have now been given.

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 08:03 PM
A wonderful meal with two of my favorite people in the world, and calls and pics from all my family who are spread out all over the dang place.

GPS
11-24-2011, 08:08 PM
i'm thankfull, not for the things i have, but for the unconditional love i have from a child that has grown so much.

girl_dee
11-24-2011, 08:39 PM
Home, a real home.

Starbuck
11-24-2011, 10:11 PM
I'm thankful that my dad was able to have Thanksgiving lunch out today with my family at Golden Corral. That's right, we went out to lunch, and I left a very nice tip for the waitress. No mess to clean up. The best part was good conversation. I just wish my mom had felt like coming out with us as well.

gaea
11-24-2011, 10:39 PM
To add to this,
I am thankful to have had and used a set of crystal dishes every year for thanksgiving that my eldest has always cherished and as i pulled the "pitcher" down to give to her today all the memories of thanksgiving pasts came flooding back and im a little torn up however i know that it is time for her to have this set of dishes because she remembers all the holidays with them,,,it is now time for her to have memories with her girls and these dishes her momma loved so much.

she darn near broke the pitcher some 13-14 years ago when her arm accidentally hit it knocking it over causing juice to flood my beautiful decorated lace table ill never forget the tears in her eyes as i calmly told her it was all right and then i giggled ...cleaned up the mes made a new pitcher of juice and we all sat down to eat...all these years later that pitcher is rightfully hers even if it is tugging at me a bit ...

The Pitcher
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d170/hstigen/Family/IMG_1879.jpg

Im thankful for moment like this
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d170/hstigen/Family/100_3439.jpg

sanee66
11-25-2011, 12:31 AM
i am thankful for the fact that a sister of mine that as not spoken to anyone in the family for about 4 years, contacted me on facebook, and apologized for it. I hadn't seen her or her husband and 4 youngest kids in 8 years and today, she, her husband and 3 of the kids spent the day here and the previous nite

tazz
11-25-2011, 01:57 AM
i am grateful for my family
for my friends here
for knowing what i want in life

Sachita
11-25-2011, 06:01 AM
The love of my life Mia Bella, my granddaughter
My handsome son being such a wonderful father
My sisters-my very best friends
My farm & home- the vision
My health
A business that I love

UofMfan
11-25-2011, 06:57 AM
Always my family, always there, always supporting, always loving.

My friends, quality, not quantity, and the many laughs and tears we shared last night.

My life, in spite of self-inflicted damage, I am truly blessed.

JustJo
11-25-2011, 08:04 AM
My son...always.

My health...while far from perfect, is improving all the time.

My work...even when I grumble, I am blessed with a good job that affords me the ability to provide for us, and for me to be home so I can be the kind of mother I want to be.

My friends...a small group, but who are always there....even when life intervenes and we haven't spoken for awhile.

girl_dee
11-25-2011, 09:02 AM
My Blessings!

Athena Page
12-13-2011, 09:02 AM
For so very many things. My wonderful son that has help me learn that parents can make mistakes and still be great parents. For still having my wonderful mom after almost losing her 2 months ago. Even if we don't agree on my life. For the friends I have made here. For the sunshine coming back into my heart.

JAGG
12-13-2011, 09:09 AM
A rainy day. We need it! Plus it was almost 50 degrees this am. So I got to run for the first time in weeks!!

storyofmylife
12-13-2011, 10:06 AM
I am very Thankful for
The Father,Son,Holy Spirit and Angels
good health and blessings
great job
roof over my head
loving family/furbabies
forever friends:bunchflowers:

Novelafemme
12-13-2011, 10:15 AM
...for my wonderful family and all the love and support they give and that i am able to provide that in return.

for this delicious rain! it poured all night long and is supposed to continue all week. YIPPEE!!

for the acceptance and understanding that sometimes my poor choices lead to the best of outcomes. my future is something i actually look forward to very much these days and that in and of itself is super exciting and new. :)

storyofmylife
12-13-2011, 11:18 AM
I am so Thankful that my best friend is out of the hospital today and still okay after having a mini stroke :candle:

Soon
12-13-2011, 03:13 PM
not having to work to an unreasonable hour and this hot bath.

Soft*Silver
12-13-2011, 08:27 PM
I am so grateful for having internet...I dont know how my life would be without it. Sometimes I am so housebound for days on end and the internet is my only contact with the world outside my door. And, it has helped me research and discover so many wonderful things this year. I havent forgotten what it was like before the internet...when there was barely a way to find others, or to get information, or to connect somehow with people you never would have met. When i think about who wouldnt be in my life right now, without the internet, I shiver...

girl_dee
12-14-2011, 06:22 AM
The warm temps, Nearly Tshirt weather!

Tawse
12-14-2011, 06:35 AM
Today marks 1 year of living life in a different manner... one to honor myself instead of sabotage. one day at a time...

JustJo
12-14-2011, 06:49 AM
This Friday at 5 p.m.....when I will turn off my work computer and my work phone and not give anything work-related another thought until after Christmas. :)

willow
12-14-2011, 08:12 AM
Enough money.
A safe and comfortable home.
My sister. The bestest sister in the whole world!
Good, true friends. I love you all! (even the one who told me my new nail polish was horrible :|)
Laughter. My own and that of the people I care about.
Family I love and who love me back, warts and all.

GPS
12-14-2011, 12:23 PM
thankful for this great holiday season, new friends, good health and unconditional happiness :)

sylvie
12-30-2011, 09:48 PM
- a growth within, which is continually bringing me more confidence, esteem & self-love everyday...
- steps to my own Recovery for my food addiction/eating disorder - which throws me challenges every single moment of each day - but i'm working hard and striving forward, always..
- a love so true and that brings me so much happiness with my loving Daddy, Mr Mtn.
- family, friends & furbabies between the two of Us.. a life together surrounded by Our loved ones.. ♥
- this community, growing friendships, encouragement, people falling in love, knowledge, people sharing their hearts, their memories, i love reading these boards.. they always bring me smiles !

TheDreadPirateRoberts
12-30-2011, 09:50 PM
the family im building.....knowing who i am ...and where i wanna be...and getting there...even if its happening slowly

Mtn
12-30-2011, 09:50 PM
- a growth within, which is continually bringing me more confidence, esteem & self-love everyday...
- steps to my own Recovery for my food addiction/eating disorder - which throws me challenges every single moment of each day - but i'm working hard and striving forward, always..
- a love so true and that brings me so much happiness with my loving Mr Mtn.
- family, friends & furbabies between the two of Us.. a life together surrounded by Our loved ones.. ♥
- this community, growing friendships, encouragement, people falling in love, knowledge, people sharing their hearts, their memories, i love reading these boards.. they always bring me smiles !

You forgot to add that it wasn't a hoarders marathon.

sylvie
12-30-2011, 09:58 PM
You forgot to add that it wasn't a hoarders marathon.

lmao Daddy!!♥ inDEED.. no Hoarders marathons for Us , heh.

OS Butch
02-06-2012, 05:55 PM
I am thankful that I still have my parents and that mom still won't let me leave their home unless she feeds me:)

Soon
02-06-2012, 06:43 PM
...friends who listen and give advice (even if it takes me awhile to decide which avenue to take)

spritzerJ
02-06-2012, 07:07 PM
For someone to stand with. For love that surprises and gives more than I dreamed. Another chance.

Leigh
02-06-2012, 07:36 PM
I am thankful for just having people in my life who care for me :)

DoReMiFemme
02-06-2012, 07:55 PM
Being able to pick up where you left off.

Soft*Silver
02-06-2012, 08:33 PM
fast drying nail polish

pain medication that actually works

insomnia disappearing

feeling my heart start to unfreeze

StrongButch
02-08-2012, 10:36 PM
I grew up with parents who loved and adored me They never had an issue with me being gay

sylvie
02-08-2012, 11:05 PM
- for good health, happiness & love..
- an open mind and the ability to accept criticism & look within.
- brutal honesty with myself & doing the hard work, even if it hurts.
- for not letting little things get to me, i'm strong, & Our love is strong♥ *smiles*
- for meditation - for clarity & Buddha...
- an upcoming trip to Daddy, special time together & future planning!! (YAY)
- reality, for having faith & knowing we got this.. it's Ours..♥

Miss Scarlett
02-12-2012, 07:24 AM
my wonderful friends...

girl_dee
02-12-2012, 08:10 AM
How very present and real my Syr is :)

She doesn't miss a trick !

GPS
02-12-2012, 08:29 AM
i have so much to be thankful for, life is easy breezy and the future seems bright.

spritzerJ
02-12-2012, 08:45 AM
That sassy being who is in the tub singing AGAIN!
Every single moment of our time together and apart.
:praying:

JustLovelyJenn
02-12-2012, 10:11 AM
Thankful for simple things...

... a computer that lets me multitask
... family who can take the kids for an hour or two
... his cam being on

SugarFemme
02-12-2012, 04:27 PM
I'm thankful for people who start out as strangers and by some gift of the Universe, become friends.

sylvie
02-12-2012, 10:29 PM
- rebuilding my life, one step at a time
- my weight loss, growing self-esteem & improving health.
- embracing my Spirituality, Buddha, touching thoughts, soul-searching conversations & meditation..
- my constant strength, determination & strive for self-improvement.
- my passion to inspire others, in many causes which are near & dear to my heart: eating disorders, food addiction, poverty & building self-esteem ..
- & thankful for my Halfside, Mr Mtn.. and His love! ♥

Sassy
02-12-2012, 11:08 PM
Thankful the health scare from last week turned out to be nothing. Thank you, Universe. So much. :D

Mtn
02-12-2012, 11:19 PM
I am thankful for my very sweet girl, I love you baby.
and a silly puppy, eagles flying so close I can hear their wings, light snow falling, goodness and joy and happiness and my MANY Buddha blessings.

mustangjeano
02-13-2012, 12:11 AM
Green grass, a soft nicker of hello as I approach the barn, laughter with friends and a special spirit expected to arrive in July ( thanks to my daughter and son in law).

Turtle
02-13-2012, 12:48 AM
Like OneOfAKind said,

Those people who are a gift from the Universe. :praying:

Greyson
02-13-2012, 12:54 AM
As I get older, I am more aware of how fortunate I am to have some of the basics I really did not think about. I can walk. I can think. I can hear. I can see. I can swallow. I can speak. I can still have and feel emotions. I can have conversations with people. I can still recognize the people in my life that I love, and mean so very much to me.

Thank you OP for this thread. Sometimes, I need to remember just how much I have to be grateful for.

genghisfawn
02-14-2012, 10:43 AM
* Health
* Family
* Friends
* An internet connection
* Peace of mind
* New skates
* Fine weather
* Good music
* Singing in the tub, at the makeup stand, in the car, on the street, along to a film
* Having milk in the fridge all the time
* The French language
* My bottomless handbag
* My coffee press
* Nicotine lozenges (quitting, I wish I could quit you)
* No-iron blouses
* YouTube
* iBooks
* Homemade apple butter
* Someone thinking of me

VintageFemme
02-14-2012, 12:37 PM
...that I have been loved.

Leigh
02-14-2012, 01:08 PM
I am thankful that I only have bronchitis ~ true its bad enough, but atleast its something I can handle :)

ruffryder
02-14-2012, 01:15 PM
In this day and ages.. LOTS!

GPS
02-14-2012, 01:35 PM
thankful to finally get my Ok for surgery, hopefully will have my date by weeks end YAYYY

girl_dee
02-14-2012, 02:19 PM
my life!

my bio family who brings me joy every single day <3

Daddi who makes sure i know how special i am every day in so many ways, even when i am a saucy sleepy head

my journey that She is very present in, i love being Her slave

my sister who believes in my work and drags me around to spread my magic

Sparky who is over the moon over her V Day cupcakes

the farm, the critters and new baby who has the cutest ears ever

this community that i feel very much a part of

Living a real life, living the life 24/7 and not having to pretend. The good, the bad and the ugly, it's for real.

Daktari
02-14-2012, 02:20 PM
Day 15.......

spritzerJ
02-14-2012, 06:25 PM
the safety of home
knowing where home is
the child who is my "why not girl"
gentle fierce and passionate love
the cleansing power of fire.

Rockinonahigh
02-14-2012, 08:36 PM
Im thankful for many things..
A new friendship that is moveing right along.
Haveing a loveing bio family no matter how small it is.
Really diging my fur child who lights up my heart im many ways.
The antisapation of waiting for the new fur child to get old enough to weam from her momma so she can come home.
Just life in general,it may not be what I expected at this stage of life but it's not bad and will get better.
My planet family,you guys rock,thanks for bring in my life.

OS Butch
02-14-2012, 10:25 PM
I am grateful for negative results of the 5 retests of my mammogram and Tomosynthesis. A special kind of mammogram that produces a 3-dimensional image of the breast by using several low dose x-rays obtained at different angles.

MysticOceansFL
02-14-2012, 10:57 PM
Family & Friends and BFP

justkim
02-15-2012, 09:24 PM
Every bit of it... this thing called life... the good... the bad... the ugly... ALL of it!

Mr Nice Guy
02-15-2012, 09:50 PM
Making new friends.

SweetJane
02-16-2012, 01:18 AM
That I'm finally over this awful flu and complications!
New friends and old
Bros who look after my back
Music everywhere
Creativity
New opportunities
Hope

spritzerJ
02-16-2012, 05:03 AM
flavored coffee creamer in my fridge. part of hym just hanging out around the house. I could tease endlessly about the stuff isn't real but never would I let it go...:rrose:

Daktari
02-16-2012, 05:08 AM
Day 17 and joy in my heart...

Breathless
02-16-2012, 05:32 AM
For every single breath that fills my chest.
Thankful for the people that put a smile on my face, every single day!

jac
02-16-2012, 05:38 AM
For the laughter we share between the seriousness... :pirate:

gaea
02-16-2012, 07:01 AM
The sunrises-the sunsets and everything in between. My little pup, my beautiful granddaughters and the gift of them. The way flowers are trying to bloom in feb....wth? the smell of fresh rainfall. my electric blanket and a coffee maker that works while im asleep. 3 well rounded adult children. A place to call home.

spritzerJ
02-16-2012, 07:15 AM
I am thankful for that moment:
you know that moment when you realized you've made it to THAT moment as a woman...you know the one you aspired to be...
the softer but strong version of your own mom,
the capable and sane woman
the one who learns and teaches
the loved and lover

and I am thankful someone said "hay look over there"... she's right there.

GPS
02-16-2012, 05:38 PM
i have a surgery date
3.16.2012 finally

chai~
02-16-2012, 05:59 PM
I am extremely thankful that my contract for my cell phone is up in 2.5 weeks, and I am not renewing it. I am choosing to live cell phone free.
I do not need to be connected 100% of the day to everyone in my life.
This is a liberating decission for me.
I never made it past a basic phone, so there is no iphone or Droid detox needed!

*refreshing breath* I feel better already!

sylvie
02-16-2012, 07:26 PM
- for wonderful opportunities that present themself at just the right time..
- for a way to make a difference, about something i am very passionate about..
- for a self-esteem course in 2008 that truly put me on the path to helping myself and changing my life..
- for a love so wonderful, that i smile from within, each and everyday.
- blessings, life, nature, ♥

Softly
02-17-2012, 12:49 PM
chinese food
best friends <3

Delish
02-17-2012, 01:26 PM
I'm thankful that God has blessed me with such a loving and wonderful partner :)

Venus007
02-17-2012, 08:25 PM
A friend who helps you and it doesn't make you feel ashamed
A friend you can be your neurotic worst with and she still loves you
A friend who you can be your actual self with, no editing or need for persona

spritzerJ
02-17-2012, 08:33 PM
wild imaginations
doing the dishes inspiration
knowing i don't need to rush story time with the sprout cause there is always more!

girl_dee
02-17-2012, 08:36 PM
that i don't land in the hospital every time i catch the sniffles anymore

that i don't do 4 breathing treatments a day now!

that i have good food and healthy eating at my hands

that i my whole day is booked solid tomorrow

that i still respect her just as much as i did years ago when we met.

tiggs
02-18-2012, 03:03 PM
that I have a wonderful Husbutch who is everything that I could ever want

WolfyOne
02-18-2012, 03:09 PM
I wasn't scheduled to work a second shift today, though I usually do on Saturdays
Someone called off and I inquired before I left work earlier

Thankful for the extra hours I wasn't planning on today

spritzerJ
02-18-2012, 03:10 PM
theme songs
a great grocery shopping trip, waited nearly 6 years for one of those.
an organized pantry and fridge set up for the sprouts own packing of lunches
that gy who holds my heart.

JustLovelyJenn
02-18-2012, 03:53 PM
All day cam sessions!!!

Glenn
02-18-2012, 04:11 PM
God
Parents
Furkids
Alpha Femmes

Daktari
02-18-2012, 04:23 PM
That there's an early evening meeting about 400yards from my doorstep.

And...Day 19

girl_dee
02-18-2012, 06:24 PM
The seven clients i worked on today !!!

ButchEire
02-18-2012, 06:31 PM
Very cool friends on here :D

clay
02-18-2012, 07:10 PM
grabbing that brass ring second time around..grin

girl_dee
02-18-2012, 07:11 PM
Daddi ! Daddi ! Daddi !

sylvie
02-18-2012, 07:33 PM
- for 2 teenagers who confide in me, even the personal stuff & i love that they feel close enough to me to do so, it's important to me that they can.. ♥

- for a supportive, loving Daddy that always thinks of my well-being, but also takes care of His well-being for me.. & a connection that keeps Us so close, and completely happy.. ♥

- for a positive outlook, a life worth living, a happy heart, a growing confidence, continuous knowledge which helps me grow within & an open mind to embrace doing so no matter how hard..

- a Sponsor that challenges me, meetings that comfort me, literature which guides me and gives me the knowledge i need to move forward, and for the first time, lessons learned through a challenging life, as it's for those reasons i am who i am today & equipped with the ability to make a difference for others, through experience & that is the direction i am heading, & loving that.

cuddlyfemme
02-19-2012, 08:56 AM
4 wonderful furbabies
my best friend who is always supporotive, looks out for me, is caring and is always there when i need hym
my friends
Vicodan (broke ribs and its helping the pain alot)

JustLovelyJenn
02-19-2012, 12:31 PM
staying in bed late
unconditional love
left over berry crumble

Daktari
02-19-2012, 01:00 PM
Keeping my cool despite being insulted yet again by one of Tinks' older two sons (both mid twenties). Glasshouses and stones comes to mind. Grow up Mr.Meathead!

Soft*Silver
02-19-2012, 01:11 PM
the sunny slightly warm day in NE Ohio...I am in pink shorts and top today!

girl_dee
02-25-2012, 08:25 AM
my bio family!

my Daddi, my Syr Bastard!, my Shero

my friends across the miles

my pups, all sleeping

my work!

JustLovelyJenn
02-25-2012, 11:47 AM
Good company while I am sick...

... and even when they are being brats... I'm quite thankful for my munchkins.

StrongButch
02-26-2012, 09:09 PM
A totem pole being placed at the Seattle Center for John T Williams The echoes of drumming and singing along the way from the waterfront to Seattle Center The love we shared together today in honor of this man

Rox
03-01-2012, 11:39 PM
We're thankful daily for good health and peace within our family and friends.)

Leigh
03-02-2012, 12:29 AM
I'm thankful for my family, my friends, the two cats that inhabit our home and just being alive :-)

Mtn
03-02-2012, 12:39 AM
Love and laughter and knowing how solid we are, good times and hard times, andddddddd she will be in my arms in 5 days!!!!! WOOOTTTTT

Tommi
03-02-2012, 06:21 AM
,....a good job, good health, a safe and sane neighborhood, :ymca: a solid home, a patch of lawn to mow and an ever growing Zen garden,

and my secret identity :supermanbooth:

http://joyerickson.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/tgif.jpg

msW8ing
03-02-2012, 06:24 AM
my bio family!

my Daddi, my Syr Bastard!, my Shero

my friends across the miles

my pups, all sleeping

my work!

i love that word "Shero" it just says it all.

msW8ing
03-02-2012, 06:26 AM
The packing is 99.9% complete and tomorrow i will be moved back where my grandbabies, son and chosen family are. i'm so excited to be moving home.

~ocean
03-02-2012, 07:12 AM
* wish's * u and I wing could go grandbaby shopping :)) lol (((( mswing )))) paisan

Metro
03-02-2012, 07:31 AM
i love that word "Shero" it just says it all.

ditto!!!!!!!

JustLovelyJenn
03-02-2012, 10:01 AM
I'm thankful for supportive family... who help when I am ready to loose it...

msW8ing
03-02-2012, 02:29 PM
* wish's * u and I wing could go grandbaby shopping :)) lol (((( mswing )))) paisan

omg ocean that would be so much fun. We'd buy the stores out lol ((((ocean))))

Words
03-02-2012, 02:35 PM
My mother in law and the example she has set in terms of dealing with even the hardest of situations (losing the love of her life).

I am blessed.

Words

girl_dee
03-04-2012, 10:10 AM
that i do have a bio family who misses me, i miss them too sometimes, especially when they are all enjoying crawfish without me!

WolfyOne
03-04-2012, 11:34 AM
I am thankful I made it through another month of paying the bills, feeding the rescues and myself, an ex that has been there when I really needed help, a pt job because it could be worse without one at all, my BFP family and my chosen family...oh and my youngest niece who stood her ground to stay where she was at, so she could graduate HS. She just turned 18 yesterday and graduation is in May, so yay for her and the guardian that took her in to make it happen.

starryeyes
03-04-2012, 11:46 AM
I am thankful for Lisa, my girlfriend. She compliments me, makes me laugh, protects me, supports me and completes me. She is everything I ever wanted. I love her so.

<3

Daktari
03-04-2012, 11:58 AM
Instant hot water and a rapidly filling large bath.

clay
03-04-2012, 01:19 PM
that she is able to drive down almost every weekend and we can have some quality time..we are enjoying exploring the island..seeing all the neat little shops, seeing the abundance of thrift stores.....and having some quality time. We sat with a huge local made bag of popcorn last night, surfed web, cleaned up my laptop, and just enjoyed being in the moment...we are able to be so high, so giddy, and so heady..just being in the moment.....and it is precisely THOSE moments that are priceless...we have such fun dates.
Yesterday we had lunch at Applebee's, went shopping, found a huge, new Goodwill store, and then enjoyed a frozen treat at the Sonic Drive In. It rained heavily all day long...BUT we made the sun shine on one another...grins...we went grocery shopping for me late last evening...
I am so thankful for HER! It is a million tiny things that make HER her...she is so sweet, so kind, so compassionate, and our dynamics work so well together. I would wish for others to find this same kind of love...the kind that starts over a simple "hello"...and a friendship ensues......and that slow, delicious growing kind of like, then love, then hearts are joined....this is MY priceless love!!!!

JustLovelyJenn
03-04-2012, 01:33 PM
I'm thankful for my home... and the peace I feel here...

Miss Scarlett
03-04-2012, 01:35 PM
that she is able to drive down almost every weekend and we can have some quality time..we are enjoying exploring the island..seeing all the neat little shops, seeing the abundance of thrift stores.....and having some quality time. We sat with a huge local made bag of popcorn last night, surfed web, cleaned up my laptop, and just enjoyed being in the moment...we are able to be so high, so giddy, and so heady..just being in the moment.....and it is precisely THOSE moments that are priceless...we have such fun dates.
Yesterday we had lunch at Applebee's, went shopping, found a huge, new Goodwill store, and then enjoyed a frozen treat at the Sonic Drive In. It rained heavily all day long...BUT we made the sun shine on one another...grins...we went grocery shopping for me late last evening...
I am so thankful for HER! It is a million tiny things that make HER her...she is so sweet, so kind, so compassionate, and our dynamics work so well together. I would wish for others to find this same kind of love...the kind that starts over a simple "hello"...and a friendship ensues......and that slow, delicious growing kind of like, then love, then hearts are joined....this is MY priceless love!!!!

Thank you Honey...you know these words made me cry...you are simply amazing and i love our time together even though it flies by too fast. i don't know how or why the Universe deemed me deserving of you but it did. Thank you for being you and for loving me just the way i am as i do you...MY Priceless Love...

Deborah
03-04-2012, 01:49 PM
A peaceful life that I am grateful for everyday. Happiness around every corner. Great friends that I enjoy spending time with. A man that loves me, accepts me, doesn't find fault with me, can make me laugh and will help me through anything...I love you Billy Livingston thank you for finding your way into my life.....

TheDreadPirateRoberts
03-04-2012, 08:05 PM
I'm thankful for supportive family... who help when I am ready to loose it...

im greatful u have it!!!

PaPa
03-04-2012, 08:06 PM
I am so very thankful for the positive people in my life. I think it is so important to be filled with optimism and get rid of the pessimistic bs.

sylvie
03-04-2012, 09:49 PM
for ..

- an open mind, a gentle heart & loving the girl i am these days.
- a love so wonderful, real & honest with a Guy who amazes me, daily♥
- children, family, friends - making amends, slowly but surely & finding forgiveness for myself one bit at a time...
- being real & honest about my addiction, daily - keeping myself accountable regardless of the hurtful words & judgements at times..It's never easy, but i stay afloat because my confidence and self-esteem tell me i'm worth it now, and that feels good.
- a wonderful, dear conversation with my beautiful grandmother, who is very sick right now :( . Telling her how much i love her, and wished i could have seen her this weekend (she wouldn't let me due to bad weather, and i didn't want to worry her).. & that i will once i am back from Oregon.. She has a house full right now, is exhausted & needs rest.. i hope she gets that soon..
- Time with my Nanny G tomorrow, before i go on my trip Wednesday.. Another session of painting her nails..doing her hair, and maybe having lunch together.. Think we'll have matching fingernails, i'll let her pick the color.. ♥

TheDreadPirateRoberts
03-08-2012, 09:46 PM
Good company while I am sick...

... and even when they are being brats... I'm quite thankful for my munchkins.

im soooo happy u had good company ...n m thankful for our kiddos too!

Kenna
03-08-2012, 10:19 PM
Strawberries ...
and
Spending time listening to my best friend and learning how much better she is doing ....very thankful for our friendship and how much she means to me.

girl_dee
03-09-2012, 05:12 AM
Feeling safe and secure, so happy i don't have to carry the load

StoneOne
03-09-2012, 11:23 AM
smile .....

Daktari
03-09-2012, 02:57 PM
A li'l serenity.

girl_dee
03-09-2012, 08:09 PM
Those beautiful Red and Yellow Tulips delivered by one handsome Syr!!

Thank you!

spritzerJ
03-09-2012, 08:22 PM
another chance and being free to express myself.

girl_dee
03-09-2012, 08:23 PM
that i trusted

Rivkeh
03-09-2012, 08:24 PM
.....choices

girl_dee
03-10-2012, 08:02 PM
intuition.

Greco
03-10-2012, 08:57 PM
Life Health

Family

Friends

Lovely
Women
with hair
the color
of night

with silver
a plus

Veggies

Greco

Novelafemme
03-10-2012, 09:47 PM
Hard work! I moved two cords of wood today. It keeps me grounded and grateful for the ability to work up a sweat and take care of things on my own. An afternoon of hard work can sometimes be so rewarding!

girl_dee
03-11-2012, 07:58 PM
a real house to live in

seeing the green grass today :)

Kenna
03-11-2012, 08:53 PM
Not having to worry about keeping the pantry full...

Having a wonderful meal tonight ....my tummy is very happy ...and I am very thankful that, even though things are difficult these days, that I don't need to relive what I faced before with empty pantry and a kid to feed...(those were hurtful times when we had to go without until next pay day)

And a very peaceful weekend ....a beautiful walk at my favorite wildlife refuge...clear skies and good temperatures all weekend ...

A nice home ...

Close friends that look out for me...

Very thankful for my brother and nieces ... had I moved out west, I would have never met them ... they have filled a void within my heart. I am richer for the love they give me.

Learning to cope and "see the light" beyond a disability that often steals life's joys ....

Thankful that things are often not as bad as they feel when living the moment ... thankful for feeling the positive results of my hard work rather than dread of burn out...

Thankful that I made the decision to remain on the East coast....

Thankful my health has been fairly good lately so I can enjoy the spring...

Thankful .... for little lives of my furbabies that need me and help me deal with "empty nest" syndrome ...

Thankful for Blade's parents who have been so kind and generous to me.

Kenna
03-11-2012, 09:08 PM
All the wonderful, very fond memories of time spent in Patrick Springs and for those friends that helped me become strong again with all their support and compassion ..

Thankful they made me feel safe and at "home "...

PaPa
03-11-2012, 10:29 PM
Today I am thankful for the time I got to spend with family, the beautiful outdoors, the sunshine, and my pup Ginger. I am also thankful for the ability to read, think and work on my studies. I think I am slowly formulating plans for papers yet to be finished before the end of the semester. Most of all I am thankful for my parents. Both of them are failing in health, but I am very grateful to still have them even if sometimes they do frustrate me with their forgetfulness, repeating themselves twenty times, and their numerous requests and distractions when I am very busy. I truly am blessed to have them in my life at the ages of 92 and 86. I can only hope to live that long and remain as active as they still are. I am blessed.

JustLovelyJenn
03-11-2012, 11:16 PM
I am thankful for...

... learning patience... and enjoying anticipation

aishah
03-11-2012, 11:18 PM
people who give me rides to and from church when it's cold and raining! :) my joints especially are thankful.

socialjustice_fsu
03-11-2012, 11:24 PM
I am thankful for being able to feel feelings, to recognize joy because I know pain, to be loved when I am unlovable, to be free, to see others excel and rejoice with them, to know I am loved in ways that passes all of my understanding.

Licious
03-11-2012, 11:28 PM
I am grateful for the living room sofa, my little scotty dog throw blanket, and a purring cat at my feet, and the laptop. Simple joys always make me happy. :)

StoneOne
03-12-2012, 10:25 AM
of paper out of that leather box everyday and dreaming .....

SelfMadeMan
03-12-2012, 10:32 AM
My lovely, sweet wife and the fact that she loves and feels deeper than anyone I've ever known.

Our cool kids, who are all independent and smart and driven

Our puppies - and the ability to take our sick one to the vet this afternoon

Our home & vehicles

Wonderful friends and upcoming getaways!

Celebrating our 9th Anniversary this month <3

The privilege of being able to be in school full time & being an honor student!

SPRING!!!

Thinker
03-12-2012, 10:33 AM
I *know* when life is hard and scary, I will get through it. I'll survive, and things will get better.

DeviantDaddy
03-12-2012, 11:35 AM
... my amazing family. Their love, support, kindness and unity keeps me grounded and reminds me that I will never, ever, be alone.

... my best friends. I don't think I could have asked for more. They are my biggest supporters and toughest critics. They are there for me, without question. Just as I am there for them. I have been blessed.

... I don't think thankful is an appropriate word, but in hopes of keeping with the thread, I am thankful for God placing my kitten in my life. She is where I belong and every day I thank the heavens above for her.

It is easy to get caught up in life and focus solely on the hardships. Credit, work, school and so forth. But taking a moment to look closely at what you do have - it can just brighten your whole outlook. No matter how stressed I am with life, these three things keep me going.

I am simply thankful for life.

spritzerJ
03-12-2012, 12:41 PM
the text message that put my mind in the gutter... well timed dear... I was about to get cranky at work. and no one needs that.

Lazy Daze
03-12-2012, 01:12 PM
I am thankful for Him and everything He has shown me, taught me, given me, supported me through...and so very much more.

girl_dee
03-12-2012, 02:26 PM
snow peas!

sylvie
03-12-2012, 02:27 PM
- for a wonderful Daddy, who loves the hell outta me every moment of everyday..(i am so stinkin' happy here with Him)
- for Our time together, living a real life together everyday even when We have to be distanced, and working towards Our future..♥ knowing He really wants that too ..
- for a program, which may be difficult and challenging, but my determination and strength keeps me going and wanting change..
- life, happiness, positive thoughts, ease & blessings a plenty!

Bad_boi
03-16-2012, 11:32 PM
Welding. It is litterally the only thing keeping me from imploding.

firegal
03-17-2012, 12:16 AM
I am thankfull for a change in momentum that allows me to focus on myself and become again the person i want to be. A lil self relflection is never wasted.

So thankfull for the gym! .... ouch!!!!4 to 5 times a week! its been over 4 years since ive done this!

bright_arrow
03-17-2012, 12:40 AM
I am thankful for a pup that greets me with kisses abound
A partner that knows when to sit back and let me fume until exhausted
A coworker that recognizes my "RAWR" face and reminds me that our shift if almost over

I am thankful for customers that appreciate my effort and make a point to pass it along to senior management - my ASM mentioned tonight that I was recognized for my work.. Let's hope that is in my folder for the interview for head cashier, yes?

I am thankful for soup in a can on nights I eat dinner late, for TWC for fixing our Internet so I can stay up until the wee hours watching Netflix, for the soft breeze coming through the windows..

I will be thankful for a second-story bedroom so I can sleep with the window open without worrying about someone breaking in!

Soft*Silver
03-17-2012, 01:35 AM
people who believe in me...thank you...

Rene
03-17-2012, 03:17 AM
I have many things to be thankful for in this life. The one most important to me is my wife, Andrea. We have been together seven years now, legally married for five years. Neither of us sees an end in sight! LOL That I am thankful for, as well. She must be sick in the head!

I am thankful for my 90 year old dad, though he doesn't always know who I am. I am especially thankful for the live in care givers he and his wife have. We would all be lost without them.

I am thankful for one of my best friends, "Jimmie" Olga Card, that passed away last week at age 96. She was a spit fire, put me in my place many times! I deserved every one of 'em! LOL I miss her lots.

I am just thankful for every day I have here on earth. I have no idea what happens after this, but I hope it includes getting reunited with those I love. Especially my wife! No one can annoy her like I do! LOL
Heh, heh!

Bard
03-17-2012, 05:00 AM
Quite simply that she said yes

ruffryder
03-17-2012, 05:25 AM
Her. Her friendship and love. <3

RockOn
03-17-2012, 07:37 AM
Sitting here on the patio having coffee, watching Kelly and Kevin (the KKs) play in the yard and thinking I am a little excited about what this day will bring.

A few of my countless thankfuls are:

KKs are healthy and happy (I am too)

my job is such I can provide extras for KKs

a peaceful, drama-free life

friends who tell it like it is without the candy-coating

the promotion that is in the works - supervisor informed me last week

Most of all, every day I am eternally thankful for my sobriety. Without that, I could not have been guided to the peace I feel on the inside and would not have any of the previous "thankfuls" I have listed here. I owe it all to the Good Spirit and the people in the rooms of AA. Every single bit of it!

signing off as ...
a very simple guy
:)

Zimmeh
03-17-2012, 11:45 AM
Ditto mi amor :)

Zimmeh

Her. Her friendship and love. <3

Novelafemme
03-17-2012, 12:35 PM
....the most amazing wedding, wonderful and loving friends and family, and my incredible spouse. i am floating on cloud nine. :bunchflowers:

WolfyOne
03-17-2012, 12:39 PM
Prayer, I find it powerful and comforting when I need it most and even when I don't

JustJo
03-17-2012, 12:50 PM
I'm thankful for...

:rrose: a happy, healthy son with a delightful sense of humor

:rrose: a beautiful, comfortable home in an area that I love

:rrose: the dog beach...and the wonderful things that does for me physically, mentally and emotionally

:rrose: improving health...losing inches and weight, consistently good lab results after 20+ years of diabetes

:rrose: a good job...for the last 5 years

:rrose: friends who take the time to listen

:rrose: a partner who loves and appreciates me for who I am, and who is solid, honest and real...even when life gets difficult

girl_dee
03-18-2012, 07:05 PM
this gorgeous place!

dog walks

drives

scenery everywhere

being here

future plans

TimilDeeps
03-18-2012, 07:34 PM
Most days, just being.

MissItalianDiva
03-18-2012, 07:51 PM
These scary black clouds in Los Angeles. We don't get these too often in San Fran so it is nice to feel like a real storm is coming.

justkim
03-18-2012, 08:01 PM
The quiet...
My best-friend...
Little dogs who love me...

laruss
03-18-2012, 08:51 PM
What are you thankful for?

I am thankful for so much in my life.
My two beautiful daughters, my wonderful friends who remind me how much I am loved, my creative endeavors, my health and so much more.

Gratitude is so important, what a great thread to start.

grenade
03-18-2012, 10:33 PM
I am thankful for healthy, beautiful children. I am thankful for a not so healthy, beautiful child that has taught me what strength and perseverance means. To not take the little things for granted. I am thankful to be over worked and under paid (most days ;) ) because it provides a roof over our heads and food in our bellies. I am thankful for friends who accept me just as I am. I am thankful that I have someone who can see past my moodiness and loves me unconditionally. Someone who tells me I'm beautiful when I look a wreck and kisses me with morning breath. I'm thankful to be alive and share my days and nights with these amazing people.

genghisfawn
03-18-2012, 10:44 PM
I'm thankful for being able to return to work tomorrow to a new, shiny position after a 6-month poor health hiatus. I'm thankful to be happy, healthy and alive. I'm thankful for the boost up the ladder this will give me. I'm thankful for friends and family for their love.

My laundry is done, my dishes are washed, I have a freezer full of lunches and my go-bag is repacked. Bring it.

StoneOne
03-19-2012, 01:11 AM
to make my dreams come true......

Princess
03-19-2012, 01:14 AM
Im thankful my boys played such an AMAZING game tonight...rock chalk in the sweet 16!

Thinker
03-19-2012, 05:52 AM
Another chance to get it right...

1QuirkyKiwi
03-19-2012, 06:25 AM
Having good health and healthy, tasty food to eat.

My family and friends who love and support me, even when I can be in a difficult mood.

To have happy, healthy cats.

For opportunities, no matter how small they are.

That I am me, happy and comfortable with myself and able to accept and laugh at my flaws.

I an thankful for so much more…

Okiebug61
03-19-2012, 08:08 AM
The nice steady rain we have needed for so long.
The time off Red and I are having together.

Okiebug61
03-19-2012, 02:52 PM
The big ole pot of homemade chili red made. Yummy!

girl_dee
03-19-2012, 05:37 PM
not having to worry about where i am going, safe places and lots of love given to me..........

StoneOne
03-20-2012, 09:47 AM
GREAT folks on this site with so much diversity I am glad to "know" u and thank u for my friendships here

SelfMadeMan
03-20-2012, 09:50 AM
My awesome, sweet wife and kids, our pups, our naughty cat, our home & cars, jobs, enough to get by on and enjoy life, and our wonderful friends both online and in 3D - and a recent lesson in what true friendship is (and isn't). Life is GREAT!