I can’t believe it’s already Thanksgiving. Where has the time gone? I feel as though I have been in a black hole for the past couple months. But, more on that tomorrow.
Today has been a beautifully difficult day.
How is that possible? Well, as difficult as family can be at times…they are still family. They know you. They bug you. They love you. You belong.
I missed my family today.
But I am thankful for friends and “adopted family” who took me in and made me a part of their Thanksgiving. Granted, it wasn’t like the huge celebrations I remember growing up, but it was wonderful to see such generosity is action.
So…here’s a list. Off the top of my head. What I am thankful for.
-I’m thankful for the generous people who open their home to me (and many others) today.
-I’m thankful for family and friends who love, support and encourage me. (Both online and off)
-I’m thankful that I have a place to live.
-I’m thankful that I have food to eat.
-I’m thankful that I have my health.
-I’m thankful I’m not the same person I was a year ago.
-I’m thankful for a God whose mercies are new every morning. (Lamentations 3.22-23)
This year has been tough. Really tough. But I’ve seen beauty in the hard times.
I’m thankful. Truly thankful.
