Gratitude...

There are many things I am thankful for today (and most days):

My mom and dad

My brother, sister-in-law and their son 

My wonderful family of aunts, uncles, cousins and their families

My maternal grandmother 

My late paternal grandparents (and even my late maternal grandfather)

My in-laws and Ted's sister and her family

My husband, whom I have loved and liked (and, occasionally, disliked) for over 17 (!) years

My good friends/honorary family

My comfortable home with its warm rooms, good smells, and soft kitties

My privileges and opportunities- both earned and unearned

My work

Books!

My health

My mind, time, and energy

Etc...

But nothing compares to the gratitude I feel to have Lola in my life-to be her mom, her buddy, and her snugly friend.

I wish you all a happy thanksgiving, and hope that you, too, are replete with gratitude!  It rocks!