Hope everyone had a wonderful New Years Eve, We sure did! We kept it small and simple, we shared it with close family and friends. 2011 was pretty crazy for us. We had some tragic things happen in the middle of the year, and we as a family seem to stick together and trust god would help us manage as a family and that's exactly what happen. The year ended with joy and happiness, and this we are grateful for. There are actually tons of things I am grateful for:
My Beautiful Daughters: They are my world! Without them I would be no one. I am so blessed to have three beautiful little girls in my life. Seeing their faces everyday lights up my world. I am definitely a proud mommy!
My husband: He's my best friend and my #1 fan. From him I get unconditional love and acceptance, and he always makes me feel like I'm special and liked. I'm the luckiest girl in the world for having found my Miami Heat Fan!
My friends: If I named them all individually, from wonderful acquaintances to tried and true friends, I'd have a big list. I don't have a large number of close friends, but I do know there are a lot of good people, near and far, who I can count on, who care about me, and who want only the best for me. I truly value my friends and will never have "enough" or too many.
Being a nice person: I'm hardly perfect, but it's good to know in my heart that I'm a kind person. I'd never intentionally hurt anyone. I don't believe in being mean. I hate to see anyone cry and love to see people smile. I may be a bit shy sometimes and not the best at socializing, but I genuinely appreciate and care about people.
Being a decent writer: At least, when I really try. I'm happy I can express myself and my imagination that way. I may not be the best writer, and there's always plenty of room for improvement, but I do know I have some talent to build on.
Knowing when to quit: I like knowing that I'm able to walk away from things that don't make me happy or aren't satisfying. Sometimes it takes a while to come to terms with "quitting," but I'm glad I've had the guts to do it when it has really mattered.
Good health: Knock on wood. This should probably be way at the top of the list, but I'm really not writing this in any particular order. I or my kids and hubby never had any major--or really any--health issues. One can never know for sure what will happen in that regard, but I'm thankful that we've been blessed with good health.
Being an American: Taking nothing away from any other country, I'm just being thankful for my own. It may not be perfect--what place is?--but I love it nonetheless.
The seasons: I love them all. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter. There are so many wonderful, special things about each, no matter where I live or spend the time.
Sunshine: Doesn't it feel good? I know, too much isn't such a good thing, but, ooh, just to soak it up for a while, either outside or in a sunny window, is one of my favorite things.
The sound of the rain on the roof: Is there any better sound to fall asleep to?
Birds: Their sounds make me happy and so does watching them fly and flit about. I don't know the names of most, but I sure do appreciate them, especially some of the more common birds, like ravens for one.
I am grateful for tons of things...The list would just pile up... Happy New Year Everyone, hope 2012 bring good health, happiness and love....
XOXO
