It's that time again. This week, I'm thankful for (in no particular order):
- Health -- This time last year, someone very close to me was in the middle of chemo. I was also dealing with my own issues, eventually leading to major surgery last August. We both are doing so much better. I'm not 100% back yet as far as my strength goes, but I'm probably about 95-97% or so, so I'm not complaining!
- Finding out 2 friends of mine have quit smoking -- one has been smoke free for 9 months now. The other for almost 5 months. I'm so happy for them & so proud of them!
- Spring flowers -- a walk at lunchtime near my office showed daffodils and tulips in bloom. The cherry blossoms reached peak this week. The magnolias and redbuds are blooming, as are the dogwoods. The weeping cherry trees are to die for right now. It's just a gorgeous time to be in the DC area.
- Having dogs I can take anywhere -- one of my dogs is a certified therapy dog. She & I visit a local nursing home as part of a local pet therapy program. Another of my dogs will be once I make the time to take him to the certification program. Each of them has gone with me to various events, both this past week and on previous occasions. They have both spent the time winning friends & influencing people. It's great to be able to take them, as well as to not have to worry about how they'll handle the situation.
- My bus buddies -- see post below
- Chocolate -- good, European, high quality chocolate. That's hawt! (See below)
- Security -- even though the economy is tough right now, I know I'll be ok. No, I'm not wealthy & it's not likely I ever will be. However, I have a roof over my head and I don't have to worry about not being able to afford groceries or not being able to cover the utilities this month. A lot of people can't say that right now.
So, what are you thankful for? (Props to Tiburon for the idea and the banner.)
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