BTT – I Am Thankful Today
Posted by shelburns on November 27, 2008
I woke up this morning ready to write a Thanksgiving post. How great it was to find that BTT had beat me to it, so I’m doing my post this way since I may not be able to post later as I have family coming over in a few hours.
Today is Thanksgiving here in the U.S.
Now, you may have noticed that the global economy isn’t exactly doing well. There’s war. Starvation. All sorts of bad, scary things going on.
So–just for today–how about sharing 7 things that you’re thankful for?
This can be about books, sure–authors you appreciate, books you love, an ode to your public library–but also, how about other things, too? Because in times like these, with bills piling up and disaster seemingly lurking around every corner, it’s more important than ever to stop and take stock of the things we’re grateful for. Family. Friends. Good health (I hope). Coffee and tea. Turkey. Sunshine. Wagging tails. Curling up with a good book.
Here are my 7 today:
- My husband – who loves me unconditionally and does whatever it takes to take care of us.
- My family who is healthy
- A place to live that made it through Ike unharmed.
- A job where I get to help children everyday
- Health – mine and my husband’s (he is diabetic and I worry about him constantly)
- Soldiers who give of themselves to serve so that I may be free to celebrate this day.
- Laughter – even in these times of crisis, it’s good to laugh at books, movies, jokes, etc.
There are more that I could list, but these, on this day of Thanksgiving, are the most dear to my heart.
So, how about it? Spread a little positive thinking and tell the world what there is to be thankful for.
To see more responses, head over to Booking Through Thursday.
November 27th, 2008 at 9:18 am
I’m grateful for my husband, Jim, who loves me, and is supportive of everything I do.
I’m thankful I have a wonderful mother, sisters, their families, and extended family that I love.
I’m grateful for the love and comfort I receive from my four cats.
I’m always grateful for the gift of reading. I treasure and appreciate books of all sorts.
I’m glad I still have a job I love in these tough economic times.
I’m glad I have a comfortable place to live, in a place I enjoy.
And, I’m thankful for all of the wonderful people in my life, friends, co-workers, family, and all of the bloggers, commentators, authors. Thank you for being part of my life.
There’s my seven!
November 27th, 2008 at 9:29 am
Lesa, thanks for sharing. Those are wonderful things to be thankful for. I hope you adn your family have a blessed Thanksgiving!
November 27th, 2008 at 9:57 am
You’ve written a nice list. Please come see mine. Happy Booking Through Thursday.
November 27th, 2008 at 10:03 am
great list! happy thanksgiving!
November 27th, 2008 at 2:16 pm
Lovely gratitude list. Mine is similar, the really important stuff! Happy Thanksgiving!
November 27th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
Happy Thanksgiving!!!!
Thankful
November 29th, 2008 at 9:13 pm
What a great Thanksgiving post! I hope your holiday was very happy. I’ve added this to my blog list. You have such great reviews and I love the Wednesday Wanderings. I look forward to reading more.