Those People for Which I’m Most Thankful

            With Thanksgiving having just ended, I thought it was past time I wrote about those things for which I’m thankful. As I made notes about my blog in a journal, I realized that the things I’m thankful for, aren’t “things.” They’re people.

            As much as I appreciate the “things” I have, the people matter more to me. Things are replaceable, even my handmade glass objects. People are not. So, with that in mind, here’s a list of people who for whom I’m grateful.

            I’ll start with my roommate, David. Yes, he’s a man and I’m a woman. He’s also the man who gave me a way out of a bad living situation. Without him I wouldn’t be as healthy emotionally as I am. He also helped me be a better mom to my son. He helped me in ways no one else could. He would say, however, that God gave him what I needed so that he could help me.

            There there’s my son, Caleb. Although his birth happened under less than ideal circumstances, I’m very glad he’s part of my life. He was one of the easiest babies ever, I’m sure, but he’s brightened my life and made me laugh. He’s also challenged me to think at times in good ways.  I’m very proud of the fine young man he’s grown into.

            My good friend Beth is one of those rare people you can count on when needed. When I had to have emergency heart surgery a few years ago, she helped me get to and from Caleb’s soccer games a time or two, even though she lives several miles away. She’s also fun to hang out with, whether she’s by herself or on mom duty with her lovely daughter, Ella.

            Then there’s the lovely group of ladies I generally get to hang out with twice a month. We gather after hours at a local fabric store and sew quilts or do handwork or sometimes just sit and talk. We all bring something for dinner or dessert and generally have a good time.

            Last but not least in my list of people are my Facebook friends. Some of you I met way back when, as in high school or at a church we all went to, but some of you I haven’t met in person. Suffice it to say that if you’re in my friends list, there’s something about you that I see value in. Some of you inspire me, some encourage me, some of you make me laugh, and sometimes you do all of those things.

            I’m going to end this now. I want to say “Thank You” to all of you for being part of my life.

            One last thought. If I were to be thankful for the “things” in my life I’d have to say I’m most thankful for my books. They keep me company when I’m alone and help me to see life through other’s eyes.