~ I'm Thankful For ~
1. My Family ~ I've lost so many of my important people. I have learned to appreciate every minute I have with them. Life is short.
2. My Girls ~ Yes, they are included in #1 but far too important to not be recognized. I'm thankful every day that I get to be their Mom.
3. My Best Friend ~ You know who you are. The first person to believe in me and inspire me to begin my journey with running.
4. Running ~ I discovered running in my late 20's. I'm so thankful for the journey and adventures it has brought to my life. I am healthier and happier because of it.
5. My Blog ~ Through my blog I have gained so much. Friendships, support, and amazing opportunities.
6. Friends ~ That includes all of my amazing blog followers. The inspiration and support you all give me is amazing.
7. Health ~ We all have bad days and trials but I am extremely thankful for my health. Each day I am healthy enough to run is a blessing.
8. My Home ~ After surviving a flood in Jan 2009 and losing a large portions of everything we owned to water and mud I was thrilled to have my own home again in July 2009. I wake up every morning thankful to be here. Click HERE if you want to see our flood story & pics.
9. Music ~ It has been a huge part of my life. I can't sing a note, but I love to sing along. Without a running partner, my iPod and music have been my companions along the way.
10. Finishing A Marathon ~ I'm thankful that I had the courage to run my first Portland Marathon in 2006 ~ BTW, it didn't rain that year :) I'm hoping I have the courage to give it another go to get my PR.
11. The Outdoors ~ Thanks to my family I've had many camping, hiking, and outdoor adventures. We also lived in the country and I love being barefoot and enjoying nature.
12. Being An American ~ Nuff said.
13. The Ocean ~ It combines some of my favorites, water & wind. I love running and playing on a beach. I'm lucky I live this close to one. Who doesn't love going barefoot in the sand?
14. Memories ~ Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.
15. Being Tall ~ It was embarrassing and frustrating to be tall growing up but now I'm so glad that I am. Now I need to instill the love of being tall to my girls.
What Are You Thankful For?
I'll break this up into two parts so you won't get too bored. Thanks for reading and for following my journey!!!
13 comments:
Great post! Here's to tall girls and tall moms!
Love it! And I'm with you too on the tall!
Ok, so I'm not tall but here's to girls of medium height! Just kidding, great list.
Awesome post - I love that pic of you and your girls!!
I'm thankful for finding new blogs that I like to read. :)
Great list! Happy Thankdgiving!
Love the post :)
very nice list/post. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your wonderful family!
Indeed, you have much to be thankful for! Have happy and safe Thanksgiving.
How tall are you?? This shorty wants to know ;)
Thanks everyone :)
Thomas ~ I'm just shy of 5'11".
I have the same things in mind during the thanks giving. I have been very much thankful for all the blessings that God has given me. Moreover, for the second life that He has given my father. Last year, he had a biking accident in Calabasas. Chiropractic specialists are now looking after his muscles and bones. Good thing he has been 80% back in shape. According to them, my father will be in 100% early next year.
GREAT post. Love it.
What a wonderful list! I am very thankful you have your home, too. What a horrible situation you had to have gone through. :(
But you have your awesome family and friends, so Yay!
Hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving!
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