giving thanks.

I have a confession to make: I didn’t start my Thanksgiving out very thankful. If you’re close to me, I can guarantee that over the past few days you’ve heard complaints on the fact that I had to work yesterday and this morning, Thanksgiving morning. As the holiday grew closer, more and more friends and family were traveling home to be with loved ones on the holiday, and to be honest, I was really frustrated and jealous. I see my family about twice a year and I miss them so. freaking. much. However, this morning as I was walking around the hospital I had a realization.

I have so much to be thankful for. Yes, it stinks that I have to work on Thanksgiving, but I am so fortunate that I am not a patient in the hospital myself, or that I’m not here because a loved one is here. I’m so thankful because early this afternoon I get to leave. And when I leave, I get to go down to Orlando to spend the evening and tomorrow with my in-laws. Sure, traveling on holidays has never been ideal for me, but at least we can spend time with my husband’s family.

So all that to say that it’s time I start recognizing more of what I have to be thankful for.

I’m thankful for a job that, while frustrating at times, allows me opportunities I wouldn’t otherwise have at this stage in my education, and will be a great stepping stone for my future career.

I’m thankful for the absolute most amazing, loving, supportive, and generally awesome family and friends I could ever want.

I’m so grateful for my awesome husband and how often he puts up with me, loves me, supports me, and cherishes me.

I’m thankful for the opportunity I have to go back to school again to pursue an education for a career I can’t wait to jump into.

I’m thankful for a home I feel safe and secure in, an even greater luxury above having a roof over my head.

I’m thankful.

Happy Thanksgiving!