Adding to My List

“So, I wrote a blog…” (said in that influencer voice just to make you smile), titled An incomplete List of Things I’m Grateful For and I thought, as I jump back in from a wonderful family vacation… “I’d really like to add to that now.” So here I am - adding to that list.

I’m so beyond thankful for memories. I’m grateful for Turkish towels and the way they feel on my skin. I’m thankful for Brad Pitt in Legands of the Fall and the fact that my kids love snorkeling. I’m thankful for Global Entry and Purell hand wipes. I’m grateful for friends who take care of me and for aloe vera plants.

I’m thankful for choices and chapstick. I’m grateful for the ability to pursue my passion AND get to be at home with my babies (ok, kids. I just prefer to call them babies because I want them to age like Benjamin Button). I’m thankful for warm summer nights and having the opportunity to host friends in my home. I’m grateful for the love my husband has for me. I’m beyond thankful for laughter and for tears. I’m grateful for weekends and family traditions.

I’m grateful for holidays and the calm app. I’m thankful for my assertiveness and my softness. I’m thankful for the kindness of strangers and I make every green light on a quick errand. I’m thankful for the small moments and the milestones. I’m grateful for back scratches and candles that make a room feel cozy.

I’m thankful for dry shampoo and good water pressure. I’m the most thankful for my 3 boys that provide happiness that I never knew existed.

I’m thankful for all of these additions. Hoping you can carve out sometime to create a list of things you’re grateful for too.

Sending you all love, always…

R