I read this story and found it really inspiring…and touching. Yes, two words you don’t hear from me very often — the Mistress of All That Is Cynicism.
With the economy in the crapper, people being laid off from their jobs — probably someone you know is being laid off or is in danger of being laid off — it’s nice to know there are still people out there who have the ability to reach out to others who are struggling. And it’s inspiring to know that there are people who can find joy while in the midst of utter chaos. Sometimes I wonder about the fate of this country…have we really turned into a heartless nation of “me me me”? I suppose yes…but then I read stories about people who are truly decent and kind, and it gives me hope.
So what I am thankful for? The same things I’m thankful for every day — not just on Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for all the people in my life who are kind and decent — neighbors, friends, and sometimes total strangers who will eventually fall into one of the other two categories. I’m thankful that I have a job and the ability to dig myself out of a dark horrible place. I’m thankful that my life has become manageable again, certainly. After suffering (I hate that word…suffering…but it’s applicable here) so much loss over the past few years, I’m thankful for the ability to regroup and reconnect with people.
Yes, this post is a day late. But it’s never too late to say “thank you” and it’s never too late to look around and take stock of all the things that make life wonderful and worth living. Most times, it’s not the grand gestures that make us thankful to be alive - it’s the little things. The things that seem insignificant to anyone else — so thank you for remembering that I hate cilantro.
Remember to br thankful for each and every day we’re given — easier said than done sometimes, I know.
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So a friend reminded me last week that I haven’t updated my blog in a long time, and another friend said she hasn’t seen me “in like forever” — so to put your fears to rest, here I am. I’ve been busy with work, life, and studying for the LEED exam…which is going to take “like forever” to study for so I can pass the damned thing. At least it’s an interesting topic.
Other than that, not much is going on, really. I’m a lot less stressed out these days — I like my new job (for the most part) and I’ve been spending a lot of time at home, now that I can actually afford to pay my rent. I’ve also been spending a lot of time wandering around the city taking photos, which has been a lot of fun. If you’re on Facebook, you can see the photos…I just started the third album today with some shots of neon signage that hangs in Cross Street Market. The photos are all very random — just stuff and friends…and places.
A friend came over tonight and I think we’re going to go to Philly one weekend to hang out and check out the city, and I might be flying to Pittsburgh for Thanksgiving weekend. Christmas I’ll be in my apartment. Hmpf. At least I’ll have friends over.
For inquiring minds, Simon and I are no longer friends — mostly because he finally got to see me when I’m really freakin’ mad and fed up, and let’s face it — that’s not my best side. (No pun intended, but I did make a bit of an ass of myself, and I feel really bad. Not for what I said, but how I said it.) I miss him already, but what’s done is done, and he knows where to find me if he ever feels like speaking to me again. And yes, I do feel bad about it. Really. I know someone’s out there reading this thinking “Oh she never feels bad about anything.” Well yes I do, I just don’t go shouting it from the roof.
Other than a few snafus here and there, life is good…and I hope yours is too.
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Before I sit down to stuff myself with bird and the assorted sides, just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Be stuffed, be safe, and have a wonderful holiday.
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