It’s Thursday, so it’s blog day. This week since we are a week away from Thanksgiving, and I shall be with family, I thought this week would be perfect to reflect on I’m thankful for.

I’m thankful for the ‘me time’ everyday. It’s that half hour twice a day when I’m alone in the car and either music or news is my companion. I’ll admit some days I should have switched to the music station, but even the news has reported on compelling stories and they hold my attention and nudge my imagination.

I’m thankful that not only is my husband happy to see me when I arrive home, but the dog, Wrigley is as well. The wagging tail and sloppy kiss is quite the booster. Oh, I’m not fooled by this affection – it’s her way of reminding me that dinner is expected – now.

I’m thankful that my son sets aside time to Skype with us every weekend.

With traveling to see him and my brother and sister-in-law and their family, I  will have more reasons to be thankful. Family is always a joyous entity at the holidays.

Facing new challenges this year have helped me feel more knowledgeable and stronger. I’ve had several poems published this year, and participated in open mic nights to share my other poems among fellow poets. I also helped arrange speakers for a local writers’ conference and presented on a couple topics myself.

I’m thankful for my writer friends new and old. My growth and comfort with the craft wouldn’t be possible without all of you!

I’m thankful for the seasons and the beauty each of them holds.

I hope all of my friends and family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!