Carole emailed me earlier this week with a lovely suggestion.  Prompted by Kate, who is including three things she is thankful for during each post in November, Carole’s idea was to use Thursdays to do the same.  I think its a perfect way to share in the true spirit of the season.  I hope you’ll join me!

I have much to be thankful for, today and everyday.  What comes to mind today?

• My friends – so often in the last several months, I have been reminded of how lucky I am to have the most amazing, supportive, loving circle of friends, near and far.  They’ve cried with me, laughed with me, held me close, pushed me forward and kept me going through the good and the bad this year.   They’ve been there for me through the big stuff, when I knew I needed them.  Most importantly, they’ve been there in the moments I had no idea I needed them, with an unexpected word of encouragement, a hug or a simple smile.  And they constantly remind me of just how wonderful my life truly is.  I’m lucky to have all you all in it.
• My family – I’m thankful to have my parents, brothers and sister-in-law, niece and nephew so close.  They give me some of my greatest joys, are a huge source of support and comfort and yes, make me crazy sometimes.  I love them through it all, no matter what and always thankful to have them in life.
• My work – between The Painted Sheep and my full time work, I truly get to do what I love every day.  I’ve said it so many times, when I got to WFC, I felt like I had come home.  I work in the most incredible non-profit, surrounded by amazing, dedicated, passionate people who share my vision for the world.  I get to work on issues that are closest to my heart, to effect change in small ways and large.  Little in life makes me happier than walking into my office.  I never thought I’d feel this way about a job.  Its such a blessing.  And then I come home – to my little business, this thing that is all mine, that fulfills me in so many other ways, to pursue my creative passions.  Sometimes, I look around at my office and studio and can’t believe what I’ve done.  I made my dream of a fiber business come true.  Does it get any better than that?
• and something smaller – this morning I am thankful for stunningly beautiful, crisp, clear, cold fall mornings, snuggled up in my bathrobe with a steaming cup of coffee, a purring kitty and a sock on the needles.

Hope you’re day is as beautiful has mine has started out to be!