Thankful

Thanksgiving weekend is upon us. It is busy, no time to be weary. Whether you are the feast maker or guest or just taking the day to be relaxed, be sure to count your blessings. Use your fingers and toes, come up with 20 reasons why. This is the time. Does it come easy for all of us, probably not but dig deep. If you are on this side of the ground, that is reason number one. I don’t care if it is for the new mop sitting in the closet, you can come up with twenty.

Misfortune is everywhere nowadays and I find even the most downtrodden can find reasons to be thankful. Close your eyes and twirl the rolodex in your brain to things that make you happy. What creates happiness in your life? I love fresh air, clean laundry, smiles, touch! Create a bucket of things, moments to bring these feelings out. Write down the five happiest moments in your life, elaborate, details, use your senses, refer to it in those moments that gut punch you.

The trees have turned now and a few have already dropped their leaves. Drop your old leaves too, make way for new growth. Rake up the debris in your mind and put it at the curb. Every day is a good day to start over, fresh, new. Put yourself on a cloud, a beach, a path that elevates you. Even if it is just in your mind’s eye. Sweep down the cobwebs and open the windows to a new beginning.