I am beyond, beyond, beyond thankful for this year. It was my hardest, best year yet. I can’t really give words to the growth I experienced this year other than to say I know that I am a better person today than I was last November. I solidified my personal value system this year, which helps guide me everyday in the way I show up for myself and for others. I also developed a clear vision of where I want to go with my life and finally started putting plans and effort toward my goals. Before, I felt like I was a spectator in my life, bewildered by how it was turning out. Now, I feel like I’m a participant with a bit of agency. It’s a good feeling.
Those are all wonderful things, but the best part of this growth is that I’m fully awake in my own life. With my eyes open, I realize that each moment is just so beautiful. Here are a few of the moments I’m so thankful for this past year:
- The most wonderful partner in Keith, who nursed me back to health after my recent wrist surgery. I hope I never forget the tenderness he used when he washed my hair for me in the shower when I couldn’t do it for myself.
- The way it feels to meditate on the couch in the quiet morning with Boomer snuggled into my side and Jax curled up at my feet.
- The sheer giddiness I felt when Keith’s son Junior received his high school diploma. He really did it!
- The road trip Ian and I took through SoCal and Arizona last December. He was the best adventure buddy and I’ll always treasure our time together.
- The awe I felt when I stepped into our wedding reception venue in Cabo. I could literally see all of my friends and family whooping it up in the space. It felt real for the first time.
- My new beginning in this blog space. I fought and clawed my way back into believing in myself and creativity this year. For that, I am infinitely grateful.
- The trip my mom and I took to Phoenix where we had the most beautiful dinner together. I felt our souls fully connect in that moment as we really, really talked to each other. Our relationship was changed that evening. I get chills thinking about it.
- Spending an entire day on the couch watching Friends with my best friend Liz. It felt like we were back in college in the best way possible.
- Dancing my heart out. Reconnecting with my body and feeling the palpable energy of dancing with and among womxn. The best gift.
- Lastly, all the set-backs. The many failed attempts at getting a new job, the crazy vertigo, the wrist surgery, the miserable days at work, the fights and the freak-outs. I realize now how much they build me into the person I want to be.
What about you, friend? What are you thankful for??
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