thankful thursday

today i am going to play thankful thirteen. i can't think of an interesting topic. and while i do think of something i am thankful for at the end of each day, i think it would be a good exercise to find 13 somethings.

1. kitty-kitty! need i say more?

2. foi and izzy. they have been a big support forever, but especially since vanessa has left for ohio. instead of a gaping hole in the circle, the circle has wrapped more snugly around me and for that i am immensely grateful.

3. joe-bear. he is caring and thoughtful. an example: he bought himself a new extra firm pillow so he doesn't have to stuff two ratty ones into one pillowcase and he picked up a pillow specially suited for me. plush and made to stay cool longer since i get really hot at night. he calls me a bed heater. i find it amusing because i am cold all the time but apparently i emit a lot of heat.

4. art therapy group-jamie has made special arrangements with me so i can still go every week. i really enjoy it and get a lot out of it.

5. speaking up for myself today: i confronted renee about the referral thing. and what do you know, she didn't remember the conversation that took place a month ago, a coversation that she initiated, a conversation in which she offered up all the info. so yay for me. i get the rent discount after all.

6. new job opportunities, theatre ones. even if they don't pan out, it is fresh hope for me.

7. new book challenges and blogging. it may seem silly to some, but discovering them has really enriched my life. and brought me new joy. and that is some joy that i can definitely use.

8. my flat. i think this every time i step through my door. i am so thankful that i am able to keep my own place (although it has been difficult at times). my own space. privacy. my sanctuary. and all to my own tastes and preferences. i never ever forget this.

9. sunshine. i am thankful every day the sun shines brightly. i hate rain. it depresses me. sunshine gives me hope and makes me happy.

10. friends who are big readers and lend me their books (izzy and foi). autumn and i used to trade books all the time and rediscovering this joy with izzy and foi has made me realize how much i have missed it. books are vital to my existence and i find it very fulfilling to engage in so many different book related activities with friends.

11. self-discipline. i have been doing well with abstaining from excessive sugar. i am thankful that i can still exert some measure of control over myself.

12. not getting pulled over for expired inspection. i am very very thankful that i have been able to remain invisible to police when i drive. my car doesn't pass because the service engine light is on. but i can't afford to take it in just yet. so every time i get in the car i am a bit nervous about it. and each day i am grateful that i remain invisible.

13. i have the use of all of my limbs and both my eyeballs. i really do stop and think sometimes that i am very grateful to walk and stand and write. i really do not take for granted my mobility. and i have always been afraid of going blind or something bad happening to my good eye so i continue to be grateful for my sight, even if it's not perfect.

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