Giving Thanks

I give thanks for the following....
My wonderful husband, Jim. My loving parents, Ed & Barbara. My supportive sister, Pamela. My carefree brother, Ed. Extended family. My thoughtful and kind-spirited friends. Old friends, new friends -- too many to mention. Good neighbors. Zenebech and Compassion International. My Upside Thinking community. Strategic Business Partners. Teachers. Mentors. Amazing clients. The ability to walk, talk, see, think, write, touch, hear, smell and taste. Laughter. Freedom. Health. Happiness. Love. Answered prayers. Unanswered prayers. Living in Southern California. Living in the United States of America. A successful business. The upcoming book, "ACiB". A shoulder to cry on. Someone to listen. Going "home". Driving to San Diego for poker & football. Four seasons ~ Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn. Snow. Crisp Fall air. Vacations. Days at the Spa ~ massages, manicures, facials & foot treatments. Good food. Johnny's Burgers. Yocco's. Fireplaces. Phone calls. Transportation. Saint Vincent de Paul ministry. For You Network members. Catholic Engaged Encounter couples. Fellowship. Theatre tickets. Hugs. Going to the movies. Outlet shopping. Little treasures. Monk. Learning how to golf. Wireless internet. Dinner parties. Cards, letters and random acts of kindness. A smile. Watching a good movie. Technology. Learning. Sharing. Art. Oreos. Dogs. Hallmark. Flowers. Birthdays. Anniversarys. Weinerschnitzel. Tears of joy. Simple pleasures. Long drives. Stars in the sky. Sunsets. The mountains. The beach. The ocean. Hiking. Angels. Opportunity. A good book. Christmas music. Thanksgiving dinner. Easter baskets. Bed & Breakfasts. Travel. The ability to do what is right. The ability to believe in all that is good. Life. Countless blessings.