Happy Thanksgiving, dear people! I hope all of you are spending time with those you love today.

“Give your most precious people your most precious gifts: love, time, effort, and attention.” — Greg Woodburn

I am filled with gratitude for so many things.

For my family.

For my sweetheart.

For my friends, near and far, and for all the memories we’ve shared.

For this adorable pooch with his goofy doggy smile.

For delicious meals cooked and shared with those I love. For healthy food to eat that makes me feel energized and vibrant.

For books that make me think and feel and imagine and learn.

For beautiful art. Especially art created by my brother and my students.

For work that is meaningful to me, and makes me feel of worth. For students who are creative and brave and hard-working and make me proud to be a teacher.

For the opportunity to travel and go on adventures.

For sunsets and sunrises and the ocean and sunny days and rainy days and fields of sunflowers.

And I am thankful for you lovely people. Thank you for visiting my blog, reading my thoughts, commenting and sharing. Thank you for letting me into your life, and for letting me into yours. I am grateful for you every day!

Now, go hug those you love. And eat some pie. 🙂