Things I am thankful for:

I was reading over a friend's blog and came across a post where she detailed things she was thankful for. Now, a lot of times, I just write up my songs or something like that, and sometimes they're pretty negative. So I figured I'd share some of the things that make me HAPPY in life. You know, just for a change of pace :)

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1) God:

I know God is not present in this blog as much as he should be. But He is what sustains me, and gives me everything else on this list. He is my life, and I have to start focusing on that more.

2) Adrian:

I have been blessed with a wonderful man. He is loving, and supportive, and compassionate, and accepting, and I don't know where I would be right now without him. I'm always afraid of him forgetting that I love him, or that his smile brightens up my day, or his eyes make me melt into a little puddle on the floor, but those are all very true things. He is my best friend, my confidant, and my support system.

3) My jobs:

Yes, some days my life is overwhelming. I work at two different jobs, and on weeks I get full hours at both, I work six days, and sometimes as high as 50 hours. I'm eighteen years old and still used to sitting in school all day ... It can be stressful. BUT. I'm eighteen years old, without a highschool diploma, and have somehow managed to get two wonderful jobs working for two fantastic bosses. Heartland is always a challenge; it keeps me on my toes and is NEVER the same. Shopper's is my dream job; I get paid to talk about makeup! How could I ever complain about them?

4) My roommates:

This is something I've been taking for granted lately. I have three amazing roommates who've always got my back. Yes, we disagree, and yes, there are occasional fights, but in the end, they're so great to live with.

5) My friends:

I am not friends with all the people I thought I'd still be close to right now. Which is sad, but you know what? People change. It's no one's fault. And as much as I sometimes wish they were still in my life, I can't undo the past. I am wholly and incomparably grateful for the friends I do have in my life, they are part of what keeps me going.

This one relates a little to the next one ...

6) My past:

I am thankful for my past.

I have made mistakes, yes. Some giant, resounding, horrible ones, too, I might add. BUT. They have shaped me. I am thankful for the opportunities I have had to grow and mature, even if some of them were emotionally and mentally challenging. Everyone screws up. Learn from it.

7) My country:

I live in a good place. I have enough food in my cupboards, I have heat in my house, and I can work, live, and worship where and how I wish. God bless Canada!

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I think you get the gist. I just thought I should really sit down and think about some of the good things in my life, instead of being negative all the time. I mean, what's the point anyways?

Peace in the Middle East.

P.S. Erin, if you happen to read this, I miss you like crazy, and I kind of want you home right now. Kthanks.