It passed my mind that the other day was Thanksgiving. I didn't miss the tradition... or the food (couldn't have missed that) by any means, but I did miss the mindset.
As I get older and days, months, even years begin to move by quicker; tradition seems to slowly deteriorate into times endless motion. I don't think I am the only one who feels this way and maybe it's just a natural phenomenon of growing up, but I do want to keep some tradition alive. It's hard to catch a break and that's what the holidays are suppose to be; a break from everyday life.
I am thankful for the opportunity to experience life firsthand. I am thankful that there are people out there who willingly choose to put up with my talk about my passion even though it couldn't interest them any less. Those who stay even when I exhibit traits that would qualify me as delusional, aggressive, or just simply insane.
I am thankful for the ability to attend a University and obtain a higher education, having a place to sleep at night, food to eat, water to drink, living in a country with great deals of opportunity just waiting for you to take it.
I am thankful for every smile I get, every dog I get to pet, the change of the season, and the feelings of grandeur I feel every day.
Stop for a second to realize we all have everything we've wanted in life and it's opportunity. Even if the only opportunity you have is to breathe, you have something, you're not completely helpless.
Take the opportunity to tell someone you love them. Take the opportunity to walk outside and enjoy the fresh air we're privileged to breathe.
Take the opportunity to appreciate what you have and be thankful you have it.
Happy Holidays
