I LOVE and am thankful for (the quick list)

A mom, who is a rock and fantastic example of love
Sisters that I can share my ridiculous obsessions with
Brothers that I think the world of, miss incredibly, and make me feel safe
A dad, who reminds me there is something more
Long lost relations and the beginnings of friendship
A snarky aunt that puts up with my pesterings
My beautifully creative cousin, she bakes and is truly an artist
Best of friends.
Solid relationships that don't break through time, distance, or other bull
The ability to create
Shelves of books, of all sizes and colors
Capturing a moment
Delicious colognes
Captivating conversations
Endless possibilities
The feel of good paper that make my fingertips sing
Warmth on cold days
That light summer breeze
Letters in the mail
Fresh baked goods
A good singing voice, preferably male
Sunshine after days of Seattle clouds
Seattle clouds after months of sunshine
Kindness of strangers
Bustle of people
Being alone
A good pen
Long answering machine messages
Joy that comes from serving
Seattle skyline
That thrill that overcomes when I'm caught in a book. My mouth goes dry, my eyes are searching, the the world around me is lost
The sight of my house after a long day
A job with amusing friends
Clever schemes.. or not so clever ones.
The ache of goodbye and the joy at reunion
Hot chocolate
Christmas lights
My parks
New tunes
Teasing between friends
A good hug
A solid handshake
The sound of an acoustic guitar
Peace that comes from reading of good things
Comfort in those dreadful times


The fact that if/when I focus on the good things, I can push away my irritation and any other hurt that I am currently feeling. The ache lessens, the healing begins.