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<\/a><\/center><\/p>\nHappy Thanksgiving to my American pals. Happy Thursday to the lovely rest of you. <\/p>\n
My boys are all down for the count, so I’m slaving away in internet-land. <\/p>\n
I’m thinking of the tradition we usually do at my aunt’s, right before Thanksgiving lunch. I’m sure many of you do the same–we each say one (or more) things we’re thankful for. Admittedly, this gives me anxiety. My palms get sweaty as the non-existent teddy bear gets passed around. I am generally shy, so opening up on that level, even with people who changed my diapers, makes my heart beat a little faster. I can ramble for pages on the topic of things I’m thankful for, but getting me to actually SAY the words…out loud…in a group setting…with hungry people…and kids… “well, hurry up already!”<\/p>\n
ALRIGHT! So. I’m thankful for a few things, this year. <\/p>\n
My family. Oh, my family.<\/i> From the three boys I couldn’t live without to the extended group of people who just make this life easier (and\/or harder). My beautiful kids, my hard-working husband, my worrying mom, my hilarious sister, my adoring father. I love them with words that my heart cannot even express.<\/p>\n
My home. A house! After sharing a room for years, we now have space. We have a backyard. Ah, I love having a backyard. <\/p>\n
Blogs. I have “met” so many kindred spirits all because of these wonderful little blogs. I am so thankful for this network of absolutely amazing and fascinating people. I never though I could feel so close to people so far. That means you. I am thankful for those who read and comment and connect<\/i> with me….us! Thank you for the support, the encouragement, the inspiration<\/b>. <\/p>\n
To show my appreciation and because I KNOW there’s someone out there who is looking for something to keep their head warm this coming winter, how about a little Thanksgiving sale? <\/p>\n
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