Today I’m thankful for my family.

This is the last holiday my brother has to spend in Iraq. That’s a thing to be thankful for, as well. (Just the fact that this is the last holiday that any of our military men and women will have to spend over there is something to be thankful for.)

I’m thankful for the ability to run and for my creative side – when I feel like putting it to use.

I’m thankful that I’m employed in a job that I really enjoy most days.

And I’m thankful for my health. And the health of my family members and friends.

It’s been a pretty trying year, but I have so much to be thankful for.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Today I’m thankful for my family, great friends, a better job and my home. I’m most thankful that my brother is enjoying today with his friends in Hawaii. It beats last year. (Last year I was very thankful for a phone call.)

This year I’m thinking about all of the men and women in the military who are serving in areas like Iraq and Afghanistan. I’m praying that they all get to come home very soon to their loved ones, safe and sound.

Our festivities are winding down. We had dinner at my grandmother’s house, and I ran 11 miles this morning. I’ve walked another mile, and am considering another 2-mile walk. I ate a lot of food that needs to be worked off.

I hope you’ve enjoyed your day!