Nov 7 -  Today I am grateful for my nieces and nephew (hubby's brother's kids) - Cathy, Patti, Mike and Christine.  The kids fit in age wise with ours.  In some ways they grew up together (but in two states) - hubby and I always made sure the cousins saw each other every year despite the distance.  They still "talk" to each other, occasionally visit, etc.  It has been a joy to see each of them get married and have them at our kids' weddings.  They all have their own kids too now and it is a delight to see the 2nd generation of cousins growing up.

Today I am grateful  for my parents.  Today (Nov 6) is their anniversary.  However, neither of them are here to celebrate, so it up to me to remember and I am glad that I had the set of them.  They gave me a good life.  It was unusual (to others) to be a "military brat" but normal to me.  I got to see and do things I may not have otherwise experienced.  My parents always encouraged me, especially my Dad.  He kept telling me I could do what I wanted to do. He always was ahead of the rest of the world.  Thanks dad, thanks Mom.

Today I am grateful for my three children - Beth, Matt, and Becky. They have all grown into wonderful people to know and spend time with. They have gone in 3 different directions, each fitting their own personalities, and yet we are all still family.  I love them all so much!

Today I am grateful for my grandchildren.  All 4 of them.  I love them dearly and always will.  I'm also grateful that two of my children decided to have children, therefore letting me have grandchildren.

Today I am thankful for the opportunity to pray for friends and those who need prayer in their life.

World Vegan day

Several things listed above are among my favorites.  I still love Turkey though.

I am grateful for having choices readily available.