30 Days of Thanks - Day 14

Day 14: For the ridiculously bright 6th grader I get to tutor every Thursday evening. Quote of the night?

"I don't really get to watch the news as much as I did last year because I'm so busy with homework."

Thaaat's my Micah.

Last week's "Tutoring Times" writing assignment. Could this girl be any more fabulous? 

30 Days of Thanks - Day 13

Day 13: For colleagues who are truly friends. What a legit awesome team we make.

30 Days of Thanks - Day 12

Day 12: Clarity.

I'm getting there. Back to there, really. And it feels awesome. Also way more complicated than I ever could have expected, but so totally worth it.

So very grateful for those moments when you see the stark reality of where you're stuck - and what you need to do to keep on keepin on.

30 Days of Thanks: Day 10 AND 11

Day 10: Blackhawks.

Some days a girl is just thankful for a good hockey game. And win.



Day 11: For the women and men who serve, protect, and have allowed us to embrace freedom and progress.

It's incredible, isn't it? The sacrifices people make for the sake of the rest of us? Their families, too, because it shapes their lives and reality too. Nothing but awe and respect for their selflessness. And inspiration for all the little things that I can do on a daily basis to honor it. The freedom that I have as a women - and can fight to keep in the face of the challenges we face - is something I refuse to take advantage of.

30 Days of Thanks - Day 8 AND 9

For good times (and good wine) with the best friends and family a gal could hope for.

30 Days of Thanks - Day 7

Day 7: Coming home to my husband.

This is late. Specifically for the reason above. There is absolutely nothing like coming in from the chilly twilight to the warm glow of home - and a big bear hug from your favorite.

And then? Making dinner together. Let's be honest - he did most of the making. I sliced brussels sprouts. And poured wine. But it's those little domestic things that make a daily routine together so ridiculously magical. Coming home to my husband - I don't think the thrill will wear off any time soon.

November 7th calls for extra gratitude, too: for a first kiss 15 years ago and a proposal I couldn't refuse 12 years later. So very thankful for Kevin - my best friend, my partner, my rock, and my happily ever after.

30 Days of Thanks - Day 6

Day 6: Kevin. Home. Safe. (Now with super fun China tchotchkes.)