today, the day after thanksgiving, i have had an opportunity to reflect on all the things that i am grateful for. some of it is seemingly trivial, but in the midst of an economic crisis, and so many who are struggling, i can only say that no small comfort or blessing is insignificant. i know that for myself, none of it would be possible if my heart and spirit were not in the right place. so i am full of joy and gratitude for all that i have (and don't have)..
.Jesus, who found me as a lost sheep
.the Word, that keeps me from being my old self
.my husband, who i am discovering is perfect for me, and an amazing man
.my physical health
.my dad, moms, grandparents (oh so adorable!), aunts, uncles, cousins, near and far
.my church ... just an amazing home
.new friends and old
.new family members from ecclesia
.reasons to pick up my camera
.my job (even tho' i complain about the bureaucracy)
.our cozy home
.food in the fridge
.my dad's cooking
.coffee, seriously
.living in a sunny part of the world
.the neighborhood i live in, i just love it so much
.the greenery and flowers outside my door, where i often look when i reflect
.waking up in a comfy warm bed
.this amazing place we call the internet
.friends abroad whom i miss, who inspire me
.the music i wake up with in my head, the words that keep me focused all day long
.photographs ive accumulated from my travels, the tangible memories
.my mac laptop - 'nuf said
.sunday evenings
.thursday evenings
.the daily time i spend with pramin
.a little bit of money saved in the bank
.a car so i am minutes away from where i need to be
.living so darn close to a trader joes :)
.all the local hangouts i love
.salsa dancing ~ missing this so much...soon
.the red, green, yellow, brown leaves all over the sidewalks on my street
.short drive to work
.the tiny and subtle ways my prayers are answered
.movies/film
.living in an artistic and creative city that is los angeles
.weekends and evenings
.all the teas, spices, and comfort food in our cupboard
.silence
.the strumming of my husband's guitar
.his creativity that constantly inspires me
.a clean home
.someone to keep me accountable for my actions and words...and thoughts
.the occasional reminders to get my act together
.the frequent reminder that i am not all that ... humility check
.date night
.music
.warm showers
.inspiration from other photographers
.the awesomeness of God's love
.thirst for discernment
.hunger for truth
.being less stubborn in having things my way (note: key word is LESS)
.laughter
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