Thursday Nights

I have grown over the last several years to love Thursday nights.  On a normal school week it is our "Friday".  So it means the beginning of our weekend. You can feel the stress of the week just go away for a little while.  It is also a rare night of favorite tv shows that I can watch without stressing about losing too much sleep.  It is a simple thing but it really makes me happy.

Distractions

I am more thankful on some days more than others that I have a world full of distractions.  Can you imagine if you couldn't get distracted.  What if you were stuck in the middle of whatever you were doing until it was over - no matter what.
I think that is why it always floors me when I hear or read about someone saying how bored they are at this moment.  Really?  I just don't think they are paying attention very well.

A Computer That Tops My Lap

I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have a laptop computer.  I love that it is so portable.  It makes me think of the Dr. Seuss book Green Eggs and Ham.  I can use it on a house, I can use it with a mouse (pun unintentional but relative), in a box, with a fox, here there or anywhere. I can use it in the dark, in the rain, on a train, with a goat, on a boat. - You get the idea.  I love that I can use my computer without being strapped to a desk.  Well, as long as the battery holds out I am good to go.

Early to Bed

I love going to bed early now.
When I was a kid, a teenager, and even a single adult, I loved to stay up late.  I wasn't responsible for anyone but myself.  Not to say that I didn't have mornings that made me regret the choice to watch a movie, read one more chapter, or stay out a little longer.  But I loved the late night and that it was mine to do with what I pleased.
Once I got married and started to have kids early bedtimes started to take on such a magical quality.First it was early bedtimes for the kids.  The heavenly state of my home in complete peace and quiet and no one demanding my attention after 8 pm.  Now my kids are old enough to get themselves to bed with only a little coaxing and it is their turn to come tuck me into bed.
I hear that when you are old you need less sleep than when you were younger.  Yeah, I don't think that is going to apply to me.

A Son Who is Willing

I am really thankful to have a son that is willing to help with things when asked.  Even at home he is really pretty good about doing what he is asked.  I don't have big drawn out arguments with him over chores or most things in general.  When asked to help with scout projects or church responsibilities he is quick to be available to help.  I know I am partial, but I know how blessed I am to have him as my son.

It's Not What I Planned to Do, But This Was Even Better

I am so thankful that I am able to be spontaneous.  It has given me some of the best experiences and memories of my life so far. It has taken me down the road, up the roller coaster, to a last minute concert and on long anticipated trips away from home. It has taught me to trust my gut, trust those I love, trust my friendships, and trust that the seat belt will do what it is supposed to do.  It has given me courage, made me laugh, made me cry, made me smile, and made me think deep thoughts.  But most of all, it has made me feel alive.

New Pillow

There is something so cathartic about getting a new pillow. I don't think I realize how bad the old pillow is until it has been retired. It really makes me question how many other things I have let go too long. You know what I'm talking about - socks, toothbrushes, bath towels, mascara, undies...