Gracias

Every day I wake up and am grateful for the life I have. I am so thankful for the happiness in my life. I appreciate the options that I have. I know I am lucky to have grown up in a two-parent house, full of love. I can tell stories about the happiness and warmth I felt in my little cocoon called "home." I am lucky that I still have those two parents around, loving and supporting me unconditionally. I feel blessed to have an amazing sister who is one of my best friends. I know that I am one of the few who has so many people that I know I can count on when things get rough.

Each time I go for a walk along the river, I say a silent prayer of thanks for such a beautiful world to live in. When I wake up on a bight and sunny Saturday morning in the arms of a man I love, and who loves me back, I know I am blessed.

I am so grateful every day for the things I have, but I can't help but wonder if these wonderful things are so amazing because I appreciate them so much. I am grateful for the struggles that have made me so aware of the happiness.