Here is my own personal “top ten” as made famous by David Lettermen, for Thanksgiving 2017! You can imagine each one on a flash card!
- for turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, homemade rolls, cranberry sauce, pies, and a pumpkin cheesecake for Ryan (against all odds) and a glass of champagne with loved ones (ok, got that out there)
- for my children and husband with whom I share love, values, faith and hope for the future and for friends and family who love and support me unconditionally
- for Harley and Callie who complete our little household and give so much love, fun and mischief
- for my dear friend “through all odds” Roseann Tully and her indomitable will and determination, and for her generous gifts of opportunity and faith in me
- for all people who are sincerely dedicated to the health and well-being of this planet and all of its occupants
- for the gifts and memories given to me by my parents and for all that my experiences with them have taught me
- for my 9 week trip to Paris, city of dreams for me this Summer, where all my passions bloomed each day
- for my surprising and ever-burgeoning later-decade explosion of curiosity and seeking of knowledge, learning and joy, for the pursuit of creative endeavor that feeds me daily, that appreciation of all that is in nature, the opportunity to travel to places that inspire and uplift me, the beauty in each and every day and every little vision that feeds my wonder in the world
- for the gift of great blessings and aid that may be given to those who are suffering, repressed, marginalized and silent in each and every corner of the world
- for the gift of another day and year ahead in good health to all!