Thankful

It is officially the first of November. The time when many Americans start reflecting on the things that they are thankful for in their lives. I don't want to be a basic person who hashtag's blessed at every opportunity but I must say that I am feeling more and more thankful for this life of mine.

Photo by Toa Heftiba

More than at any point in my life, happiness has been sinking into my pores. I don't think I have ever felt more confident and happy with myself in my adult life. Even at this weight. Even being unemployed. Even when I fail.

I have been falling in love with this country. I've never felt so connected with a place since we've been living this nomadic military life and I'm already feeling deep sadness at having to leave even though it won't be for years.

I have been feeling more and more creative. Working on projects, printables, and writing. I've never had the creative bug bite me like this before.

I've been feeling connected. I've made some friends. I've started a book club. My social life has never felt this good. This may just be a season right now but I'm trying to enjoy it while it lasts.

A job opportunity has cropped up. I have an interview next week. It's for a substitute position. At a High School (I am K-8 certified) but I will be back in the classroom learning and gaining experience and adding some important income and fulfillment to my life.

Brandon and I are good. We will never be perfect because perfect couples don't exist but we are happy. He makes me laugh every day and I miss him when he's not around. Things are so much better than they are bad and I'm grateful. Marriage is full of seasons and they aren't always easy but right now, things are good and happy.

Our home is cozy and warm and full of the things I love. It's located in a tiny village that I love and feel very connected with. It might be in the middle of nowhere with terrible roads but it is ours and I am so enamored with it.

I'm even grateful for the little things like good wine, slow cups of tea and coffee, Autumn scented candles, homemade bread, and good cheese.

I've never asked for much in my life. I want to travel, have good friends, and do something that adds meaning to my life while enjoying the journey with my person.

For the first time, I feel like I'm on the right track to having everything I ever wanted.