We stayed up too late last night with my mom and sisters, so today was a day of lounging. I’m thankful we didn’t have anything that needed to be done. Instead, we watched tv, went to a garden center, sat on the deck for a bit once the sun came out, then watched more tv. I wish weekends were 3 days long. I could use another day like today.

I’m thankful for my family today.

We made it to Friday!! It’s been a long week. I’m thankful for the weekend. I’m thankful my new employees lasted all week, even though one of them cried today. (She is ok!) And I’m thankful my mom and sisters are coming tomorrow.

The other day a friend of mine texted me that her dad asked her to give be me a dream catcher. It was completely out of the blue. While my friend and I chat on the regular, I had not told her that I have been having weird dreams lately. So her dad randomly offering me a dream catcher was spooky. I took it as a sign I couldn’t refuse.

I’m grateful he thought of me. I’m also thankful that it’s working. My dream last night wasn’t bad, and hopefully tonight’s is good.

It’s Wednesday. I’m thankful to be halfway through this week because I’m so tired already. Just like these guys.

I’m grateful that the two new hires in my department came back for a second day. Fingers crossed they’re back again tomorrow after today’s hectic day. One of them made the comment that if we noticed confetti in the air, it was really just her head exploding. Yikes! I guess the first few days at a new job is always a bit overwhelming.

I’m also thankful for mint tea. That is all.

I was NOT happy about this today, but I’m thankful for the lovely drive into work, knowing the snow wouldn’t last long. And it was gone by this afternoon.

Since we didn’t get together with anyone today, we went to breakfast and worked in the yard. Then I didn’t even feel bad for having pie for dinner. Here are some things I’m thankful for today.

My sister, mom, and brother-in-law planned to come over today for a pre-Easter brunch, so I invited Jim’s sisters and husbands over as well while they were in town. We did a lot of eating, drinking, and laughing, and it was a good time. I’m thankful once again to be able to spend an afternoon with family. I’m not sure the pups were as happy; they needed extra naps once everyone left.

A friend of mine lost her mom and her dad last year to cancer. Tonight she had a celebration of life for them. It was a party with karaoke and food and drinks. There were family photos and flowers and balloons. And lots of family. I’m grateful to have been invited and to see a family honor their loved ones, not with tears, but with music and rejoicing.

When I go, I want a party. Maybe a craft project. Definitely balloons and cake. And glitter. Lots of glitter.