November 24, 2016 – Maple Grove, Minnesota

A list of things I’m thankful for on this day of Thanksgiving:

Currently having a job at a restaurant yet somehow having the day off.

My aunt and uncle for letting me borrow one of their vehicles to get around the twin cities.

Having a cell phone to communicate with.

Being physically able to earn money to pay for said phone and holiday expenditures.

Getting together with Mari and Syr (my first hosts) for breakfast. Catching up. They’re so lovely.

Having lunch with my mother, step-father, oldest brother, and some of my step-father’s family.

Watching the Minnesota Vikings (lose to the Lions) with my mom.

My brother for chauffeuring me around. He’s such a good guy.

Eating dinner with extended family (cousins, aunt, uncle, new baby) and my brother.

The opportunity to enjoy great food, drinks, and company all day.

This extra time back home with family.

Getting hired for a winter bartending position at Big Sky Resort in Montana.

A family that loves and supports me despite spending so much time away from them.

“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” – Oprah Winfrey