Laura

Thank You…

How do you give thanks?

…by saying the words, simple!

Words we don’t often say truly enough or with real meaning behind them.

What does it mean to be truly thankful?

I didn’t ask for wine 🍷 but AI clearly thinks I need it 😆

So much gratitude for the lives we lead each day, the food we consume, the roof we have over our heads, the way we show appreciation for others and are thankful for that moment of peace we hopefully have when we lay our heads down at night (or if you’re like me, in the morning!).

Grateful for the ability to see so much of our vast world 🏔️ and for landscapes like this

For those that have come into our lives for a season, a reason, for a lifetime, or with a purpose. Expected and unexpected.

For what keeps us sane…

Yep, I’ll take a big ole cup of it! ☕️ doesn’t have to be that fancy, but I’ll do iced or hot anytime!

For those jobs we have, which sometimes may not always feel like the greatest, but it’s where we have to spend some of our time to keep on living.

Time spent with family and loved ones

And hopefully, if there’s people out there who are fortunate enough to not have to bear the burden of working, they are thankful for whoever takes care of them.

For the special animal beings in our lives…

How can I not be grateful for that adorable face? 🐈

So many behind the scenes things we never really think about in our day to day that we should be grateful for.

I’ve had some recent car issues, so I’m thankful when I don’t have those.

A vibrant Sky 🌌

I’m so grateful for: When I can just be. And breathe. Writing, even with all its frustrations. Nursing, even though it is a difficult job, it’s kept the lights on for the last decade or so. Loved ones, and the joy they bring.

Messages of our soul.

The serenity of an early morning beach sunrise 🌅

Nature, for the moment of beauty and awe that comes into our hearts when we’re surrounded by such. The moon, and all her chaotic ways. Music for how it speaks and flows through us.

Chaos and beauty

So much more. I could keep going…

Fresh air to breathe. Clean water to drink.

A healthy body, which we so often take for granted, until we are reminded of how important it is.

A sense of calm washing over us as we realize how blessed we truly are.

For the beautiful images. Thank you ❤️

I wish that for you, too. Aside from the hustle and bustle of the holidays, remember to stop and enjoy what it’s really about:

Togetherness.

Gratitude.

Love.

Peace.

And perhaps a few caffeinated delusions and chaos thrown in, but only the good kind. 😉

Enjoy your day, folks.

I’ve been busy making some logos if you haven’t heard yet! Probably will be trying out a few dozen or so 😁 your input is always highly appreciated

And even when you have a moment of lowness – some of which I have experienced the last few weeks – remember, this too shall pass. There is so much to be grateful for.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 🦃

Don’t forget to take a turkey nap! 😴

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  1. Thank you Laura for this lovely post. I just love all the photos and images and what you say.

    Thank you for being a blogging friend.

    I have already said Happy Thanksgiving. But I’ll say it again. Happy Thanksgiving.

    May you have a chance for some rest, peace and fun. X

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    • Thanks so much Liz. I’m grateful for you being a blogging friend as well 😊 I’m glad you liked the post! I wanted to try and make it a bit special. And I appreciate the “Happy Thanksgiving!” 😁 I did get some rest of that was nice 🙏 I hope you had a peaceful day

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      • Glad you got some rest. I am hoping to just relax now after posting my letter of complaint with regards to my Monday’s appointment with mum’s bank that made my week terrible.
        I am now, after popping on here, to have a relaxing weekend at least
        😊

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    • Grateful for the connection to you too Michele 😊 🙏 sorry I’ve been more MIA lately and I do so appreciate your kind and thoughtful words and understanding 💕 hope you had a calm day and enjoy your time away!

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      • Very much, thank you Laura and sorry not necessary. Life is busy and sometimes frustrating. 😒 Keep carving out your creative important creative time! 🙌🏻 Heading to Mexico soon. 🙏🏻💕 Hope you have some time to relax this weekend. 🌅

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      • Thanks a million, Lauren💕 A wonderful weekend with my cousin, exploring and laughing and the weather was marvelous. Hope your week and new month are starting off splendidly. 😊🎶

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  5. AI can get cheeky at times. I love all the pictures. That’s a lot of things to be thankful for, indeed. Things that we might take for granted. That’s definitely an adorable face 😺 What’s his/her name?
    Sorry to hear about your car trouble. I hope that it’s under control now. I loved that photo of beach sunrise and the moon!
    Health is wealth indeed.
    I saw the logo on Kevin’s site. You did a fantastic job!
    I loved that after note. I’ve had a few bad days as well. “This too shall pass” seems wonderful to hear in those moments.
    Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

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    • Thank you Shweta 😊 yes AI likes to have it’s fun sometimes 😆 and that little man is Pumpkin 🎃 😆 poor orange kitty with such a cutesy name, but it really fits him 🐈 and thank you 🙏 car is still in flux but getting fixed so here’s to hoping 🤞health wealth is such a good way to say it! 😁
      Awesome and thank you about the logo 🤗 so glad you liked it! And sorry 😢 to hear about your few bad days…I feel that ❤️ hopefully all has calmed down a bit.

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  14. Let me join in and wish you and your family a happy Thanksgiving 🦃. Thank you for sharing this amazing, majestic, authentic blog with us. You are so much appreciated 😊💓🙏

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  22. I love your reflections on gratitude, it’s a beautiful reminder of the many Blessings we often take for granted. It’s so important to appreciate the little things, and your words really capture that.

    I also love the name signage at the end, that’s pretty cool.

    We are reminded in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to “give thanks in all circumstances.” Even in the difficult moments, there is always something to be grateful for.

    Happy Thanksgiving to you. May your heart continue to find peace and joy.

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    • Thank you so kindly, Willie 😊 truly so appreciated 🙏 and yes, I so agree too, we should give thanks even in difficult moments as sometimes life can be so much harder. I hope you’ve and your family had a blessed thanksgiving and are feeling peace and joy at this time 🙏 😊

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  28. A very lovely testament to gratitude and thankfulness. Extremely magnificent. 🤗
    Very grateful for so many of these same things too, and most especially, for you. 😍
    Thank you so much for everything, and a Happy Thanksgiving once again. 😍🤗😍

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  31. I enjoyed reading your post about gratitude. You’ve shared so many things that we often take for granted, like food, shelter, family, and friends. I love how you’ve expressed your gratitude for the simple things in life, like a beautiful sunset or a good cup of coffee. Your writing is heartfelt, sincere, and inspiring. You’ve reminded me to appreciate the good things in my life and to not take anything for granted. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. That’s really beautiful 🧡❤️

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    • Thank you lovely 🙏 much appreciated ❤️ I hope you’ve been well and I’m so glad you enjoyed the post 😊 we do sometimes take so much for granted, appreciate your kind words and sorry for the delay in response, I’ve been off for a bit

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    • Thank you Destiny 🙏 sorry it’s been a minute 😬 gotta spend some hours catching up 😆 I hope you are well and enjoying your time ❤️ hopefully have some days off soon! 🤞

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  37. Happy Thanksgiving to you.(Sorry, I am a little late. 😅)
    This post is well-thought-out and a valuable reminder for all of us.
    This reminded me of a quote that I recently read.
    “No amount of regret changes the past.
    No amount of anxiety changes the future.
    Any amount of gratitude changes the present.”

    I hope everything is going well for you and that you have a great day and weekend ahead,my friend.😊

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    • Now, I am the one who is late here! 😆 thank you for your kindness and beautiful words and I hope you have been well! 🙏 I love the quote you shared because it is so true. Thank you for that, it is a good reminder of us as well to be in the present moment and to appreciate what is in front of us.
      My apologies for a delayed response 🙏 I hope you have some enjoyable time off upcoming for holidays 😊

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      • There’s no need for an apology. I logged in this weekend too.
        You’re most welcome.

        All good on my side and I hope it’s the same on your side too.
        It is indeed a good reminder for us all.

        Thank you for the holiday wishes. I hope you too have great holidays, my friend.
        Take care. 😊

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  40. Great post, my friend! I hope you had a great turkey day and the obligatory L-tryptophan nap 😂 Kevin told me you were the creativity behind his new logo… fantastic! Thanks for a good reminder to be grateful…I’m glad my middle daughter… who lives over in Charlotte… was able to spend two weeks with us 😎🙏 Enjoy your weekend! ❤️

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    • Thanks Darryl! So sorry for the delay here 🫶 hope all has been well! I’m glad you like the logo! They were fun to make 😆 that’s so nice your daughter was able to spend time! Hope you’ll be able to have more of that as Christmas and New Years rolls around as well 🙏

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  43. Such a great post. I often remind myself of the good things, no matter how small. We often take things like health and the ability to move for granted – until they are gone! Everyday should have a time for reflection and gratitude.

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  48. I’m so grateful to you, Laura ❤ for all you are and do 🙂 !!!! Your friendship, sistership, inspiration, poetry, images, and well needed humorous banter are par to none ~ Endless waves of love your way !!! and extra treats / pets for the babes !!! 😉

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