Thankful

I’m so excited about eating clean. I started my day with a big glass of water with lemon in it. Then I had a green smoothie. It’s a good way to start the day.

I know the next couple of days will be tempting. I’m no martyr. I will be eating things that aren’t the healthiest choices, like my mom’s stuffing. So good. And I’m making pies, pumpkin and triple berry with homemade crust. But this is tradition (that may be changed as healthy eating infiltrates my being).

Giving thanks should be part of our everyday rituals, not just something we do for 30 days in November each year, or just on Thanksgiving itself. Imagine a world where we were much more thankful and forgiving. It would truly be a happier place.

I have had some friends recently who either passed away from cancer, or are currently undergoing treatment. The one who lost her battle was an amazing, vivacious, energetic person. She lived each day to the fullest. And the other is having to undergo her first chemo treatment today. So much for normal holidays for their family. I wish them strength.

Grateful I am, for all that I have. Lucky I am, for all that I have.

I feel like I have so much to say, but only little bits are coming forth. Be present, by joyous, be thankful.

“Writing is a struggle against silence.”
-CARLOS FUENTES