Thankful.

Thanksgiving is one of my favourite holidays. There is something magical about the combination of fall weather, cozy wool sweaters, pumpkin pie and family gathered together in thanks.

I found myself being reminded of how much I have to be thankful for. I really needed this. Lately, I have been feeling overwhelmed by everything, and a little bit out of control. I don't deal well when I feel out of control. The house is a mess, finances are tight, my garden looks like the Amazon jungle and  I'm fairly confident my poor horse has no idea who I am anymore. And worst of all, my Dad is gone.

During this first year since his death, I have found holidays to be particularly difficult. My Dad was such a family man. He loved everyone gathering together in the holiday spirit. He would always sit at the head of the table, observing his family with such pride. He was the entertainer, DJ, bartender and gravy chef extraordinaire and I was terrified to face this Thanksgiving without him.

BUT...

I (we) got through it. This weekend reminded me that I have the most loving family in the world. That I live in a beautiful place with an incredible lifestyle. And that I have the most amazing daughter. We have each other, and we have our health and so much love.

So much to be thankful for.