It is a beautiful, sunny day. Three generations of my family are together. We have eaten well. The kids are playing quietly in the backyard. Some adults are napping. And I am reflecting on what makes me thankful.
I am thankful for my family's health.
I am thankful that we all get along.
I am thankful that my parents raised me to be open minded and accepting of people and things that are different from the norm. In fact, they encouraged me to be unique - whenever it was socially acceptable.
I am thankful my children love me, even though I have to lay down the law more often than I would like to. Every night, they still want me to snuggle with them as they drift off to sleep. It is my embrace that relaxes them brings them comfort. I am grateful for that special bond.
I am thankful for friends who understand that our family is different. They may not be able to comprehend what our life with autism is like, but their acceptance and support mean the world to me.
I am thankful my husband has a good sense of humor.
I am thankful that Ian finds the inner strength to make progress every day.
I am thankful for Ainsley for bringing joy to our world.
Happy Thanksgiving.
2 comments:
I thought you said your husband had a 'sarcastic' sense of humour in your profile!
Love the list, more of the sarcasm please. Happy Thanksgiving from the aliens!
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Thank you Carla for the "glass half full" post- I was sitting here lamenting the dysfunctional extended family dynamic we have had to endure for the past two days. We do manage somehow to get along and everyone is healthy so I am thankful. Still, coming home to our tiny place, snugggling with Owen and Ron..... for that I am truly thankful.
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