Things for which I am thankful...

I wanted to do an unconventional list, so some of these might sound odd at first. If you have questions, let me know in my comments. Also, please share some of your own!

My friends and family - living and dead, near and far

The pain I went through in the closet - it made me who I am today

The ongoing pain of Matt's death - it still motivates me to make the world better

Seeing my mother die - I was there when she needed me, and I don't fear it as I once did

Seeing Scotty near death - it reminded me that time is precious, and family even more so

A job I no longer want - it's shown me that passion and profession should always be connected and must sometimes evolve together

Various injuries and ailments - they've taught me to slow down and take time for myself

Friends who let me down - they taught me to forgive more and judge less

Failed relationships - whether mine or someone else's, they've taught me patience and perspective

Growing up dirt poor - I learned to make do with less and appreciate what I have

The future - it's nothing but possibility

What will you give thanks for, and what would you not normally be thankful for that you perhaps should?