kittykats1's blog post - I am thankful

I guess with it being Thanksgiving I am in a reflective and pensive mood. I am happy yet sad, as I tend to be during the 'family' holidays. I have decided to make a list of some of the things that I am thankful for. It is not a complete list, but just what happens to be on my mind at this time.

I am thankful for:

My husband. Who puts up with my shit on a daily basis. Why he loves me as much as he does, I haven't a clue. I am by no means 'high maintenance' and actually tend to go out of my way to not ask for his help which frustrates him. I do tend to be highly stubborn, exceedingly opinionated, at times rigid, humorless and prone to being moody and as demanding of the people I love as I am of myself. I am a control freak and a perfectionist and am as annoying as hell but he loves me. He loves me when I am sad, mad, glad - he just loves me. I don't deserve him but I am thankful he chose me.

My son. My mini-me. He may look like his father but inside he is me. We are so alike at times we butt heads, but there isn't a day that goes by that I look at him and marvel that such a beautiful, loving, kind soul came out of me.

My parents. I love them more than they will ever know, despite the fact that spending time with them at times is as pleasurable as a root canal. I owe them so much and care for them so deeply yet I could never put it into words.

T&K. These are 2 very special people who have come into our lives and I can't describe how happy they make me. They are extensions of us and I cherish the time we spend with them. Not many people would understand or accept it, but I can live with that.

My zoo. All of my animals give me unconditional love on a daily basis. To them I am the center of their universe. I have laughed for them, cried for them, bled for them, mourned for them, won and lost for them, gone into debt for them. I would do it and continue to do it every day. They are a part of me and who I am.

My friends. I know a lot of people but rarely let many get so close to me. My friends are like my family and they know they can call on me at any time for anything. I would walk thru fire for them.

My health. Well not so much, as it hasn't been the best thing the past few years. It could be worse - of course it could and I know I am far better off than so many despite the laundry list of niggling health issues. I can walk, talk, see, hear, eat, drink, laugh, cry, make love. And there are many who cannot do those things, so yes I am thankful.

NN. Where else could I go that people would except me as I am? I am ridiculous, filthy-minded, potty-mouthed and butt-nekkid most of the time. You all are the best, the greatest, the sexiest and I adore you all.

This is all I can think of right now, but I am thankful for so much more. Please have a safe and happy day and be good to one another.

Puurrs to all,

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