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20 Things In Life That I Will Never Take For Granted

It's always so important to count your blessings, and recognize all of the things that are given to you in life.

JennyRoberto

Mar 31, 2019

Bowling Green State University

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20 Things In Life That I Will Never Take For Granted

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As you sit back and reflect upon what you are grateful for, think about your friends, family, and life experiences that you cherish on a day-to-day basis. Including the ones that have shaped who you are today. There are many people in the world who weren't given the same privileges or opportunities, and it is so important that we are grateful for all of those amazing things.

There are so many things in life to be thankful for and happy about. Here are 20 of them.

1. Having a close relationship with God

Growing up, my parents brought me to church each Sunday, along with both of my brothers. Learning about God and all of the things that He has given us, has shown me that I am wonderfully and beautifully made.

2. My amazing boyfriend

I am always able to talk to him about anything, and he makes me feel so loved and protected each and every day. He always knows how to pick me up, when I feel down and discouraged. Without a doubt, he continues to support me and encourage in everything that I do, in every way that he can. Each day, creating fun and goofy moments together, are always the memories that I will forever cherish. What's better than your boyfriend being your best friend and soul mate, all in one?!

3. My loving and supportive family

I'm very grateful to have a wonderful family, with parents who love and help me in every way that they can.

4. Musical talent

I am grateful that 11 years ago, I decided to pick up the violin. I am so proud to say that I have stuck with it, and my love for music has grown even stronger.

5. Having an optimistic mindset

I'm always open to trying something new, or exploring new places and meeting new people.

6. My friends

Where do I even begin? My friends have been with me through thick and thin, and I don't know what I would do without them. I am always grateful that if I need any advice, I can ask them what they think is best to do in the given situation.

7. Life's future opportunities

I am so eager to graduate, and become the best teacher that I can be.

8. A safe and secure home life

I am so glad to say that I have been given a home life that I feel comfortable and safe in, with such a loving family.

9. A wonderful childhood

My parents always did the best they could to give my brothers and I the best and happiest childhood possible.

10. A great education

I'm so grateful to be studying inclusive early childhood education (IEC) at BGSU. It's such an amazing program and I'm proud that I'm taking all the steps and classes I need to, to become a future educator.

11. Confidence and a positive self-esteem

I am grateful that I have developed an overall confidence in everything that I do. Meeting new people and becoming friends with them, feeling confident in my appearance, and working as hard as I can in school because I know that I am capable.

12. Participating in sports throughout my life

I am more than grateful that my parents have put all the time, effort, and money, into allowing me to participate in sports for the majority of my life. It is definitely a sacrifice and a huge time commitment and I'm so happy that I have had the privilege of being a dancer, gymnast, cheerleader, and pole vaulter.

13. Writing for Odyssey!

This is such a wonderful privilege to be writing for such a great group of hard workers each week! I love putting my voice out there and having others relate to what I write!

14. Art museums

There's nothing more beautiful than walking around an art museum and looking at all of the breathtaking masterpieces created among various artists. Historical art is most definitely my favorite.

15. My creativity

I for sure love and am grateful for my creative side. I am proud to say that I was an athlete, and am currently a musician. I have most definitely worked hard in advancing these talents!

16. The weekend

What else can I say? Who doesn't love the weekend after a long hard week? Get caught up on the things you couldn't get to during the week, and then relax and enjoy yourself!

17. My daily routine

I am grateful that I am able to handle my very busy daily routine. Although it is stressful with classes, homework, and my job, I do enjoy having a set schedule each day. I always enjoy having set plans as well, to help keep my day moving.

18. Coffee and energy drinks

As funny as it sounds, YES, I am grateful for coffee and energy drinks. We all have those days where we feel the need for some sort of boost, and let me tell you, both of these will do just THAT to get you through!!

19. My job

I'm so grateful to be employed at a great place that I genuinely enjoy working at.

20. Life's challenges

In life, there's always an obstacle to face. It is so important to acknowledge how much you can grow from the challenges you have overcome, and learn how to strategize on how to tackle the next one.

Think about all that you have in life. What are YOU grateful for?

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20 Things In Life That I Will Never Take For Granted

It's always so important to count your blessings, and recognize all of the things that are given to you in life.

1. Having a close relationship with God

2. My amazing boyfriend

3. My loving and supportive family

4. Musical talent

5. Having an optimistic mindset

6. My friends

7. Life's future opportunities

8. A safe and secure home life

9. A wonderful childhood

10. A great education

11. Confidence and a positive self-esteem

12. Participating in sports throughout my life

13. Writing for Odyssey!

14. Art museums

15. My creativity

16. The weekend

17. My daily routine

18. Coffee and energy drinks

19. My job

20. Life's challenges

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I'm technically an adult, so I'm legally required to live a little, right?

1. Watch an R-rated Scary Movie in a Movie Theater

2. Buy a Lottery Ticket

3. Vote in an Election

4. Participate in a Run (or a Walk, Realistically) for Charity

5. Go on a Road Trip

6. Start a Savings Account

7. Get a Credit Card

8. Sign up for Spotify Premium

9. Go to a Club

10. Start a Meditation Routine

11. Go to a Yoga Class

12. Treat Myself to a Dinner for One

13. Volunteer for a Charity

14. Participate in a Research Study

15. Bake Something (That Ends Up Being Edible)

16. Go Skydiving

17. Be Called for Jury Duty

18. Figure Out What I Want to Do With my Life

The holiday classics that shaped my life

1."But what would happen if we all tried to be like Santa and learned to give as only he can give: of ourselves, our talents, our love and our hearts? Maybe we could all learn Santa's beautiful lesson and maybe there would finally be peace on Earth and good will toward men."

"Sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see."

"If you won't use your heart, who cares if it gets broken? If you just keep it to yourself, maybe it'll be like my rollerblades. When you do decide to try it, it won't be any good. You should take a chance. Got nothing to lose."

"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends."

"Life is made up of meetings and partings. That is the way of it."

"If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find a that love actually is all around."

"Sometimes things look good on paper, but lose their luster when you see how it affects real folks. I guess a healthy bottom line doesn't mean much if to get it, you have to hurt the ones you depend on."

"'Maybe Christmas,' he thought, 'doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.'"

"Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to."

"There's room for everyone on the nice list."

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1. Why are towels considered dirty when you get out of the shower clean?

2. Who closes the bus door once the bus driver gets off?

3. Why is there a "d" in "fridge" but not in "refrigerator"?

4. If you drop soap on the floor is the floor clean or the soap dirty?

5. Is the "S" or the "C" silent in the word "scent"?

6. Does expecting the unexpected make the unexpected the expected?

7. Would Lightning McQueen buy car insurance or life insurance?

8. Who put the alphabet in alphabetical order?

9. What color are mirrors?

10. If 2 mind readers read each other's minds whose mind are they really reading?

11. Is there a synonym for "synonym"?

12. If your shirt isn't tucked into your pants, are your pants tucked into your shirt?

13. Why is it called "quick sand" if you sink slowly in it?

14. If I try to fail, but succeed, which one did I do?

15. If Cinderella's shoe fit perfectly, why did it fall off?

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