As Thanksgiving approaches, I thought I would reflect on the things in life that mean the most to me, for which I am eternally thankful. I encourage you to ask yourself what makes your life beautiful, and what you are thankful for. Here are just a few things that make my life a bit more colorful:
1. Salty ocean air rolling off of the sea in a light breeze
2. The smell of rain on the pavement
3. Juicy pineapple
4. A cup of coffee
5. Lazy Sunday mornings with my record player
6. A father who is my first love, biggest fan, and best friend all in one
7. The respect and admiration of my peers
8. The way that light reflects
9. The comfort in knowing I need the Earth as much as it needs me
10. A genuine smile
11. Old friends
12. Freckles
13. A field of sunflowers
14. Getting dirty
15. The cool side of the pillow
16. Pajama pants
17. Strangers becoming friends
18. Waking up every morning
19. A starry sky and the whisper of the wind rushing through trees
20. Bare feet and tan lines
21. Coincidences
22. Turtles
23. Poetry
24. Motivation and strength in moments of weakness
25. Balance
26. A hot shower after a long day
27. John Mayer
28. How the waves feel on my toes
29. Hula hoops
30. The color purple
31. The smell of fresh-cut grass
32. Lemonade
33. Fond memories
34. Blue skies and puffy clouds lazily drifting by
35. The privilege of education
What makes your world wonderful? Take the moment to be humble, and reflect on what makes your life special.
