Here it is once again, the time of the year when we gather with family and say what we're thankful for. It's the time to eat delicious and appetizing foods together and spend quality time with family or with friends because who doesn't like Friendsgiving? Everyone has something that they are grateful for and I just figured why not let you guys see what I've been thankful for this year. And as always, may you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving week.

1. Thankful for an extremely supportive family

They are the real MVP's for taking my late-night calls, not rearranging my room into a new office and sending me money when I'm almost broke. On a more serious note, my family means the world to me and I am so ever thankful for them.

2. Thankful to have a place to live in and enough money to afford meals

Looking at you dining dollars and Commons swipes I don't know what I would do without you.

3. Thankful to have a car that is functioning

In just one week two of my friends have had car problems. I'm thankful my baby is still running smoothly at 7 years old.

4. Thankful for the incredible friends I've met this past semester

This semester was the one to strengthen friendships and create new ones. I'm thankful to have great friends to surround myself with.

5. Thankful that even in loss, my family never waned and become stronger because of it

We had a few losses this year and one was the death of our precious Golden Precious. It was unexpected and very sudden but I'm thankful for the many years we had together.

6. Thankful that I get a whole week off for Thanksgiving

Yesss to no worrying about assignments until after Thanksgiving. I guess working on them the weekend before really helped. Also, the countdown begins to feasting time!

7. Thankful for THE best Thanksgiving meal

In just a few short days I will be feasting for a whole 24+ hours and not have a care in the world. All the sweet potato pie I can eat will be there for me. My mom knows how to cook and I can't wait.

8. Thankful that it finally feels like Fall

Fall brings on the cozy oversized sweaters, fluffy & thick socks, and blankets to snuggle with during the cool nights.

9. Thankful for our Golden Retriever puppy Nikolaj

Our family got this beautiful, curious, loveable boy a few months ago and I am in love. He brings such joy to our lives and I can't imagine life without him.

10. And lastly, I'm thankful to just be alive

With all the horrible things going on in the world today, I'm just grateful I can wake up and see another day.