Oftentimes, we get so caught up in our lives that we never really pay attention to how truly blessed we are. It's only when bad things happen(or that one day devoted to being thankful) that we reflect on everything we're thankful for. With Thanksgiving come and gone, I have decided to compose a list of the most simple, yet meaningful things we should all be thankful for.

1. Parents: they will always be there for you no matter what and they go above and beyond for YOU.

2. Home: whether you live in the country or a mansion, home will always be where the heart is.

3. Pain: it reminds us we're human and we are in fact alive.

4. Love: it's hard to find but it's good to have.

5. Sunsets: they remind us that endings can be beautiful.

6. Education: we may think it's going to kill us, but some people have no access.

7. Weekends: our mini break from the daily grind.

8. Health: it is important to stay healthy, some people are fighting for theirs.

9. Mistakes: they teach you how to live the correct way.

10. Tears: they take place of words when we have none.

11. Oceans: the waves are a constant reminder to keep moving forward.

Granted, there are more things to be thankful for. These are the most simple, yet meaningful. Take a moment each day to truly be thankful; not when tragedy strikes. We are blessed no matter what, so let's start acting like it! Everything, both good and bad, have gotten us to where we are now.