Honestly, this week kind of sucked. It was not all unicorns and rainbows. There were too many WTF moments and not enough life is incredible moments. Yet there were still at least 10 things to be thankful….

That we managed not one but two camping trips in September, with a final one planned for October

That my nephew was here to help with Bridget, even if his glass never makes it into the dishwasher

That when life got tough, my husband stepped up.

That when I was having a really hard night, a friend unknowingly texted me and lightened my load.

That when I had to cancel plans with a friend I haven’t seen in forever, she understood.

That while we are having a Nor’Easter and it cancelled my Irish Festival plans…it also meant I got to sleep in and be a sloth for a few hours.

That I have a sister-in-law living her best retirement life, that shares not only her adventures but her children with me. The relationship her boys have with my girls is one of my biggest joys to watch.

That while I haven’t made it to the gym in a few weeks, I have managed to get some much needed me-time walks in. They are too short at the moment, but every step helps clear my head.

That David & Abbey had not one but two road trips together. I love watching their relationship shift from that of dad/teenager to dad/adult daughter.

And finally….the tenth thing I am most thankful for is my villagers who keep showing up even when I cannot.