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Thankfulness

I love this time of year. I love how people take time to reflect on things they are thankful for. It seems like in today's world, we focus so heavily on what we don't have instead of what and who we do have in our lives.

 I try my best to spend all year reflecting and being thankful. However, a quick shout out to some extra special people and things that deserve thanks:

















My family. You are always there for me through my best and my worst. I'm thankful for your health, your love, and the time we spend together. Chelsey, our relationship means the world to me. I can't wait until you move home some day.

     My husband. I know being married to me is not easy. Thank you for always being up for an adventure without plans and for supporting me in my many athletic passions. I'm thankful that you have found passion in Ironman and that we can share that together. You are the glue that holds our life together, every single day. Thank you.

















    My other family - my friends. I know that it can be hard to get time scheduled to hang out like we used to. But I am so thankful when we do, and that I still have you all in my life. I love you all.  

     





    Running. I am thankful I have the strength and health to run. I am thankful that I found running, which in turn has helped me find myself. I'm thankful for city running, trail running, mountain running, and all the people that make up those communities. 


    Slalom. As I'm approaching my year anniversary at Slalom, I am so thankful for the relationships I've built, the career I am building, and the incredible team I am a part of. I never thought I would love working somewhere so much. 



    Travel. I am so thankful I have the means to travel and that I will get to focus on some exciting travel adventures in the next few years. Traveling, exploring new places, and meeting new people makes my soul feel alive.



    Since 6 is my lucky number, I think I'll wrap it up there.

    On a side note, my last post about addiction was really hard for me to post. I know we all like to portray perfection and happiness in our social media accounts, but that's not real life. My hopeful update, that person called me this weekend. They sounded just like they used to - sober, cracking jokes, full of joy and love. I told them I loved them, they told me they loved me. I'm supposed to drive them to Thanksgiving tomorrow, so I am hoping they stayed sober this week and that I will see them tomorrow.

    Happy Thanksgiving to you all. Thank you for being a part of my life, however we know each other. Remember, especially this holiday season - that life isn't about "things". You can get all the "things" in the world, but I don't think that things can make you happy. It's about being with those you love, experiences, adventures, memories... the intangible. 




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