November 2025 Gratitude

 

Long ago, I had consumed a pumpkin-coffee, merged lanes, and filled bags with toys after unloading the dishwasher, sweeping the floor, and scraping ice off my car before 8 AM on Black Friday.  

This year, I had a cup of tea, walked the park, and took trash to the curb. There is nothing in the stores calling and the obscene prices will give me the same pause when I shop online, on Monday or Tuesday or whenever. So I  find myself reflective in a morning of extended-day gratitude as I prep for the always busy month of December.

In Random Order: Gratitude

Grands, who still hug with vigor

Children who acknowledge my love,

Medical miracles giving more days,

Family who share lives, loves, passions,

Social media images that connect, inspire,

Critical thinking, good intentions, forgiveness,

Friends who still connect from afar,

Pools filled with friends, hope, joy

Shopping carts in online stores,

Supporting this chapter.