Things have been busy around here as I wrap up the spring term, celebrate birthdays, and make plans for summer school, amidst other activities.

And with so much going on, it’s easy to get stressed out and a little frustrated/worried/frazzled sometimes.

Especially after reading Ali’s post, I thought today, now, would be a perfect time to remind myself of all the things I’m thankful for at this point in my life.

23 things I’m thankful for:

1. I’m thankful for family dinners.
2. I’m thankful for projects and assignments that keep me busy.
3. I’m thankful for nights of good rest.
4. I’m thankful for laughter and inside jokes.
5. I’m thankful for down-to-earth friends I can connect with.
6. I’m thankful for opportunities to trust and learn and grow.
7. I’m thankful for the convenience of technology.
8. I’m thankful for encouraging professors who make my college experience what it is.
9. I’m thankful for creative outlets.
10. I’m thankful for air-conditioning on warm evenings.
11. I’m thankful for the newness of mornings.
12. I’m thankful for rain.
13. I’m thankful for the bonds of family that hold us together so, so tightly.
14. I’m thankful for my faith that keeps me grounded.
15. I’m thankful for the amusement of sing-aloud sessions.
16. I’m thankful for the strengths of my ESFJ personality. And also for its weaknesses.
17. I’m thankful for challenges that make me stronger.
18. I’m thankful for people who are willing to tell me the hard things.
19. I’m thankful for grace, mercy, love.
20. I’m thankful for situations that train me to look past the surface.
21. I’m thankful for the hope, excitement and anticipation of possibilities.
22. I’m thankful for people who are willing to listen.
23. I’m thankful for the gift of life.