1. Laughter- This picture is one of the most ridiculous pictures ever, but it makes me laugh every time I look at it. And I remember all the times I laugh when I am with these people. Especially, this summer. We had good times. These people aren't the only people that make me laugh. Lots of people and things make me laugh. I just love laughing. It makes life much more enjoyable.
2. Children- Kids can always bring a smile to a face. They are so full of Christ's light and have a way of making life better. And kids really do say the darnest things. Which helps bring about laughter. :)
3. Books- I love to read. And I am so thankful for author's that can create another world that their readers can escape to. And lets be honest I REALLY love Harry Potter. It's my favorite. (And if I can just put a plug in to look at my mugglenet's fan of the week profile. I'm very proud. one of my greatest accomplishments) But seriously, without books life would be sad.
4. Nature- Spending time outdoors is one of my favorite things. The mountains are so peaceful and beautiful and you can really appreciate God's creations when you are up in the mountains. Hiking and camping are the best parts of summer, and I really love summer! :)
5. Acting like a child- In the good way, not the bad way- like throwing tantrums and such. But the being able to do fun things and not even care. I guess a better name for this would be being myself. If it be going to a resturaunt and wearing the child's pirate hats, playing drinking games with lemonade until 4am (the people pictured in the laughter photo made this one possible. :) good times.), coloring in coloring books and hanging the pictures on the wall at work, going to cartoon movies by myself, playing at the park, and finding joy in the little things.
There are SO many other things I am thankful for. I could go on and on: music, football, movies, sleeping, RAIN, chocolate, Neville (my car), other sports, BYU, crunchy leaves, medicine, jr bacon cheese burgers, pictures, games, and so much more. I love life! I am so thankful for where I am and the people that are in my life. At different points in my life I have been so blessed to have the right people around me to make me feel loved and to learn and grow. This month really makes you think about your life and helps you see how truly blessed you are. Yay for life!
***On a side note I am counting down the days till Thanksgiving break! When my best friend gets married and I get to go home! It's going to be a wonderful break!
