To give thanks...

I love Thanksgiving. It's probably one of my favorite holidays. It's a 'warm' holiday. Family and friends gather together around colorful, yummy food. And everyone gives thanks for something that made their life particularly special this year. Life can get so hectic sometimes that you pass through time without stopping . and thinking . about what truly matters and how truly blessed you really are. I got a bit of an early start on my 'giving thanks' thoughts this year. It's been wonderful. I feel lighter and happier, less stressed out. And warmer. A light has been turned on inside and I hope to hold on to this feeling as long as I can.

I don't kid myself - it's been a tough year. Full of ups and downs, stress and uncertainty. But when I actually sat down to think about it, there are a few constants in my life that I know will always be there for me. And I give thanks to that.

I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday with their loved ones. And I hope you find your something to give thanks for this year. And I hope it makes you smile.

And the excitement builds...

Friday, November 20th has been a day that has been highlighted in my calendar for months now. Months!

I'm so excited for Friday. And not just because it is the start of the weekend. I'm so excited for Friday because New Moon is coming out and I've had my tickets for weeks...and I've been patiently waiting for this day forever. Well, maybe not forever, but it feels like a long time...

I'm not doing the "midnight showing Thursday night" excited, but I am "there an hour and a half early, waiting in line outside (even if it's raining) on a Friday night, so I can get good seats" excited.

And if you haven't seen the amazing trailer yet, here's a great site that I love to visit to watch trailers and hear first hand from the directors, writers, and actors what it was like to be a part of their film.

http://makingof.com/happening_now/media/the-twilight-saga-new-moon/the-twilight-saga-new-moon-theatrical-trailer/49/590

Go Team Jacob!!

Maya Angelou Quote

Sometimes when life gets tough I look to artists to help get me back on track. That and a really good sweat at the gym. Thankfully I had both this weekend and I thought I would share the quote that guided me through a tough week.

Because sometimes you just need a little help.

"I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights...
I've learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as making a "life."
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.
I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." — Maya Angelou