Walking & Gratitude

I walk regularly at a cemetery in my town (I know that might sound a little creepy, but really it's the most tranquil place).  Today I did my gratitude reflections.  I think of 5 things I am grateful for this week... here's what I came up with.

1.) For my writer's group.  We met yesterday as we do every month.  These remarkable women bring me such peace.  As we read our work, share stories, get deep and personal, I am comforted to know they understand me.

2.) For Mark.  For helping me figure out how to set up the columns in my 'sample chapter' early this morning --before he even had a cup of coffee.  That's true love!

3.) For the rays of sunshine I saw on my morning ride.  Of course, I thought of my mother.  It's the anniversary of her passing tomorrow and I miss her very much.  She would have loved to see Kaitlin drive, Markie play guitar, and Rose play soccer.  I am thankful though for this sunny day she sent.

4.) For the brave souls who wrote with me this week at the Pelham Library.  Your presence lifted my spirits!

5.) For the orange and gold mums that decorated some of the gravestones.  They were like smiles for me to enjoy.

What are you grateful for?