Thankful thoughts
Cindy on November 22nd, 2009
He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has. ~Epictetus
I’m grateful for so much this year. I’m grateful that my family and friends have survived the economic recession, even though some of us have lost jobs, clients, assignments, or enthusiasm. We still have each other. I’m grateful for having enough of everything I need — and for having an abundance of love in my life. But topping my gratitude list right now is the happy thought of my son flying in from Chicago to visit us for the Thanksgiving holiday. He was able to schedule some extra vacation time, so he’ll be here through next weekend.
So I won’t be posting as often this week, here or on Facebook. An essay I posted last month touches on the topic of grown children coming home to visit for the holidays — and the importance of counting our everyday blessings. If you missed it earlier, please click here to read it.
Heartfelt thanks go out to all of you who stop here regularly, leave your comments, and share your own blogs and writings with me. I also want to send a special shout-out to Deb of Talk at the Table, for surprising me this week with one of the loveliest reviews of Writing Home I’ve ever received. While I often write about the fact that the Internet is a cornucopia of mixed or dubious blessings, it has introduced me to many wonderful new friends. I am so thankful for that. — CL
November 22nd, 2009 at 10:59 am
That is good news about your son’s visit. Enjoy your time together. Happy Thanksgiving, Cindy.
November 22nd, 2009 at 11:45 am
have a great holiday with your son!
November 22nd, 2009 at 3:26 pm
Happy Thanksgiving to you, Cindy, and I am looking forward to celebrating a second time. Had the Canadian one earlier, now again when my daughter comes home from Michigan.
And I changed the name of the blog to Talk at the Table, just kept the same url.
When we meet we can compare shades or our red hair and rock our LBDs!
November 22nd, 2009 at 3:55 pm
Sounds like the perfect holiday for you … Enjoy, Happy Thanksgiving!
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:20 pm
How wonderful for you and your husband to have your son home for the holidays! I hope you enjoy every minute of it.
Enjoy your time off and have a very happy Thanksgiving Cindy.
xo
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:09 am
I read Deb’s review and it is truly the loveliest and most insightful review I’ve read in a while.
Your book has been sitting in my Amazon Wish List for a while. Deb inspired me to order it. I did. I have no doubt that it will evoke the same sentiments Deb describes in her review.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your son.
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Oh have a wonderful time! I read that previous article and it was fabulous too! I don’t like to think about parting with my child much to the disappointment of my husband sometimes!
November 24th, 2009 at 10:32 am
Cindy, I am very thankful for your friendship and support. Have a wonderful time with your son, and a restful holiday!
November 24th, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Love Deb! She is an amazing writer! I, too, am grateful for all the lovely, lovely souls in blogland. Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving with your son, family and friends around you. Glad Deb wrote that review about you.
November 26th, 2009 at 3:23 am
Have a long lovely weekend filled with family and friends.
November 27th, 2009 at 8:13 pm
Happy Thanksgiving, Cindy. I hope you enjoy the time with your son this week.
November 29th, 2009 at 12:22 am
I’m visiting your blog from Deb at Talk of the Table and so look forward to reading it and your new book!