Thursday, November 23, 2017

Discussion: Being Thankful


This Week’s Topic: Being Thankful

Today is Thanksgiving day in the US, and to all who are celebrating: 


To me, Thanksgiving Day marks the beginning of the holiday season, and it is a time of year to reflect on things I am thankful for. So, here's my short list.
  • I am thankful that my daughter is safe and doing well in North Carolina. I miss her a lot, but I am proud of all she is accomplishing. 
  • I am thankful for Noor and her family. North Carolina is far away, and it gives me peace of mind knowing my daughter has a good friend and her family nearby just in case. 
  • I am thankful for the Lazarus-like recovery my father made. What a difference a year makes. 
  • I know, I complain about my commute a lot, but I am thankful for my job. It is the first time in a great many years, that I am treated well and I feel appreciated. I really liked my co-workers and my management team is fantastic. 
  • I am thankful, that I was asked to join WLABB this year, because it has given me a positive way to use my free time. 
  • I am thankful for all the new online friends I have made. I appreciate each and every one of you, who comes by and comments. I love visiting all of you and it's simply wonderful to have people to share my love of books with. 

Now it's your turn!


What's something you thankful for? 
Let us know in the comments!
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10 comments:

  1. AngelaNovember 23, 2017 at 10:56 AM

    I'm grateful for my husband and my family; I'm grateful for all the good books I've read this year; and I'm thankful for the book blogging community! Happy Thanksgiving!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBNovember 23, 2017 at 1:41 PM

      Right back at you! And yes, the books, so many good books this year!

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  2. KindlemomNovember 23, 2017 at 2:23 PM

    Love your post! I hope you have a fabulous Thanksgiving!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBNovember 23, 2017 at 3:20 PM

      Thank you. It's good to reflect every once in a while. I hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving too!

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  3. Suzanne @ The Bookish LibraNovember 24, 2017 at 4:39 PM

    Lovely post. It's always nice to sit down and think about what we have to be thankful for. I'm definitely grateful for my family and my friends and their endless support. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBNovember 24, 2017 at 5:54 PM

      It's good to show gratitude every once in a while. I used to keep a gratitude journal, but I lapsed. It's so important to have people to support you and I am happy you have that in your friends and family.

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  4. Carole's Random LifeNovember 24, 2017 at 5:44 PM

    Wow! I had no idea that you just joined this blog in the last year. This is such a lovely post, Sam! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year :)

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    1. Samantha@WLABBNovember 24, 2017 at 5:56 PM

      Yep, I am new to blogging, but not reviewing. I was actually really touched when Kiersten invited me to join, since this was something she worked quite hard on. She must really trust me. XP

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  5. Shannon @ It Starts at MidnightNovember 25, 2017 at 10:19 PM

    Awwww this is SO SWEET! I am thankful you joined WLABB too, I feel like we get to chat so often now!! And I am so happy that you're in a job that makes you feel like you deserve to. And that your daughter is doing so well, that must make your heart so happy. And your dad too, you really do have a lot to be thankful for this year!

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    1. Samantha@WLABBNovember 26, 2017 at 3:35 AM

      Thanks! Hopefully next year I can be thankful to have my daughter with me for the holiday.

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