Thanks! Part 1

Got up this morning and found Dena in the kitchen.

"Thanks!" I said.

Quizzical look. "What for?"

"It's Thanksgiving... it just felt right."

"I'm very thankful for you," as we kicked off the day with a wake-up hug.

Yes, thankful indeed. I was thankful that she was dressed in fuzzy felt that was perfect for hugging.

Thankful for her...

- instinct to clean, as she was tidying up the kitchen at the moment.
- instinct to help, as she took out the trash.
- support behind every new adventure I try, from a voice acting career to seminary to coaching.
- motivation to stay healthy, whether with weights or running or good eating.
- initiative to start her own business.
- silly sense of humor.
- godlike ability to recall names and songs of the 1980's.
- musical ability.
- baking talents.
- creative writing skills.
- awesome graphic design and drawing abilities.
- lack of self-congratulation and flattery.
- empathy for the suffering.
- generosity with time and money.
- tenacity to shrug off pain.
- undemanding ways.
- beautiful smile!