Skipping

Today, I took time off from my evening responsibilities to just rest. While I hated skipping out, it was necessary. So, today, I'm thankful for taking care of my health.

Sleepiness

Has set in before school has even begun. It seems it is the strongest this time of the year, every year. So, today, I'm thankful for the time to rest under the covers, piled by fury friends.

The 12 hour tour...

12 hours later, we are home! As I entered our house, I was greeted by the sounds of four meows and cats fighting for attention. Though I don't condone cat fights, today, I'm thankful for being home and being "fought for" even if it's by cats!

New friends

Today, we began day three of integrating "Snow" into our furry household. I began day 17 of intense sinus and ear pain. While my pain did not find a friend, it appears our furry critters have begun to make friends. For that, I'm thankful.

It's snow-ing!

After the loss of our cat, Louis, last month, our household of three cats, sadly, seemed empty and void. So, today, we decided to add in a little "snow" to the mix. So far, she is the most affectionate cat I've met. And, I'm thankful to have her join the family.

Home - sick

I woke up on my first day back home, too sick to walk. There seems to be a theme - vacation sickness and home sickness. However, tonight, I'm thankful for a turn in my sickness and a step into the light.

Plus, I had these furry critters to keep me company.

Home

Today, we made it home after a great time away. Though we loved our stay - despite my run-in at the ER - there's always something special about returning home. And, for that, I'm thankful.

Dolphins!

In light of the terrorist attacks on the LGBTQ community and a focus on what defines hate, I'm thankful for the opportunity to focus on love today and what brings us together. In this case, it was dolphins. I am thankful to have watched dolphins, swimming together, as one. And, at the same time, it brought people from all of life's paths together.

Horses, dogs, cats, goats, oh my!

This  morning, I was in heaven, surrounded by tons of animals - my weak spot. So, today, I'm thankful for my horse for the day, Kenickie, and the sea of goats, cats, and dogs.

Monk seals

Today, we stumbled upon a monk seal. It was alone and just off the shore. It was still moving so we were unsure if it was feeling okay or if it was ill. As an endangered species, seeing them is rare. I'm thankful for the opportunity, but saddened as I fear it was not well.

Defiance

Today, I have a defiant cat. She now refuses to eat her food and becomes agitated when told to eat - much like a teenager or tween. Today, finding a thankful moment in this defiance is hard, but we continue to try.

Grilling

Today, we put on some turkey sausage and veggies on the grill. It was just what we needed - good food and good company. Today, I'm thankful for new days.

Day two

Today marks two days since saying goodbye to our good friend and cat, Louis. Today, I'm thankful for our remaining furry friends + Satan the cat. Though, Louis will always have a special place in our hearts.

Getting through the hills

Today, we did the Real Ale bike ride. Since our hearts are still heavy after losing our cat, it was an added challenge. However, I'm thankful for the reprieve the hills gave me from mourning.

Rest

Today, we had to put our beloved cat, Louis, to rest. He was not even five years old and it came as a surprise after a quick two-day sickness. He was a true gentleman and he will be missed. Today, I'm thankful for several great years with the best cat anyone could ask for.

Crazy eyes

Today, my cat, Satan, had dental surgery - a costly one at that since they ended up having to extract FOUR teeth. As a result, she is on morphine and pain killers...in addition to her Prozac diet. Today, I am saddened for her pain, but enjoying the crazy eyes she now has...

Seriously, where are her pupils?!

The face of guilt

Today, I'm thankful for this face. Though, she causes plenty of trouble for her small size, her face always gives me a laugh. You rang...

BIskers the Cat Fennewald

Or...Satan as we know her. Today, I picked up a prescription - a very expensive one at that - for my satanic cat. The label: Biskers the cat Fennewald. I wish it would have said her real name: Satan.

Despite our love-hate relationship, today, I'm thankful at the prospect of calming this pee-ing machine down.

Inventions

This morning, I awoke to cat pee all over my work bag and its belongings. To spare you the gory details, I'll just say I'm thankful for washers and dryers...very.

(By the way - this is not the culprit)

Grumpy

Today was just one of those days where I felt grumpy for no apparent reason. Ever have those days? Today, I returned home to find someone else having a grumpy day, which in turn, put a smile on my face.

Cheers to the grumpies!