By Klew

There is so much to be thankful for (unless you are a turkey) on this official day of observance.
This year I went in the opposite direction and made a list of things I was thankful did not happen to me.
I am thankful that my son is NOT harmed while serving in Iraq.
I am thankful that my daughter was NOT unemployed for more than a few weeks.
I am thankful that my cats are NOT ruining my furniture with their claws.
I am thankful that all my friends are NOT fair-weather friends and all-weather friends.
I am thankful that my car is NOT broken down and in need of repair.
I am thankful that I am NOT working on Black Friday.
I am thankful that I am NOT on any waiting list for anything I want to purchase for the holidays.
I am thankful that my beta fish is NOT dead from lack of attention.
I am thankful that I am NOT in "need" of anything even though I am in great desire of everything!
I am thankful that I am NOT on Glamour List of Don'ts.
I am thankful that my mechanic does NOT take advantage of my hair color.
I am thankful that my favorite ice cream sandwich is NOT more than 200 calories.
I am thankful that I am NOT cooking for Thanksgiving. (Others share this same thought!)
I am thankful that I am NOT far away from my Mom, Daughter and Granddaughter.
I am thankful that my favorite vintage clothing store is NOT closed all day on Thanksgiving Day.
I am thankful that my computer does NOT have any connectivity issues or viruses.
I am thankful that I am NOT spending the holidays alone.
I am thankful that my spa is NOT by appointment only.
I am thankful that my boss is NOT "bossy" or any other "b" word.
I am thankful that CPT K ("Indiana") has NOT dumped me yet!

So….I am NOT going to wish anyone a Happy Thanksgiving Day because we should be THANKFUL everyday for what IS in our lives and what is NOT!