I am thankful for...

Every year after our thanksgiving meal, my family has a tradition of going around the table and saying what we are thankful for. My mom reminds us about it, since I'm usually running around the kitchen cooking up a storm. This year it caught me a bit by surprise, but I did not have to think long for what I am thankful for. Here then are my top 3 items that I am thankful for.

1. My family. I am thankful that I was able to enjoy thanksgiving with my entire family. I'm thankful that both my parents are still living, and that I have a really great relationship with them. I'm thankful for a family that loves me for who I am and encourages me to pursue my dreams.

2. Shine. I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in SHINE in January, and showcase my talents. I'm thankful to the Lord that I had the courage to pursue this dream of acting, modeling, and singing, wherever it may lead. I am thankful for the talents that He has given me, and for the chance to finally share it with the world.

3. Teaching. The part that I love about teaching, is the wonderful students that I get to meet, and that I get to be a part of their lives, even if it is only for one semester, or in some cases going on several semesters. They enrich my life, and I hope to be there for them.

There are plenty of other things I'm grateful for, but sitting around the dinner table, these were the three things that came to the top of my list. I hope that you had a wonderful thanksgiving with your family.