Thankful

2016 has not been the best. But even as what I have been calling “The Year of Suck” ends, I can find a few things to be thankful for.

First and foremost, I am very thankful for my family. There are a lot of them, and each one of them is smart, funny, warm and kind. I’m lucky to have you. And by the way, you are also lucky to have me.

Next of course, thankful for a great group of friends. From the ones who have been around forever to the newbies, you all make me laugh and bring light to my life.

It must be noted that I am extremely thankful for all the support and positivity family and friends threw my way. As I mentioned, the first half of the year was not spectacular. It kind of kicked me in the teeth. But you all helped me through the shit. I am beginning to see a tip of my own self-worth peaking up over the horizon. And some of that is from you.

I am thankful to be back at the Rock. I should never have quit you, baby. I am so happy you took me back.

We must all give thanks that Wilco brought back the rockin’ version of “Spiders.” And I got to see it four times this year. And a special shout out to my trainer who helped build my strength so I can shake it for the entire 11 minutes of the song.

It goes without saying, but I’m still saying it, thank God for music. My Wilco and the lovely ladies of Lucius give me so much joy, and it’s so much cheaper than therapy.

I am very thankful for my sweet Raúl Esparza’s big, green eyes and the Barba Eye Roll. Oh, and for when he sucks in his lower lip. Damn – that is the sexiest stuff right there.

I’m even thankful for my obsessions and crushes; they give me something to look forward to and think about in traffic.

Finally – thank the gods I have this little forum for expressing my funny side. And thank you for reading it.

Happy Thanksgiving. Be nice to each other.