Thanksgiving

I never knew how much I loved Thanksgiving. I knew I loved things like having family visit, watching football, the smell of turkey cooking and a day off from work. Most of all, though, I have found that I love the laughter.

We are not a serious bunch most of the time. One always ready to catch someone else doing something either they shouldn't, silly or just plain stupid. We are a never ending source of entertainment for each other.

Last night both boys one with a girlfriend, my husband and I went to Chicago Sam's for some wings. By the time the wings were served I noticed that I had already been laughing so much that my cheeks hurt! I think that has to be one of my favorite feelings. To know that everyone loves, respects and feels comfortable enough to goof on each other is priceless to me. And let me tell you, there is also no mercy! After we ate we went outside, stood around and laughed quite a bit more about silly things only to be followed by all returning to our home for more loving bantering. I must say that it was one of the best evenings of my life.

When I woke up this morning, I rolled over and yawned. My cheeks still hurting brought a wonderful feeling to my body and a smile to my face. What a way to start the day. What a way to live. I am oh so thankful for all of them.