9 things for which I’m thankful today.

1. That I instinctively decided to “journal” yesterday as a way of processing my feelings, instead of spiraling down the rabbit hole.

2. My 4:20am walk with Otto this morning. It’s during these moments I find clarity that can be very healing.

3. That I now better understand why my mind obsesses over random things like “If you break wind while wearing a windbreaker, isn’t that kinda redundant?”

4. That Otto hops up on the bed to ensure that I don’t oversleep, and then he proceeds to go back to sleep. Well played Otto, well played.

5. The support not just from my friends, but the support from my neurodivergent friends who have helped to answer a few questions for which I needed clarity and better understanding.

6. The Three L’s. Friends that take unconditional love and support to a whole other level.

7. Family….our weekend in Virginia Beach meant a lot to us, as we spent Saturday with cousins from both sides of the family. Thank you, Melvin, Erin, Stacy and Hernando!

8. The Nike Store. My wardrobe has never been so fabulous and comfortable at the same time.

9. Grunge. Today already feels like a “lay on the floor, stare at the ceiling, and listen to Pearl Jam, Nirvana and Soundgarden on my Air Max headphones” kind of day. (Great idea, Kellie!)

A bonus number 10 – That although I may never get the resolutions in my life that I thought would happen, I’ve spoken my truth. From that I will find closure.