I’m back with week four of this series. I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are enjoying time at home, out shopping for loved ones or putting up holiday decorations.
Day 19: Family
I’ve got a wonderful family and I married into a pretty darn good one too. I love you all and am grateful to be bonded with you for life.
Day 20: Inspiration
Above is my great-aunt’s convent in Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. Visiting this place is always an inspiration to me. It’s such a great example of sisterhood.
At one time, this place was nearly self-sustaining with a farm, orchards, a bakery and even a post office. While the nuns no longer grow and harvest their own apples, this place remains. I am always inspired by what these wonderful women accomplished.
Much of the convent and its surrounding buildings are now up for sale, but I am forever thankful that I’ve had the pleasure to visit so many times (and even get married there!).
Day 21: Beauty
Wisconsin is truly a beautiful place. This was taken at Big Bay County Park on Madeline Island. It’s one of our favorite vacation destinations of all time. It’s so serene and it’s easy to see why this place is special to so many.
Day 22: Memories
Yes, I know I already talked about kayaking on Lake Superior in this series, but that’s OK! It was a really wonderful experience and a special way to spend our seventh wedding anniversary.
This wasn’t all we did to celebrate seven years, though. We also went out to Greunke’s for dinner and caught a showing of The Bob’s Burgers Movie over in Ashland.
I’m grateful for these memories and for having a spouse who thinks this is as great of a day as I do.
Day 23: Books
Books have become a major part of this blog. Looking back on my Goodreads stats, I realized that my reading has increased majorly over the years. I’m glad to have discovered audiobooks and how easy it is to borrow ebooks from the library.
Taking some time at the end of the day to read is a real joy to me. And assembling a puzzle while queuing up an audiobook is just about the best way to unwind if you ask me. I’m thankful I’ve found more ways to fit books into my life. It feels good.
Day 24: Home
I love my home and I’m so fortunate that Michael and I can call it ours. This 1960s ranch once belonged to my great-aunt and it’s been really so much fun to find our place in it over the years.
This home is so good to us. While small, it gives us all the room we need to relax, rest, work and practice our myriad hobbies.
Day 25: Change
While we love our home, it does need updating. This year, we finally got the ball rolling with a big remodeling project for our entryway and bathroom. It’s going to be a big change! It’s also something I know we’ll be so happy we did. I’m grateful that we’re finally making this project a priority and that we’re moving our home into the 21st century (or at least some of it).
One more week of this series! Stay tuned and please join in if you’re so inclined! You can use #gratitude30 on Instagram (where this challenge is really taking place).
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