25 Things I'm Thankful For In 2025
A list that barely scratches the surface of my gratitude.
Happy Thanksgiving! There’s much to be thankful for this year.
The Bible. It really is the living and breathing Word of God.
Forgiveness. Receiving it for salvation and giving it for freedom.
My kids. I am so proud of the adults they’ve become.
My grandsons. My three loving, smart, silly boys are my joy.
My husband. We celebrated 40 years of marriage this year. I’ve always loved roller coasters, and we’re on a fun downhill (hands in the air).
My husband. (He gets two.) For his encouragement and support this year: The year of the debut novel.
My debut novel. It’s done. It’s out in the ether. It’s gotten great reviews from total strangers. I’m over the moon.
My friends. I have the best, supportive, wonderful friends.
My critique group. They’re good. They’re brutally honest. They’re encouraging and kind. I’m so thankful for them.
My mom. My biggest encourager to get my book out there (“before I die”).
My sister. My greatest “hype man” for my book.
Our church. Our pastor is bold, loves God’s Word, and preaches truth without apology.
My studio. It’s a corner of a spare bedroom that I’ve completely taken over (translate: colorful mess), but it is a creative, inspiring sanctuary.
Watercolor. I love it, I love it, I love it.
Travel. The world is a vast, treasure trove of wonder—and it’s incredibly fun to travel with friends.
Vintage photos—the stories, the history, the simpler times, they’re so interesting, informative, and inspiring.
Flea markets. It’s something my husband and I LOVE to do together. I don’t need anything, but I’m slowly replacing what we have with more wonderful antiquities.
Thrift shops. I love a treasure hunt.
Art books—oh, the inspiration!
My Thursday morning art class. It’s so fun to learn new skills with a bunch of creatives with such varying perspectives.
House plants. They make a room pop and fill it with oxygen.
Studio pottery. Thrifted, of course, to house my plants.
Pulling into my driveway. We’ve traveled a lot this year, which is wonderful, but there’s something about pulling into your driveway after a long trip.
Home. I love our home. We’ve lived here for 24 years. It’s worn in places, but in all the right ways.
Music. It’s worship, inspiration, joy, and fun.
What are you thankful for this year?