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Aniki-Moderator's picture

There is so much craziness any more, that it seems like 'crazy' is becoming the norm. Because of all of the craziness and discord running rampant in the world, I wanted to take some time to think about things for which I'm thankful and what keeps me grounded.

* My Dad. When I was younger, Dad was the calm in the eye of the storm. He still is.

* My DH. Like Dad, DH is also the calm in the eye of the storm. I can be surrounded by chaos and DH is my rock. DH having this same quality as my Dad is one of the reasons why I fell in love with him.

* My sister and BFF. I cannot remember a time when we were NOT friends. She is 3 years older, but, even as children, we enjoyed spending time together. I will drop ANYTHING to be there when she needs me. Just like she will for me. We damn near have our own language that most people don't understand: obscure movie quotes; a single word that references a private and looooong story (usually profound or funny); nonsense words with secret meanings. Oftimes, people have NO idea what we're talking about. LOL!

* Memories. I have been through some serious sh!t. It's amazing that I'm still alive because I've come close to death quite a few times. It's important to me that I remember with clarity that I actually survived and WHAT I did and HOW I handled it.

* Good friends and STalk. Hey, I can't afford a shrink. What would I do without good friends and STalkers who have listened and given me excellent advice??

Much love, people. Smile at people. Hug someone today. Hell, hug 2 or 3 someones. Give a helping hand. Even a small gesture of kindness can mean the world to someone who is having the worst day. <3

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Acratopotes's picture

I'm tankful it's Thursday lol..... was a rough week

Thankful for my friends ST as well.....

Aniki-Moderator's picture

Dani, that is certainly true. I have always been thankful for all of my friends - including EX friends. Good ones, bad ones, backstabbers, etc... Each one has taught me what kind of friend I want to be... and what kind I do NOT want to be. Smile

zerostepdrama's picture

(((HUGS)))

I am thankful for wonderful family and friends. I have had some issues in regards to skids and in-laws and DH's friends and my own "friends" this summer and it really puts into perspective about the people that love me for me and have been there for me. My foundation and true friends and the people who really know me and love me. I guess sometimes we just need a reminder.

Today is mine and DH's 4 year wedding anniversary. Grateful for him and what he has done to protect our marriage. It hasn't been easy and he hasn't always made it easy but he's tried and been trying and I so appreciate that. He truly is a good man.

Staying positive, loving myself, knowing my worth, knowing what I will and will not put up with, having a great support group, pets... all things that I am grateful for and what keeps me going.

secondplace's picture

Don't forget the anniversary pic! I love your picture in a picture in a picture and so on.

Aniki-Moderator's picture

Happy anniversary, zero!!! {{{HUGS}}} back to you!

Life is funny. In the past, I had issues with the SS skids, but had a good relationship with the SD skids. With absolutely NO action on my part, the relationship with the SDs did a 180. I haven't seen either of them since Christmas nor have I spoken with them. From what I can figure, BioHo has been feeding them line after line of hooey and they have finally succumbed to 'Ho's proverbial Kool-Aid. I did NONE of the things of which I was accused and what they said proves they know very little about me and my background. Their loss. I offered to meet and talk and was shot down in an extraordinarily ugly manner by both. Even DH was shocked and actually grabbed his phone to start calling them when I stopped him. I told him to not bother. They were adamant in their misconceptions, but obviously not open to a discussion so there was no point. I'm not about to try and change the minds of a pair of mini BioHos who are determined to paint me as the Evil Stepmother. Nor will I try to fulfill that roll. They are NOT worth the time or effort. DH knows the truth and he loves me. The SDs can suck rocks.

zerostepdrama's picture

Thank you!

Yeah this summer has been crazy. Not sure if I was just fed up with taking people's shit or if it was just my time for drama... beside skids drama I can honestly say I haven't had drama since HS. And this past summer it just seems like it was with everyone.

But in some ways it has been good. I put up healthy boundaries with DH's friends, family and skids and it's much better. Cordial but removed. It works better for me like this.

thinkthrice's picture

I am thankful for my new Weber grill--it will keep Chef from blowing up the kitchen as much as he does!!

secondplace's picture

I am thankful that it is Thanksgiving weekend this weekend (Canada) and I have an extra day off to enjoy it. Looking forward to golfing with DH and dinner with friends on Friday. The fall colours are available for viewing now Smile

Aniki-Moderator's picture

Fall colors are really starting to pop. I may take a "chairlift tour" this weekend. Smile

Aniki-Moderator's picture

Advice.only, I had wine last night! Zucchini 'noodles' & mushrooms in a red wine sauce with lots of freshly grated parmesan. Yum!

WhoAmIGA's picture

I guess I'm thankful for my credit card dh doesn't know about. It paid for my hotel room last night so I didn't have to sleep in my car. One more night, than what to do?

Aniki-Moderator's picture

WhoAmI, can you go back home, but completely disengage? Take it one day at a time, go forward with your life, but distance yourself from SD. I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time. {{{hugs}}}

classyNJ's picture

Thankful for you Aniki for always making us stop and think about something other than step kids Smile

I am thankful for family, friends, etc., but can't really concentrate on anything other than I get to go home to a quiet house for the next 4 Days. Only me and the fur babies Smile Smile

So I guess I'm thankful for travel baseball and a super busy work month so that I didn't have to go }:)