Happy Birthday to Me!

Celebrating my 22nd year on this earth, I thought it best to reflect on 22 reasons I love life.

22.  Music to soothe the heart

21.  Smiles just when they're needed

20.  Fellow travelers who teach by the life they lead

19.  Literature to make the mind soar

18.  Thunderstorms for snuggling under the covers with my dog

17.  Rain cleansing the earth

16.  Chocolate to soothe the mind and tongue

15.  Soft sheets to coccoon me in sleep

14.  Freedom to live as I choose

13.  Education giving me the knowledge and skills so I can teach the next generation

12.  Angels intervening to keep me safe on my path

11.  Healing from wounds, those made by me and those caused by others

10.  Comfy clothes to live in

09.  Smell of Mom's baking proclaiming "HOME"

08.  Friends who love me when I'm not lovable

07.  Laughter making any day better

06.  Wisdom from The Greatest Generation

05.  Words spoken in love and understanding

04.  Soldiers, police officers, paramedics, and firemen who are willing to protect and help me without ever having met me

03.  Loving dogs who never judge me

02.  A supportive, loving family

01.  God loves me!