I hate to be pedantic, but I call the feeling “gratitude” rather than “thankfulness” because I personally don’t believe there’s anyone to thank or who could receive my thanks.

But I’m grateful for many many things. I was able to leave the US twenty-three years ago, and that may be the thing I’m most grateful for. I’m grateful that I recovered from depression seven years ago and have not had a serious relapse (I feel gratitude plays a huge part in that).

I’m grateful for my kids, for my home, my pets, my health, the beauty of the area where I live, the fact that I got an unexpected windfall that let me pay off my debts and line within my small income.

My life is good, and I am filled with gratitude for that.