39 Things I am Grateful For

Today is the day. I’m 39. It’s a milestone age in my books, an age I thought I would definitely have my sh*t together and it appears that just like all other milestone birthdays so far that isn’t going to be possible. I’m entering my 40th year the time of maturity and adulthood. The funny thing is that even with two 5 year old children, a full time job, a blog and a million other responsibilities I sometimes don’t feel like I could possibly be this old. I feel tired, fulfilled, stressed, frustrated, happy, sad, and every other emotion in the book but in the end I truly cannot believe the age. It’s not even like I have a problem with getting older it’s more that I am incredulous that time is flying by so fast. So today in honour of my 39th birthday I am reflecting on 39 things I am grateful for. The big, the little, and the most important. *Note: They are in no particular order*

39 Things I Am Grateful For

1. Clean air to breathe
2. Clean water to drink
3. A safe and loving home
4. My Mom for her unending support, advice and love.
5. My step-father for his wisdom, thoughtfulness and love.
6. N1 for being the ‘older brother’ even if only by seconds. For his sweet, caring and gentle personality that is so full of love.
7. N2 for being the funny, quirky and stubborn child that keeps me on my toes and who’s bone crushing hugs make my day.
8. A great job that I love and provides for my family
9. A fun (and sometimes tiring) blog that has brought a whole new world into my life and continues to teach me so much.
10. Nutella
11. Best friends who keep me sane, bring me wine and listen to my rants, raves and squeals of excitement.
12. Blogging friends who have become so important to me and teach me something new each and everyday.
13. Summer’s off
14. A remarkable country to call home.
15. My passport
16. Facebook for keeping me in touch with friends and family near and far.
17. A great book.
18. Full day Kindergarten.
19. My iPhone.
20. Delicious and healthy food to eat.
21. Blue Car (aka my Nissan Pathfinder).
22. The health of myself and my family.
23. Spellcheck.
24. My beautiful old cat Samson.
25. Netflix.
26. The privilege of being able to travel with my children.
27. Love.
28. Online shopping.
29. My camera and the thousands of beautiful photos I take.
30. God.
31. My remarkable babysitter who allows me to get a break and always is there to listen and support the boys and I.
32. All of the remarkable brands I get to work with.
33. Coffee.
34. Patience.
35. My big comfy bed.
36. Sunsets and sunrises.
37. The first star I see each night.
38. The sound of my boys’ laughter.
39. The opportunity to have a 39th year.

What would be on your list?