Feeling stressed, tired, sick, overwhelmed, sad, or all of the above? Have no fear, Thanksgiving break is (almost) here! This week, in light of recent events, we at Saint Mary's Odyssey decided to compile a list of all the things we are thankful for. We, in turn, challenge whoever is reading this to take a minute today and write down a few things you're thankful for. Spread a little gratitude, show some love, and be thankful! We at Saint Mary's are extra #blessed and #thankful. Here's why:
1. I'm thankful for having the opportunity to voice my opinion on Odyssey every week.
2. I'm thankful for the fact that peppermint mochas are back at Starbucks! It's the little things.
3. I'm thankful for my best friend, Ellie, the golden doodle.
4. I'm thankful for my Belles and this beautiful place that we get to call home.
5. I'm thankful for finding the love of my life!
6. I'm thankful for my wonderful family and friends who are so supportive and loving.
7. I'm thankful to FINALLY have my ring.
8. I'm thankful for the opportunities and people Saint Mary's has brought into my life.
9. I'm thankful for a loving family and a strong, supportive group of friends from Saint Mary's that are my sisters for life.
10. I'm thankful for the growth I have found in the hard times. I often forget that even difficult times in life can bring positive life influences.
11. I'm thankful for the role models in my life who pushed me, challenged me, and supported me to be where I am today. I'm thankful for the opportunity to serve my country and defend the freedom so dear to us all.
12. I'm extra thankful for all of my good friends I made abroad who continue to love and care for me even 3,000 miles away.
13. I'm thankful to have good food to eat, clothes to wear, shelter, an education, and just a great life in general.
14. I'm thankful for my family, amazing friends back home, and the ones I've made at school. I'm thankful for all the opportunities I've had here and new experiences, and I'm extra thankful for my dog.
15. I'm thankful to have grown up in such a positive environment with great parents to look up to. Also, I'm thankful for my previous schooling that led me to Saint Mary's and I'm so blessed to be here!
16. I'm thankful for my friends: the ones at home and all the new ones I've made at Saint Mary's.
Now, it's your turn! Tell us what you're thankful for!