I am glad for many things, many things, many things...
I am glad for many things, that are mine today.

Thank you, thank you my heart sings, my heart sings, my heart sings.
Thank you for the many things, that are mine today.

That primary song has been rattling around in my head for a week or so. I just had to get it out.

I am thankful for many things, but I'll just name a few. This exercise is really for my own benefit (I'm "Pollyanna-ing it" as Adam would say) to get me into the holiday spirit. It's been a little hard to do this year, but I'm determined.

10 things I am thankful for, in order of importance:

1. The Gospel of Jesus Christ, His atonement and the Plan of Salvation that provides a way for families to be together forever.

2. My husband who loves me, provides for and protects me, and is fun to laugh with (at?).

3. My adorable children who enrich my life and give me purpose.

4. My family who loves me and helps me and are always just a phone call away.

5. My extended family and the rich heritage I am blessed with.

6. My ward family/friends. I am speechless, we are so blessed.

7. My talents and abilities that give me satisfaction, and those that I am still discovering.

8. That I have always had enough (and to spare): shelter, food, and clothing.

9. Opportunities I have to serve others in my neighborhood and my community.

10. Lastly (for this list-I have so many other things that would just take too long), I am grateful for this country and the freedoms that I enjoy.