Things I will always be thankful for

1. A God who sees, loves, and saves me.

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2. Having a significant somewhere, something, and someone to go home to. I love my family, my friends, my house, my puppy, my church, and my hometown.

3. There is always hope. Some days I feel it more than others. But there is always hope to cling to, even if it's only that of Heaven and future glory with Christ.

4. Music.

I love to create it, listen to it, and think and talk about it.

A new album gives my life a fresh perspective.

Playing music with friend fills my spirit with joy.

Singing songs to the Lord renews my strength.

5. For the adventures I have thus far enjoyed. While 6 months away from home seems like an eternity, I will never forget the quirky, crazy, and enlightening experiences I have encountered.

"There's a lot that I don't know, there's a lot that I'm still learning."

6. The Christmas season. It means so much more to me now that I will be returning after being so far away for so long. Coming home is special. Coming home for Christmas is pure bliss.

7. And finally, I'm thankful for the opportunity to learn and love each day. If I have failed today, I have faith that tomorrow I may wake up renewed and ready to try again.