(nearly) Every morning I write down a list of things for which I’m grateful. Here’s my list for this morning:
Today I am grateful…
1. That despite my continued No Sleep Marathon in visiting my cousin I am feeling grounded and calm
2. For the 3 hours of sleep I did get
3. For the noisy drunk people last night who gave me an opportunity to practice patience, compassion, and calmness of mind
4. That I woke up in time to direct that half-asleep still-drunk boy to the bathroom right before he pissed on my head
5. That I’m not in college anymore, nor do I live with boys who are
6. That even though my wallet is gone after being in that crazy local bar, and I probably won’t get it back — that things are fine. Nothing that can’t be cancelled, replaced, or done without.
7. For my ever-supportive mom and dad, who are faxing me a photocopy of my passport in hopes it’ll get me through security so I can get on a plane
8. For my loveliest aunt who is feeding me since all my money and ATM card went vamanos with my wallet
9. For getting to know Las Vegas, NM from yet another angle – “fascinating” little town!
10. That I got another freelance project that will support my travels — I can continue to roam!