And just like that it's Canadian Thanksgiving weekend

 

Today's flowers from the garden

Watercolour and black marker on 

watercolour paper

6 x 9.5 inches

Barbara Muir © 2013

We had a kind of art party with some of the younger members of our 
family today, and it was so much fun.

As I've said before I love the idea of a celebration based on gratitude.
In Canada Thanksgiving is about the harvest, and I love the day because
it's about food, getting together and being happy, and everyone can participate.  
It isn't a religious holiday -- it's available to everyone.

So here are some of the things I'm grateful for:

I always enjoy thinking about what makes me happy, but this weekend is about
reflecting on what's great about our lives:

1. I'm grateful for my wonderful family. Thank you for your love.

2. I'm so happy to have wonderful, kind, supportive, funny friends.

3. I'm grateful for my health. 

4. I feel so lucky to be an artist, and to be part of a vibrant worldwide
     arts community.

5. Every day the news makes me more, and more aware about how
    lucky I am to live in Canada.

6. I'm grateful for my street and all the great neighbours who
    live here.

7. I'm grateful for my garden -- which is at its peak now.

8. I'm grateful for our three animals -- two sweet cats, and a dog
    who is going to take us out for a walk now

9. I feel so lucky to be part of a community that includes you,
    and I thank you for your support here.

10. And up at the top of the list -- I'm grateful for my kind,
     and loving husband.

Have a loving your life day.