Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Nan turned 25 yesterday. She felt sad because it’s “half way to 50”, so I tried to cheer her up… I’m guessing it worked to some degree because she posted a beautiful entry today on all of the things she has to be thankful for in her life. Of course, this got me thinking about the things I have that I am thankful for… oh so many things!

I am thankful for my beautiful niece and nephew. Dylan turned 2 today and is as gorgeous as ever. He captivates me with his amazing grasp of language, surpassing even my niece (who is a bloody smart kid) when she was 2. The things he can say and the sentences he formulates are way beyond other kids I know that are his age. I hope that this isn’t an early fluke, because he’s got the smarts to go far… both of them have.

I am forever grateful for having a wonderful, supportive mother. It doesn’t matter how many mistakes I make, or how hard I fall, my Mummy has always been there for me. Out of all the families in the world we are probably the most screwed up, argumentative, bitchy bunch… and yet there she is, every time. I know my Mum will be honest with me and tell it how it is; I am glad she doesn’t feel the need to wipe my arse and clean up my spills.

I count my blessings every day that the man I love — my grumpy Karl — puts up with my whims and whining. I am not sure what it is he takes/smokes/drinks to give him the patience to have put up with me for nearly 6 years, but it’s worked a charm so far. Or maybe he just likes the cushy lifestyle with the cups of tea and free sex :3

I am grateful that I have a good job, that pays… well, it pays. I can afford to pay my bills, support my bad habits, buy luxuries such as cat litter etc ;) In fact, I am happy that I’ve finally been allowed to get a cat to share my warm, comfy lap and listen to my boring waffle when Karl’s still at work! Overall, despite my occasional (hehe) ranting, I am happy. I am grateful. I do enjoy life. Hopefully you do to. Maybe you should tell the world now and again :)