So, I should probably start off by saying HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! I've always loved Thanksgiving because first of all, THE FOOD, but second, I love seeing my family gather around and be kind and happy, even if all of the members aren't physically there. I understand how difficult this time of year can be, or how overwhelmingly happy it can be. It's honestly a hit or miss a majority of the time. Money gets tight with buying others presents and sometimes everything can just get really, really stressful, and for me personally having overplayed Christmas music constantly blasting in my ears doesn't always help. Call me a Scrooge all you will, I just can see the point of view where Christmas isn't as enjoyable as it used to be. I'm trying to not let these negative feelings get the best of me, and I hope I can do my best to get through the holiday season!!
For those of you out there who are celebrating the holiday season without their loved ones for whatever reason, I'm hoping that you try to your best ability to find the brightest light in the situation. I'm starting to finally understand why the holiday season can become depressing pretty damn fast. I woke up this morning playing my dad's voice over and over again in my head. It's like I have him saying "Happy Thanksgiving!!" down pat in my mind. I didn't really start feeling the weight of the holidays until his loss, and boy, do I have to say it truly is difficult. I know today I'll be thinking about him a lot and imagining what life would be like if he were still here. I'll alsoooo be eating lots and lots of delish vegan Thanksgiving food! (Give Turkeys a reason to be thankful and don't eat 'em! They're very intelligent creatures who don't deserve to be the center of a dinner table!)
Last year's Thankgiving was the first time Kyle ever said 'I love you' to me and I'm more than happy to be able to say that the feelings have stayed just the same. I love having him around this time of year, because with his support and love just about any bad or sad situation can become better. Tell all of your loved ones just how much you love and appreciate them today and everyday! I promise you there are only limited amount of times you can share your feelings with someone before time is up, so don't be ashamed or scared to. Both kindness and genuine love go miles and miles far, especially during the holiday season. I hope you all enjoy today and make the best out of it despite the situation you may be in. I know it might be difficult but there are people out there, like me, who understand your feelings and are rooting for you to smile. Working at a grocery store for the past 2 years has been the biggest headache of my life, but this past week working there has made me a little more grateful for the human population. Wishing each customer a Happy Thanksgiving at the end of each transaction brought both big and somewhat surprised smiles to their faces. Even with all of the baggage I'm feeling in my life at the moment, I'm doing my best to pay kindness forward to people. I hope this gives some of you that 'push' to do the same! Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends out there! Eat lots of [animal free ;)] food this Thanksgiving!! I am sooo very thankful for all the people who take the time to read these and give me positive feedback. Enjoy your day everyone!
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