Maybe I'm not truly appreciative

So it's been nearly 2 months since my last blog entry (yes, too long I know) and I honestly can't think of a reason that would suffice as to why it's been that long. I could tell you that I've been really busy with work, class, starting a new business, my family and friends, and personal growth, but none of that matters. Or at least it shouldn't. I committed to creating and maintaining a blog for which many of my friends supported (and frequently checked even while I was slothful). Also, as an adult I should know how to manage my time better. So really, I can't provide any excuse for my lack of entries. I'm not being hard on myself, I'm being honest with myself. Therefore, until I officially announce that this blog is no more, I have a duty to maintain it.

What has prompted this burning desire to live up to my word? Well, my word is one of my most important assets. Without it being credible, I will be rendered ineffective in most endeavors. But also, in a conversation yesterday someone asked me about gratitude. Way way long ago, I used to make thankful entries. I sincerely believe we are far more blessed than what we'll ever be cursed so, I made daily (then weekly) lists of reasons I was thankful that day. It took my mind off the negative and forced me to see the positive in each day.

In this conversation yesterday, I was lamenting the fact that there is an area of my life that is very important to me and I say that I'm thankful for it, but I don't behave like I am. How could I appreciate something if I don't take care of it? And how can I say I am caring for something when I don't give it my very best? This thing in my life has been getting 1/3 of my weakest energy, if that much. If that's the case, maybe I don't appreciate it as much as I should.

This led to me thinking of the thankful entries I was making and the blog as a whole. So without further delay, here are a just a few things I've been grateful for over the past 2 months:

1. I went home to Louisiana and spent tons of time with the Tot. It was good to see my entire family, but I admit a special pleasure of seeing the growth in the little one. She is truly a spectacular child.
2. While I was there, I stayed at my Favorite Person's home and I'm so proud of the woman she has become. I get to watch her figure out how to navigate life and she's not perfect, but she's damn close!!!!
3. I actually enjoyed being in Miami last week:-)
4. The Queen Bee has decided to make a trip to NYC. I anxiously await her arrival. Just know that I plan to let her cook and I'll eat myself silly the entire time she's here.
5. Bowler Boy was in The States in October and we got to hang briefly. Although he owes me a remote, I won't ban all future visits.
6. Cajun Spice has stepped out on faith and her path is being blessed step-by-step.
7. The Cousin has decided to implement change!!
8. A bond with an associate has graduated to friend. I'm pretty excited about that.
9. I've registered my business name and have the papers to prove it!!!
10. Overall, I've had a sense of excitement about the things to come in my life and those around me. I'm loved and I love. I'm growing and I'm witnessing growth. What is there to not be thankful about when held in comparison to the many things to be thankful for?