Giving Thanks

Laney and I have spent the last week enjoying each others company and giving thanks to life, love and happiness. My computer has been ill ever since I posted Laney's picture.  I teased her and said she blew up the internet.  I think she was just wanting my attention.  She has spent a lot of time following me around and we were able to get a few walks in  last week since we had some warm weather for this time of the year. I believe that warm air decided to move elsewhere.

Thanksgiving day was one of the warmest on record with highs in the 60's and lots of sun.  My husband and I managed to walk several miles on Thanksgiving day before we set down to a delicious dinner at my daughter's house.  Then we ended it with a game of scrabble which my daughter took the honor of winning. It was a day filled with gratitude and thanks as we gathered with family to celebrate life.  And, we gave my husband the honor of carving the turkey, as we gave thanks to God for  another Thanksgiving together.

My husband and I are trying to get back on track with our training for our half marathon.  It is now nine weeks until we walk in San Antonio and we are trying to increase our pace and distance as the weeks are passing by quickly.  We managed to bundle up Sunday and last eve as we braved the cold and walked outdoors.  I was amazed at how warm I was at the end of the walk and peeled off layers of clothes to cool down.  I liked walking outside and we were able to enjoy the Christmas lights that people have put up. They seem magical when you walk by them. It is a different perspective of the lights than what you see from a car as you drive by.  I'll try to continue walking outside until old man winter chases us back to the indoor track.  As we walk we give thanks to all who have been a part of our lives, friends, family, and a spoiled dog named Laney.  Life is beautiful!