Giving thanks with tired legs

Cats.
Grilled sandwiches.
That you let me know when you are having a bad day.
Putting my legs up.
Teal blue.

Thanksgiving on the couch

Sleeping in.
Warm, fuzzy blankets.
That you were there to be with me yesterday.
Having a first day of class that I feel good about.
A day to stay at home.

Giving thanks to check it off my to-do list

Magenta.
Tiny orchids.
That you call to hear my voice.
Knowing I can get things done.
Someone who will drive me many miles, when I miss the train.
Grass.

Thanksgiving with a full tummy

Oysters.
Sociable black cats.
Wading in the pacific ocean.
Tall trees.
Trying something new with you.
Vegan and non-vegan pizza in MV.

Thanksgiving on my Grandma's birthday

That I had my grandma as long as I did.
Talking fashion, music and celebrity gossip with her over tea in the early morning.
That you got to meet her.
Libraries.
Being invited to stay.
Feeling air against my face, across the floor.
Purple.

Thanksgiving in bed

A day (mostly) at home.
Surprise visitors bearing gifts.
Leisurely mani-pedis.
Deep purple.
Inari.
Hearing you talk about me as though I am important to you.

Thanksgiving after a funeral

Time alone.
Time with your family.
Super Duper.
Street lamps.
Holding your hand.
Red lipstick.
Tiny orange butterflies.

Giving thanks, when I don't feel like it

Uninterrupted sleep.
Fiction.
Humor.
Being able to call.
Something to do.