I am Grateful

Momma bustles around the kitchen, smells of macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie fill the air. I sit on the stairs above the kitchen, enjoying the smells and the solitude before the day begins. Soon enough, family will swarm the house. Noises of laughter, dogs barking, and football cheers will stream from the house. And I am grateful.

We’ll gather around the table for lunch and laughter. We’ll play cards and my cousin will inevitably complain and request that we have one family gathering that doesn’t involve someone breaking out in to song. We’ll ignore him and sing louder. And I am grateful.

My family will nap in the living room as whatever football team we’re supposed to be cheering for runs up and down the field. The dogs will cuddle on the floor and the couch, snuggling up to whomever will allow them near. And I am grateful.

For a house filled with love. For a house filled with dogs. For a house filled with family. For a life others pray for and I sometimes take for granted. I am grateful.

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