I am grateful for the strength in an iris leaf that makes it stand tall and proud.

I am grateful for puffy clouds against a blue sky.

I am grateful for the support of my sister and my brother.

I am grateful for warm hot fudge sauce cake with a scoop of ice cream on top.

I am grateful for open windows on a cool morning and the smell of fresh air.

I am grateful for a talkative CASA girl who is figuring out life and making good choices.

I am grateful for fresh popcorn.

I am grateful for Maya Angelou.

I am grateful for things crossed off the list.

And I am grateful for someone else to mow the yard.