I am grateful for the taste of spearmint in the first bite of a piece of gum when thirsty.

I am grateful for fingernails not broken or torn or chipped.

I am grateful for the smell of a fresh towel.

I am grateful for internet shopping when my world is scattered and grandchild birthdays don’t wait.

I am grateful for a bed and a little less than full weekend.

I am grateful for green grass in mid July.

I am grateful for pretty glassware from which to drink.

I am grateful to have held Natia once again last night.

I am grateful Sam is okay and has a week of rest from chemo.

And I am grateful for his oncologist and his surgeon who have the biggest hearts and made us laugh today in the middle of the scary and ugly.