Thanksgiving

Come on, this has to be the best holiday of the year. I love it all, the food, the family, the "what are we grateful for list". I love the list- it is not a hip or unique tradition, but it is a great one. I know that the "half empty" crowd may not think so, but they will grump no matter what.

I am one lucky girl in the friends and family department. If you knew me personally, you would know that it's true. I'm tempted to ramble on about my people- but I'm going to wait till another time.

I want to mention the first thing that always goes on my grateful list...I am grateful for indoor plumbing. If you do not think this is 100% true, you have not given it any thought. (Don't forget what a cold shower would be like in December, to name just one of the more descreet posibilities.)

It really is the modern conveniences I am grateful for every day. New to my list this year, is the GPS in my Honda CRV. I thought it was ridiculous to get one. I know my town, Portland OR, really well, why would I need one? But I have to say, this thing has lowered my stress. I drive all around to clients houses. I arrive a lot calmer, having been directed there by Carla, my GPS women. I love her. She even apologised for getting lost in the west hills and had me turn around. No prob Carla, everyone gets lost in the west hills. So GPS goes on my list this year, right after indoor plumbing, right above our electric garage door opener. Simple, wondrous, modern conveniences.

Here are other some things on my list...

1. We are still in business.

2. Our wonderful staff- truly talented, fun people to work with. They make it much more pleasent to deal with the day to day stresses of retail.

3. Every nice customer who comes in the store- whether they purchase a lot or a little- they make a big difference to our day.

4. The inspiration of beautiful fabric and the artist who design them.

Those are just a few. What are you grateful for?

HAPPY THANKSGIVING