I have a lot to be thankful for this year.

I successfully completed one year of school, managed to make the honor roll as well.

I hit 12 years of sobriety in May (had a final exam on my AA birthday too).

I moved back to DC, found a few jobs a few friends and finally got a permanent job in Takoma Park.

I have only the best of friends: Pat, Brenda, Suzanne, Mark, Robert, Donna, Chris, Christy, Zelda, Michael, Mike, Julie, Denise, Phyllis, Jeri… well a lot of friends that mean a lot to me.

I have not picked up a cigarette this year, though I have been tempted quite a bit.

My cats, Q and Mouse, are healthy, happy and home.

So, looking back, its been a great year and I have plenty to be thankful for. I hope you can say the same.

Don’t forget, it’s not a real holiday unless someone cries.