As I walked to the store this morning on the busy streets of Bangkok, I felt a little homesick. Today is just a normal day in Thailand. The people aren't excited to get home and feast with their families. No one has already begun to put up Christmas decorations. All the restaurants are still full of customers on their way to or from work... just like any other day.
Even though I cannot be there with you all in person, I would still like to join in the spirit of giving thanks, even though I am a world away.
So here goes.... I am thankful for:
My friend Dana, who plays the thankful game quite often.
All of my other friends, for that matter. Those in and outside of Thailand.
Eating turkey in Thailand. Twice. Which is apparently quite the delicacy.
Gaining new connections with other believers from all over the world.
Christmas music.
Delicious apple crisp for dessert.
Jane Austen.
Starbucks holiday lattes.
Fresh pineapple for breakfast. In November.
Cooking with my team all day.
Fall-colored cardigans.
Families.
My family.
The promise of being in God's family.
God's relentless pursuit of his people. Myself included.
Jesus, my relationship with him, and a hope that cannot be overcome.
This is just a small sample from the two-and a half pages I filled in my journal this evening.
And yes, in case you were concerned for my well being, I did get to celebrate Thanksgiving today-- and surprisingly enough, it was with mostly Thai people who just wanted to celebrate the holiday for fun. Otherwise, there probably would not have been any festivities. We had the three essentials: turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie, along with lots of other wonderful, very-American dishes. I am still stuffed. :)
What are you thankful for today?...
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