For Everything That I Have, Everything I am.

 Today in class, Dr. Kyburz had us focus on gratitude in our free write. This free write was probably my most favorite from this entire semester. I started with bullet points: 

• My family: a given, even though I feel like I hate them sometimes. 
• The relationship I have with my mother: It's rocky, but I know she only wants the best for me, and I love her always.
• Health: This past thanksgiving break I was sick with mono and was in and out of hospitals; I genuinely felt like I was dying. 
• Youth: Seeing my parents get older is really scary. 
• Playing the sport that I love at the best of my ability: Knock on wood, I've never had any serious injuries that have prevented me from playing. 
• My sisters: I'm the youngest out of four; it's a lot, but I wouldn't trade them for the world. 
• Being an aunt: I'm the fun one.
• My car: takes me from point A to B. 
• Education: So grateful that my parents are supporting me. 
• My friends: They are there whenever I feel alone. 
• My best friend: Understands me even when I don't understand myself. 
• Becoming a godparent: I cried when I was asked. It's the most uplifting feeling when someone trusts you that much. 
• Downtown Chicago: I don't know what I would do if there wasn't a lakefront. 
• Only being waitlisted In 2 classes for the spring: pretty impressive. 
• Laptop and Phone: I would probably go into cardiac arrest If I didn't have this. 
• Concealer: Self-explanatory.
• Primary doctor: She's been treating me since I was a newborn.