This year to save me from tears I'll give it to someone special

Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport.  Oh wait.  No, I don't.  But I probably should!  What I'm currently concentrating on, however, is reasons to be thankful. 

At this time of year we write out our Christmas lists filled of the things we want, we struggle to hide our disappointment when someone gets us socks (unless they're really nice) and we moan about having eaten too much good rich food.  This Christmas, I am vowing to count my current blessings. 

1) Mum and Dad

Oh yes,  Sometimes they annoy the bejeebus out of me!  Dad's more stubborn than I am and Mum can be a time bomb - but I love them both and I wouldn't change them for the world.  Not even for the love of Johnny Depp. 

2) Katie

 

This kid does not stop talking.  And she follows you round like a lovesick puppy (with the sound effects) or like Colin Creevey, always ready to pounce with her kiddiezoom and take an unflattering photo.  She has so much energy it makes you tired to look at her.  But I'll tell you what.  When she wakes me up at some ungodly hour by crawling into my bed and spending the rest of the night heavily breathing on my face while she stares at me, plays with my hair, stage whispers about the most random things and fidgets, I love it.  Deep down.  Deep deep deep down. 

 

3) Aaron

 

 

I've only known him a short while, but it took me an even shorter time to realise just how incredible this guy is and what a lucky girl I am.  He is so easy to talk to, amazingly thoughtful and considerate, and I adore him dearly. 

 

' Just because it's Christmas - And at Christmas you tell the truth - To me, you are perfect - And my wasted heart will love you - Until you look like this. '

 

 

 

4) Ami

 

 



 

This girl is incredible.  I am so fortunate to have her as my friend.  Recently she has been my rock.  If you ever need anything, my darling - just give me a call. 





5) Aelfa

Thank God for Aelfa.  Thank God for Aelfa.  I have never settled in so easily with a group of people before.  I cannot believe how much I am changing for the better under their guidance - not only in things like performance skills, but also how I view myself and the world around me.  I quite simply love them. 

5) Annlouise 

We both might be appalling at staying in consistent contact, but whenever we do remember we pick off straight from where we left off.  Thank you for being my best friend.  Thank you for always knowing what to say. 

6) Food, warmth and shelter

If you don't know why I'm thankful for these things then you're a fucking idiot and I'm surprised that you can even read. 

7)  Inspirational people

Last time I checked, the total he raised for charity was near £5 million.  Whilst he was still alive and the total was at £3 million, he continued to insist that the money go to charity rather than it being spent on himself.  How many of us can honestly say the same thing about ourselves?  In a time of great need he gave to others, and I just think that is really fantastic. 





If you don't know why Emma Watson is on this list, then I suggest you check out her speech as a UN Ambassador. 


I could go on to put in many more people on my 'Inspirational' list, but for now I'm tired, so I'll save that for another day - these two were just a taster!








8) Faith

It's 100% cool if you decide to not have a faith.  It's also 100% cool to decide to have a faith.  Just thought I'd put that out there.  Sometimes people try and make me feel bad for believing in God, but their intentions don't ever work.  You cannot tell someone what to believe and what not to believe.  My faith has been an enormous comfort to me.  It gives me hope.  It reminds me of goodness.  Religions don't cause wars.  People do. 

9)  Music

I must resist the temptation not to write out any ABBA lyrics.  But seriously, it's true.  Imagine how awful life would be without music?  Be thankful for it.  And yes, the songbird within me weeps whenever she hears the likes of miley cyrus but at least my songbird is still there! 

10)  Harry Potter

If you read Harry Potter carefully, it can be interpreted as a self-help book.  Not surprising seeing as J.K Rowling has been stuck in the pit of depression herself.  But she reminds me that there is always hope.  That there is always something worth fighting for. 

11)  Peter Pan

If you hadn't already guessed through reading my blog, I like Peter Pan.  It's enchanting and will continue to enchant me forever more. 

12) Pole

It gave me confidence.  And I cannot wait to get started again.