Thankful Thursday

It’s Thankful Thursday hosted by Brian of Brian’s Home. He wants us to post what we’re thankful for.

I think it’s a good thing to do each week.

Focus on the positive things in our lives.

Make sure you link up to the Blog Hop at Brian’s Home and get the code to put on your blog. Then visit all the participants.

Hubby and I are lucky to berth at what we think is the best marina around. Willow Berm Marina has everything and the views are the very best.

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What are you thankful for today?

68 thoughts on “Thankful Thursday

  1. My GBGV Life – Minnesota, USA – I am a GBGV, Grand Basset Griffon Vendeén - enjoying my life and sharing my experiences.
    My GBGV Life says:

    Even on the worst days we try to find things to be thankful for as there are always others who are less fortunate, and in the end, every day we have is a gift.

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      I agree. We just need our focus to be on the positive side rather than the negative. 🙂

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Me too. There are a million things to be thankful for. 🙂

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Me too, Marg. I’m thankful for you too. You’ve been a wonderful friend for many years. 🙂

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Thanks for hosting the fun, Brian. It’s good to be thankful. 🙂

  2. Jen
    Jen says:

    Today is kindergarten graduation day! I am happy she made it and that the school year is almost over. It’s been a long one. Have a great day 🙂

  3. retirementman
    Paul Pietrangelo says:

    Good morning Sandee. A very beautiful marina. I wish I had a boat. I believe that not enough people give thanks to what they are given but you and I know. Thanks my friend.

    Cruisin Paul

  4. Duke – Northford, Connecticut
    Molly the AireGirl says:

    hummmmmmmm – we are not seeing a marina pic. I wonder why everyone else is and we aren’t? We are thankful that the rain stopped and we got our walkie in this morning!

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      I fixed it Molly. Sorry about that. I’ve no idea what I did wrong. 🙂

  5. Eastside Cats Blog – Metro Detroit, Michigan USA – Follow my three cat families and other cat antics at https://eastsidecats.blogspot.com/
    Eastside Cats says:

    We’d be thankful for clear skies, if we ever, ever get any! Such wacky weather, but I pray for those who’ve suffered due to the seemingly never ending storms.

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      We are getting the same wacky weather. I’m so sorry about it too. 🙂

  6. Kismet – New River, Arizona. – I'm a 16 year old Indian Ringneck parrot curmudgeon in New River, Arizona in the wild west country. If you're a sunflower seed, you're dinner.
    Kismet says:

    It doesn’t have enough room for my yacht.

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      How big is your yacht? We’ve had some yachts over 100 feet docked here. 🙂

      • Kismet – New River, Arizona. – I'm a 16 year old Indian Ringneck parrot curmudgeon in New River, Arizona in the wild west country. If you're a sunflower seed, you're dinner.
        Kismet says:

        But how many over one claw?

  7. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      It is indeed. We have been there since 2004. It’s the very best in marinas. 🙂

  8. greg-in-washington – Pierce County, Washington, USA – Cat guy. I live in Pierce County, Washington, USA. Like cats, old photographs, and short blog posts.
    greg-in-washington says:

    Nice to be near the water–any water–anywhere!

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Me too. That lighthouse is on the end of the attenuator. Great place for a BBQ. 🙂

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      It’s a wonderful view from so many places around the marina. 🙂

  9. Bette A. Stevens – Central Maine, USA – "I'm a writer inspired by nature and human nature!" ~ Bette A. Stevens Bette A. Stevens is a retired teacher, a wife, mother of two and grandmother of five. Stevens lives in Central Maine with her husband on their 37-acre farmstead where she enjoys writing, gardening, walking and reveling in the beauty of nature. She advocates for children and childhood literacy and for monarch butterflies, an endangered species. Stevens’s children’s activity book, THE TANGRAM ZOO and WORD PUZZLES TOO! was first published in 1997 by Windswept House Publishing, Mt. Desert, ME; a second edition was self-published by the author in 2012. AMAZING MATILDA , Stevens's second children's book, self-published in 2012, won a 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Award (Honorable Mention for Excellence in Children's Literature - Ages 6 and older category) and placed #9 on The 2013 Gittle List TOP 10for Self-published Children’s Picture Books. Stevens has written articles for ECHOES, The Northern Maine Journal of Rural Culture based in Caribou, Maine. In 2013, the author published her first book for the YA/Adult audience: PURE TRASH, a short story of a boy growing up in rural New England in a family whose poverty and alcoholism mark him as a target for bullying by young and old alike. This short story is a prequel to Stevens's debut novel, DOG BONE SOUP, A Boomer’s Journey released in January of 2015.
    Bette A. Stevens says:

    Thankful for spring and its many blessings… <3

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      We’re waiting for spring here. It’s been gloomy and wet here for over a week. 🙂

      • Bette A. Stevens – Central Maine, USA – "I'm a writer inspired by nature and human nature!" ~ Bette A. Stevens Bette A. Stevens is a retired teacher, a wife, mother of two and grandmother of five. Stevens lives in Central Maine with her husband on their 37-acre farmstead where she enjoys writing, gardening, walking and reveling in the beauty of nature. She advocates for children and childhood literacy and for monarch butterflies, an endangered species. Stevens’s children’s activity book, THE TANGRAM ZOO and WORD PUZZLES TOO! was first published in 1997 by Windswept House Publishing, Mt. Desert, ME; a second edition was self-published by the author in 2012. AMAZING MATILDA , Stevens's second children's book, self-published in 2012, won a 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Award (Honorable Mention for Excellence in Children's Literature - Ages 6 and older category) and placed #9 on The 2013 Gittle List TOP 10for Self-published Children’s Picture Books. Stevens has written articles for ECHOES, The Northern Maine Journal of Rural Culture based in Caribou, Maine. In 2013, the author published her first book for the YA/Adult audience: PURE TRASH, a short story of a boy growing up in rural New England in a family whose poverty and alcoholism mark him as a target for bullying by young and old alike. This short story is a prequel to Stevens's debut novel, DOG BONE SOUP, A Boomer’s Journey released in January of 2015.
        Bette A. Stevens says:

        Still chilly, but our plum blossoms came out today and the apple blooms won’t be far behind. Spring is coming! <3 Have a lovely weekend, Sandee! xo

  10. The Canadian Cats – Prince George, BC, Canada – I have been married for like AGES and AGES according to Shoko. A whole 47 years. Shoko is my only young'un. Bill and I have lived in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada for 34 years. Gardening is my passion and also Shoko's passion. Bill's passion is being included as a member of Shoko's family.
    The Canadian Cats says:

    A most gorgeous sunset.

    Jean

  11. pjack214 – Mom, Nana, part time photographer, artist in oils and crafts.
    Pamela Jackson says:

    Such beautiful pics….I was joking the other day when the bumper fell of my car about wanting to know who had a boat that could take me out and tie bricked to me…..SINK!

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      We are staying home. Don’t care for the holiday weekends at the marina. Too many drunks. 🙂

  12. Jeanna – Madison, WI – I'm a freelance feature writer, ex caterer and relay operator interested in helping seniors like myself and their family and caregivers with local and national resources while providing a safe place to share experiences or just chat. Taking care of my parents has taught me a lot about caregiving, assisted living facilities and health care for seniors. I'm going to keep adding resource information with the goal of providing information in an entertaining and informative way.
    Jeanna says:

    You are living the life my friend. And thank you for coming by even though I’ve been a lazy lump.

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      I’ve missed you, but sometimes we need a break. All is good. 🙂

  13. Magical Mystical Mimi
    Magical Mystical Mimi says:

    Oh my goodnes… I don’t even have the words to describe those photos.. Heaven??? I am thankful that you are able to experience that piece of paradise and share them with us. Thank you.

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      It is paradise for us, but many don’t care for boating at all. I can’t understand why, but to each his own. Happy weekend, Karen. 🙂

  14. Michelle – Hi, I am Michelle, I am married to a wonderful Christian man & my best friend ever, in the world. We live in the Peachy state of GA. I hope to inspire and encourage you through my blog posts.
    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Hugs back, Michelle. Have a fabulous day and Memorial Day weekend. 🙂

      • Michelle – Hi, I am Michelle, I am married to a wonderful Christian man & my best friend ever, in the world. We live in the Peachy state of GA. I hope to inspire and encourage you through my blog posts.
        Michelle says:

        Thanks, you too!! ((Hugs))

  15. Gilly says:

    oh oh oh my! What a GORGEOUS place to be. Can you cross the Atlantic in that? Wouldn’t that be brilliant! You could rock up on the beach here and come and have a cuppa!

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Our boat won’t go that far, but I’l love to join you for a cuppa. 🙂

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      Looks like we both have the same quiet weekend planned. We’re smart. 🙂

  16. InvisiblyMe – United Kingdom – Health, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain & Disability Blogger at InvisiblyMe : Live a visible life, whatever your health > ★ www.invisiblyme.com ★ FB/Twitter/Insta : @invisiblymeblog twitter.com/invisiblymeblog instagram.com/invisiblymeblog facebook.com/invisiblymeblog
    Invisibly Me says:

    Wow, that really is a beautiful marina. xx

    • Sandee – California – Home of Awww Mondays, Happy Tuesday, and Wordless Wednesday.
      Sandee says:

      They are indeed. Almost everywhere you look it’s beautiful. 🙂

  17. Dakota/Caren/Cody – Michigan – Freelance writer, pet blogging professional, product influencer, half of the writing team behind Dakota's Den and "Cat Chat With Cody & Caren" Most importantly, I am a "pet mom" to Dakota, (Shetland Sheepdog) and Cody (my silver gray tabby!)
    Dakota/Caren/Cody says:

    Wow those marina photos are gorgeous! How blessed you are to have a such a special place to go to regularly. So relaxing! xoxo

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