I am grateful

I am grateful for my life

My life at home, at school, in the real world

I am grateful for the privileges I am blessed with

The roof over my head

The food at the table

My access to education

My access to adventure

I am grateful for my school

Though aggravating

It gifted me with an opportunity

Opportunities to make a difference

I am grateful for my friends

They have taught me more

More than any Math, History, or Science lesson ever could

Empathy, loyalty, trust, and acceptance

I am grateful for my little sister

She tested me enough to give me great patience

She gave me the knowledge of being responsible

And putting one before myself

I am grateful for anger

I am grateful for sadness

They showed me pain

So hurtful it makes the good so sweet.

I am grateful for my Dad

He works his humor into almost anything

He can make any bad day better

All with a single burst of laughter

I am grateful for my Mom

She shaped me into who I am today

She showed me love and grace

She taught me to always push for better

I am grateful for so much and more

And more

And more