These things aren't mutually exclusive

That doesn't change the truth of the situation though

And I'm thankful for you. Yes, you! Social media can be a bit of a nightmare sometimes, but chances are if you're seeing this, you've changed my life for the better in some way. So thanks for being here!

Whether you celebrate this day or not, I hope it finds you warm & content, with a full belly.

I am thankful for my partners, my friends, my loved ones. I'm thankful for my extended found family. I'm grateful for my community, for my beloved familiars, for the roof over my head and the food being prepared today.

It can be hard given the state of the world, the seasonal depression, and the ever-present grief that comes with having lost family during family holidays, but as part of my self-care I try to find something to be grateful for everyday.