Today I am thankful that I grew up in a military town. I have been lucky to know a good number of military families and understand just how much of their lives they devote to serving our country. It's not just one person, it's their entire family. Military families are unique - they create extremely special bonds within their own families (because the move around so much) but also within the military community. They are there for each other in good times and bad and not in a way that any other job would provide. I am so thankful to all of my friends who serve, have served, had parents that served, grandparents that served - they all hold a special place in my heart. I hope they feel a little bit of extra love today, Veterans Day.
thankful : day 10
Today I am thankful that I live in Chicago. It's a city with endless opportunity. I love this city and all that it has to offer - I am never bored here. Art, architecture, sports, theater, food, music ... and a million other tiny things! Chicago, you're my kind of town!
thankful : day 9
Today I am thankful for Adobe Lightroom. It has changed my photo editing and workflow forever! I still use Photoshop from time to time, but Lightroom is the bestest! Now if only I could get all my Photoshop actions in LR...
thankful : day 8
Today I am thankful for culture. I love to learn about new cultures and traditions and today was one for the books! Our dear coworker Marcey wed in an intimate muslim ceremony here in Chicago. I didn't understand everything they were saying, but was completely fascinated by the whole process. I am truly fortunate to have friends from so many diverse backgrounds!! 
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thankful : day 7
Today I am thankful for pasta! Homemade pasta! Pappardelle smothered in creamy alfredo! Dined at Caro Mio tonight with the girls and shut the place down. Is there anything better than great conversation and great food?
thankful : day 6
Today I am thankful that my elliptical was FINALLY delivered!! I have flirted with many ellipticals over the years and finally decided to pony up and buy one. It took three weeks to arrive and the delivery guys were very late tonight - and then making a lot of noise in the hallway (ugh!) and reeked of cigarette smoke, but got it up and running! Now it's time to log more steps on my Jawbone UP!
thankful : day 5
Today I am thankful that I have some cool coworkers. Not everyone likes the people they work with and I realize I am lucky to have (had) such a great group of people by my side. They are smart and fun and creative and funny as hell. I know we can annoy each other from time to time, but we always come together and create amazing things! Cheers from team FA! 
thankful : day 4
Oh today was not the best of Mondays ... so I am just going to say I am thankful for music on this Monday. I am thankful that music can always change my mood. Tonight it's a little jazz with Till Brönner. I need a little something smooth and soothing to put this day behind me!!
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thankful : day 3
Today I am thankful for Midwestern beauty! I took the long route home just so I could drive up and down the streets soaking in the colors of Fall. We are at perfect peak color right now and I know that will soon go away. I need to take in as much as possible, as often as possible!! While living in some warm coastal city sounds lovely, I think I would really miss the changing of the seasons.
thankful : day 2
Today I am thankful for long lasting friendships! I have the most beautiful, smart, creative friends and I love each and every one of them! I am so thankful for all of the experiences we've shared and memories we've created. xoxo