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​Turn to face the sun and the shadows will fall behind you.  ~ New Zelander proverb

In my novel, Kelton, a teenage boy, realizes how thankful he is, just a moment too late.  So, saying that, I’ve learned to be genuine in my thanks and to show my appreciation always. 
This is a work in progress.  A list, that  I will add to often.  But today, the weekend of Thanksgiving in Canada, I will add ten things.
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1. Thankful for my family. They are an amazing, smart, funny bunch of very supportive and selfless people.  :)
2. My friends.  I have friends from childhood, to new friendships just being built.  I am thankful for them all.
3. For health. I mean, I don’t sleep well and my thyroid is way out of whack, but overall, I am lucky.  I know that. :)
4. For nature.  Everyday the outdoors provides me with a sense of wonder whether it be the kaleidoscope of colours in a wild field in fall, the ever changing depth and expanse of the sky or just viewing photos others have taken around the world.  How thankful I am that I have so much wilderness at my doorstep and that I have prioritised using it and enjoying it.
5. Canada.  I really love my country. 
6. My book.  When I think back to when I got the idea for the story and the adventures and changes my life has gone through, I am so grateful that I stuck with it and that I had a huge group of cheerleaders along with me. 
7. Laughter.  I am thankful that everyday I can find the light and use it to keep my spirit up. 
8. Freedom.  ‘Nuff said.
9. Pumpkin pie made by my mother.
10. Oh and tea.  Yes, every day I am thankful for tea. 

~nina

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The birch tree stands out in a forest. Its bark is delicate and was, once upon a time, used as paper to communicate. Albeit fragile and thin, the bark is transformed into a canoe when supported by a framework, transporting people to new places. I love how these symbols connect to my art and my story, linking nature's intricacies and vibrancy with solitude, community, communication, connection, vulnerability, and strength. Enjoy~ nina
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