Thanksgiving, by the numbers

How is it possible to describe all the ways one is thankful? What exactly are you thankful? I can try to use flowery words and well-chosen adjectives to paint an honest picture of my gratitude. I could write out my word of appreciate in beautiful calligraphy on handcrafted paper. This year I've decided to take a different approach.

Like any good straight faced accountant would say, "let the numbers speak for themselves". Here are the numbers for the past year:

Vibrant sisters: 2, Sarah and Rebecca

Concerned parents: 2, Cleo and Linda

Absolutely wonderful grandparents: 1, Betty

Quality roommates: 1, Johnathan, aka "Buddy"

Incredible friends that have helped save my life: 17

Countries traveled safety to and home: 14

Airmiles safely traveled in 2006: 104,003 on 12 airlines

Cities visited safely: 33

Close calls using mass transit: 4

Athletic activities I've had the privilege of participating in: 10, tennis, hiking, trailrunning, basketball, volleyball, badminton, swimming, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, biking, etc

Electronic devices that keep me organized, connected, entertained and inspired: 4, computer, Ipod, Nokia 7310, and Jabra Bluetooth headset

Amazing, "I can't believe I have it" vehicle that I have access to: one, black Saturn Ion
Amazing restaurants discovered: 6, Fez, Sauce, Euro Café, Lux, Desparados, and Pollo Camperos

Nights spent under proper shelter: 365

Days in which I had freedom to worship God: 365

This is simply just a small glance of the amazing things that I'm thankful to God for. If this list was honest, the internet could not hold the content.

Josh
Kearney, Nebraska