Caroline and I went to my friend Pam’s house and celebrated it with her family and friends.

The meal was excellent with lots of side dishes that were culinary surprises.

I had never put marshmallows on my mashed sweet potatoes. We had sweet potato pie for the first time and Caroline loved it. I enjoyed it too.

My contribution was banana pudding. I haven’t made it in over 30 years. I found a good recipe and put it together. It was a success. I learned a new way to make meringue that made getting the whole thing mixed together so much easier. Peaks were achieved in short order.

I am thankful for so many things.

I am thankful for my friends and family who have supported me through this difficult time.

I am thankful for Caroline in my life. We have been helping each other cope with the death of Peter.

I am thankful to have a part time job at Micheals. I have friends at work, and it gives me time to do something else with my brain and talk to people.

Not talking is a habit I have picked up since Peter went into the rehab hospital. Other than the cats, I have nothing to talk to in the house, so I remain quiet. Might be why my voice tends to go out when I talk for a long time.

I am thankful that we finally have a case number for the will. I have no idea how long it will take now. At least this is a step forward.

I am thankful for that which entertains me. Keeps me from brooding.

I am thankful for everything that keeps me sane in all this.

I am grateful I have so much to be thankful for.