18 Things I'm Thankful For This Thanksgiving
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 8:22PM What's there not to be thankful for? Barack Obama leads this incredibly powerful country, the Los Angeles Lakers continue to dominate the NBA, and Starbucks' Peppermint Mochas are back on the menu.
Thanksgiving is a holiday nominally devoted to counting one’s blessings. This year, Pinch My Saffron is particularly thankful for the tremendous support from everyone that has been reading the blog as a reference to quick, easy, and delicious Persian & Mediterranean recipes. Thank you all!
I'm also thankful for...
1. My beautiful, healthy family and dear friends that continue to inspire me.
2. All the complaining I hear about our government because it means we have freedom of speech in America.
3. I'm thankful and thrilled that my brother and sister like my cooking.
4. Sharing my mother's passion for cooking. And, that I used to stand beside her in the kitchen and watch, help and learn from her. Thanks, Mom!
5. I'm grateful to Huffington Post blogger, community activist and friend, 2morrowknight for his continued support and for featuring Pinch My Saffron in our first interview publication.
6. I'm thankful for Thomas Keller's latest cookbook, Ad Hoc at Home. And, for his 200 delicious recipes that are all doable at home.
7. I'm thankful when my beautiful niece puts her arms out for me to hold her. And, for her sweet smile that lights up the room. :)
8. I'm thankful for Ali Sabet's profound talent in branding, identity, and strategy and the fantastic job he has done with our site layout and cool logo design.
9. My adventures in Southeast Asia and exploring the magical Great Wall.
10. I'm thankful for each and every one of Willie Jackson's brilliant tips on making us "findable" out in Cyberspace.
11. I'm thankful to these Awesome Chefs & Foodies on Twitter who have inspired me to enter this vast, but friendly world of food blogging.
12. Reconnecting with my dear friend, Ellie Sadeghi on Facebook - after a 10-year hiatus.
13. I'm thankful and relieved that Alireza Alavian will be taking over in the photography department for my blog and upcoming cookbook.
14. I'm thankful for people who are willing to give of themselves to help others, with no expectation of reward. You guys rock!
15. I'm thankful to be alive to witness the presidency of Barack Obama. And, I'm especially grateful that the rest of the world is ready to give us a new start, a second chance to reclaim our place in the world because of his unsurmountable acts of kindness.
16. The mess I have to clean up after a dinner party because it means I have been surrounded by dear friends and loved ones.
17. I'm thankful to work for myself which gives me the opportunity to pursue my passion and meet fascinating people along the way.
18. I'm thankful that authoring this blog has given me the opportunity to meet and greet all of you. Thank you!
Now, what are you thankful for?
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Reader Comments (5)
Thanks for including me in the list, Yasamin! It has been a pleasure getting to know you over the past few months, and I'm so excited about what the next year will bring. Best wishes and I'll talk to you soon...on the internets :)
Thank you so much for the mention. It's been a pleasure working with you!!! it's been a wonderful experience.
I want to be as positive as you when I grow up. :)
Have an amazing thanksgiving.
@Willie @Ali It's been my pleasure, and I thank you both. :)
@Sammy You're funny - see you bright and early at the Turkey Trot tomorrow.
Thank you baby girl for including me in your list. Reconnecting with you has been such a blessing in my life. You are such a kind and gentle soul and I am energized when I spend time with you. You are positive and supportive. You have an amazing ability of seeing the good in every situation and that is rare and admirable. I value your friendship.
And, I am so proud of what you have created with Pinch My Saffron. I envision amazing things for you. Here is to an amazing ride that awaits! Cheers!