I'm keeping this in the fashion section, rather than off-topic, because I actually have a lot to be grateful for in the fashion/style department right now.

* closet challenges: yes, they've been challenging to me, and yet I'm grateful for them anyway. They've caused some introspection, and they've taken some of the unknowns out of the getting dressed equation. Angie's editing challenge got me to get rid of a lot of extraneous stuff, and LaPed's SYC challenge has me getting more in tune with what feels more authentic or natural for me. My personal no-buy challenge has taken a lot of new items out of the equation, and it's made me focus more on finding things that will function well for me at work. My no-buy also has me figuring out what really are my favorite pieces, as I seem to consistently reach for the same things time and again.
* YLF. I'm grateful for such a great community. I can find fashion/style inspiration; I can find women who support each other; and I can find suggestions/recommendations for every size, style, and budget. You guys are amazing, and Angie is a genius for getting this started.
* believe it or not, the long list of clothing restrictions at my new job. Having to follow a dress code at work is making the SYC challenge easier for me. I want comfort with some sort of style in my off duty hours, and I'm seeing patterns in the things I'm wearing. SYC + no-buy + uniform rules at work = finding a true style for myself. I'm also kind of enjoying the challenge of finding ways to conform at work, and yet express myself through what I wear.
* the closet in our new house. It's so much bigger than my clothing storage in the RV (even though I got the small side!) and having all that space is luxurious.

Now for the non-fashion things:

* speaking of new house, duh I'm grateful it's done enough to live in while we finish the addition (DH is getting an atelier/sunroom/workshop for his hobbies & artistic talent)
* 12 step recovery. For the first 35 years of my life, I was a hot mess (and that's being polite!). These last 13 years and some months have been a journey of self-discovery and growing up. I have actually become somewhat of an adult instead of an overgrown brat. I'm still hiding an inner 12-year-old boy that thinks farts are funny, but most of the time I can act like a grown-up in spite of that.
* my little pack (family). DH and Mollie are wonderful companions and they bring so much comfort and laughter to my life that it's unimaginable to the addict living in my brain.
* DH's 12-step recovery. I'm not supposed to say he's in recovery (anonymity is important to recovery), but he has given me permission to talk about his recovery on the internet. He's been clean (sober) for about 2 years less than I have, yet his growth in recovery far outpaces mine on a regular basis. It's a precious gift, even when I'm not happy that he has called me out on my horse puckey LOL
* mom. She's aging (obviously), and yet she is still MOM. We have been able to develop a good relationship since I got clean, and that is a precious gift, as well as a testament to her mom-ness (I put her through a LOT, and she doesn't want to talk about any of it because "that's in the past"). I'm grateful that I'm having time to get to really know her, and hopefully I'll have many more years to keep doing so.
* my 12-step sponsor. When we first moved out here, my previous sponsor in Shreveport told me I should probably find someone local (for my own benefit, in case I was in crisis or something I'd have someone right here). The lady who sponsors me also sponsors a lot of other women, and doesn't usually raise her hand when the time comes to show our willingness to sponsor newcomers (she doesn't want to sponsor too many women, because then she can't give each one all the time those women deserve). She raised her hand at the meeting when I first met her; and she has been a wonderful source of wisdom, support, and love as I've gone through mental and physical health issues. She says she doesn't know why she raised her hand that day, so we figure God did it to us and we just roll with it.
* YLF members. I know I mentioned the forum already, but the members themselves deserve a shout-out. You have all been so supportive of mybrecovery and my struggles with menopause-induced mental health issues. Thank you, each and every one of you, for being such wonderful and beautiful people with such amazing spirits!

Now, back to fashion/style for a moment:
* my thrifting skills and luck. A Vince sweater/top for 99 cents? YSL shooties for $8? AG Jean's for $6? My holy grail HEWI unicorn Bill Blass full length black wool overcoat for $9? And a Celine Edge bag, NWT, for $40? I felt so stinking luxe and at ease in my own clothes this past Saturday night at the Joe Bonamassa concert, and everything was thrifted except for my shoes! Selfie attached. It was an amazing and magical show, which is rare for me to say as a former stagehand who got jaded real quick in live event production (so there's something else I'm grateful for!)
* a brief shout-out to the fast fashion behemoths for some base layers for tall girls that follow the rules at work, keep me warm in the refrigerated area where I do my job, and were at a price point that won't make me cry when they eventually bite the dust.

Added bonus pic of the wreath I DIY-ed for the 8' X 3' door on my house (about 2.5 X .9 in meters for all you guys who live in countries that use a measurement system that actually makes sense). A door that size needed something with presence, and buying it ready made? The prices gave me a coronary LOL

I hope that each of you has a beautiful day, whether it's a holiday where you live, or just another Thursday.
XOXOXOXO