here's to

brave parents. functioning limbs. funny friends. spare time. pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. my car (camry). my bike. not having to heat up water in a kettle when i want to shower. music. literacy. down comforters. looking people in the eyes. six hour conversations. my brother singing along to this song with me on a long drive. resilient hearts. new friends who feel comfortable enough to call me “gracie” or give me any other nickname. quiet mornings. adjectives. being grateful year-round.