Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year. Not only does it kick off the holiday season with a ton of foods that are absolutely terrible for you (but taste oh-so-good!), it's the perfect time to reflect on the things that you are thankful for in your life.
And I have to admit that I am truly blessed.
I have two wonderful parents who have loved each other and me for the past 27 years unconditionally. My parents have provided an excellent foundation for my life and they are truly the reason that I have and can do all that I do.
I have two wonderful siblings, whose sense of humor cannot be matched. My fur babies bring me such joy, and watching the community of people that are adopting homeless pets this holiday season just brings a warmth to my heart that cannot be expressed. I also have a close group of friends that are really more like family.
The thing that I am most grateful for this year is a new opportunity that I have been presented with - the chance to leave Indiana and move to South Carolina. All those wonderful relationships that I mentioned before - they have been really put to the test this year. I have been an emotional wreck in making several huge life decisions, and my parents/siblings/friends have been by my side, lending a hand when I needed help prepping my house for sale, helping me move all of my things, and providing advice/comfort when I needed it the most.
I bought my first house in 2011, and over the past three years I have spent countless hours transforming it into my first home. I completely revamped the kitchen (new countertops, backsplash, floors, sink, hardware and painting the cabinets) and no wall in the house was left unpainted. I am actually really proud of how it turned out, even though I can't say that I am very sad about leaving it behind.
My good friend Jill Curtis helped me list and sell my house. She is amazing and I highly recommend her if you are trying to buy/sell in Indianapolis.
Even though I have no idea what 2015 will bring, I am so excited about the unknown. I've spent 2-3 weeks out of the year in South Carolina since I was born, and I can't tell you how thrilled I am to be making it my permanent residence. I am temporarily moving to Greenville, where my parents have recently relocated, but my ultimate goal is to end up in Charleston.
If you've never been to Charleston - I highly recommend it. We visited a few years ago and I was absolutely blown away with its beauty.
Wherever I end up, I have a wonderful support group that will be there for me, and that is what I am most thankful for this year.
I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving and get to spend time with the people that you love. Because, quite honestly, that's the most important thing.
Jordan
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