Day 3: Write about something you feel grateful for in your life today.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (among other very important causes). Having worked with domestic violence victims for a number of years and sometimes worked with children that come from homes where DV is prevalent, this is something that is dear to me.
I am grateful that I have a husband who does not hurt me. A husband that learned in Kindergarten to "keep your hands to yourself". A husband that treats me with respect. A husband that adores me. A husband that doesn't have to say, "I love you" because he shows me everyday- although he does tell me everyday.
Sure, we have arguments and disagreements, but we are human. It happens. On this day and every other day, I am grateful to have a good husband who is so perfect for me. He isn't perfect and neither am I. But we are perfect for each other.
With that said, I know that statistics especially in the state of WV indicate that many many people aren't as lucky. I hate that that garbage happens everyday to innocent people. It isn't right. Sometimes I almost feel guilty because I don't experience abuse in "the name of love". That probably doesn't make sense to most people, but that is how I feel. Kinda like survivor's guilt, maybe? At any rate, while I am grateful for my love and husband; I am grateful that my husband thinks it is ridiculous that people hurt other people and has long been a supporter of DV victims and awareness for the problem.
Be thankful for the healthy relationships in your life, but think of others that may not be as lucky. There are always people who can help. There are agencies that can do so.
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