Sheri Shares Her Gratitude

Gratitude is such a huge part of my everyday life. I’m honestly thankful for all the little things — because, to me, those always end up being the most important. Things like my new home, waking up in a cozy bed, that first sip of hot coffee (and trust me, I love my coffee), or stepping outside to walk my dog and taking in that first breath of fresh air.

This year especially, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting. Maybe it’s because I’m getting older… who really knows. But I’ve been thinking a lot about the last five years and what a wild, beautiful, messy, unexpected ride they’ve been. So much has shifted and changed — for me, for my family — and it’s kind of amazing to look back on all of it.

There’s one day in particular, though — way more than five years ago — that changed everything for me. The day I went skydiving. Now, keep in mind, I was (and still am) absolutely terrified of heights. It took every bit of courage I had…and honestly a surprise shove from the instructor…to get me out of that plane. I screamed, panicked, almost passed out — the whole dramatic meltdown. But then, all at once, everything went still. Calm. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I was just floating, looking at the world from a perspective I never even knew I needed. It was breathtaking. And if I hadn’t jumped, I never would’ve experienced that kind of beauty.

That day was such a gift. It didn’t magically cure my fear of heights (I’m still terrified!), but it taught me something so important: sometimes you have to leap even when you’re scared, because the most amazing things can happen on the other side of that fear.

And I’m so grateful for that day, because it helped lead me right here — to this beautiful place in my life — and my heart is just so incredibly thankful!

 -Sheri