A few of my favorite things

Ed over at Living A Principled Life tapped me to write about five favorite things. I'm going to stick to things as in objects here, rather than feelings.

And to have to name just five...I have a lot of favorite things but here are my top ones that I am thinking about on this day.

• The estuaries and oceans have to top my list because they are a source of life, comfort, uncertainty, and great beauty. These are places where I find my peace, where my dreams lay, and where I test my fortitude.
  
• My sailboat which allows me to experience being on the water whenever I can slip away. It is like a tree house--I can go there and escape from the rest of the world.
  
• Dogs are such favorites because they are fascinating to watch, give unconditional love and make me smile regardless of how I feel.
  
• I have a great love for photography and art that tugs at my soul, makes my eyes tear with beauty, and expresses what words can't express
• This house is a favorite thing for me because it is roomy and filled with so many things that bring back memories through every stage of my life. The house has been a work of love for both of us.
  

So there are just a few things that come to mind today. I could go on to name many other favorites and when it comes to people, well...I have a few favorites that are near and dear to me. I'm thinking about them and all of you on this Christmas Eve. And in the spirit of the day, I'm posting a few photos of a few more favorite things on the day before Christmas. We are preparing for the buffet dinner tomorrow in which we open up the house to those in recovery who want some food and fellowship.

May your day be filled with joy.