Because it’s too easy to forget the good stuff and remember the bad stuff, here’s my list of blessings this week. (A day late because I was on a hard-earned vacation.)

The sound of waves outside my bedroom window.

Fresh oysters bought at a little blue shack from the man who farmed them.

Old friends and new ones. (This should be listed twice.)

Birthday parties at the beach.

The way time slows down at the water’s edge.

Toasting sunsets with champagne.

Getting a much, much needed break.

Wondering if I really, really have to go home.