Today is Thanksgiving, and I knew I wanted to post something special for the holiday. I looked in all my usual places, but nothing felt quite right. But when I saw this artist’s beautiful tribute to his wife, I had a good cry, and knew it was just the thing. 

I have a lot to be grateful for. I have a good job, great friends, a wonderful family, relatively good health, but when I count my blessings, I am most grateful for my Beloved. She is my best everything, and I can’t imagine my life without her.

It’s not all heart-rending. Like any family, the Andrews have good days and bad, and Gary generously shares both with us. His diary is a wonderful tribute to his wife, a testimony to the resilience of the human spirit, and a painful reminder of the fragility of life. Let’s try to be grateful for every day we get with the people we love.

You can follow Gary Andrews on his website and on Instagram.