I’ve been away from this on purpose. Call it a self-imposed exile, call it writers block, Hell call it whatever the heck you want. Short story long, I’ve been dealing with some heavy stuff.
While that’s all fun and good, it dawned on me that one way to get back to the blog would be to practice a bit of gratitude. While this is not your typical “Random Text from Johnny Nyk”, it does allow me to express myself in the longform.
So if you’ll forgive me for being a bit sappy, here’s my list for 2019:
- I’m grateful for my close friends who’ve helped me, and my family carry the load of bricks. This year was one of adjustment, and you made that process easier. You didn’t wait for me to ask, you just stepped up and helped.
- I’m incredibly grateful for my old friends who poked fun of me on Facebook. You keep me grounded and remind me that no matter how hard I try, I’m still going to get a gentle reminder to not let my ego get too big.
- I am grateful for my team, student assistants, and graduate assistants. You can see my vision and know that everything we do is for our students and their future success.
- Shout out to the OG’s: Laurie, KD, McClure, and Sackett. I’m promote the hell out of you all to my students as examples in the space.
- Thank you Victorio. You’re a friend and ally, and I always have your back!
- For the boys at the shop, thank you for listening. FTG!
- To my friends on the receiving end of the “Random Texts from Johnny Nyk”, thank you for the reciprocation. I don’t do it to get it back and I truly mean what I say. You are awesome!
- For my Boondoggle family past and present. I am proud to call myself a “Boonie”. Your sharing, candor, and friendship are something that I hold dear.
I want to also say that I’m truly grateful for my family. It’s not easy being related to me by either blood or marriage but know that I truly love you all.
Finally, to my girls: I love you to the stars and back. Never forget and never doubt.
Cheers to a wonderful Thanksgiving!
#JeSuisCharlie #NousSommesCharlie – Never forget!
