What Do You Bring To The Table?

   Jim Parsons, Sheldon on The Big Bang, was on Inside The Actors Studio in the wee hours of the morning, so I sat with pen in hand. He is quirky and enjoyable, and left me with my thought for today.
 He was asked about his choices in his life, and this is what he said, " I am always aware of what I bring to the table." The banquet we call life, requires us to show up, and decide WHAT we are bringing to the table.
   Its November,  tables will soon be filled with the smells and tastes of Thanksgiving. Plus the chatter of friends and families, gathered together by force or good will. Some of us, will have a simple table, and others will fill several rooms. What exactly do we bring, everyday to the table?
    So here are my thoughts on the subject, during this rain soaked day.
 I bring 63 years of living on this earth.
I carry with me, the love of music, good books and art.
I have packed, school memories and friends from long ago.
My mom and dad are still at my table, although dad, being so ill, says he wants to leave us.( we support you daddy, but.....you know I will hold on tight)
The careers that I have been so lucky to have had, still bring me such knowledge, love of education and medicine will always be huge part of my life.
My husband, five kids, two g-kids, 3 daughter-in-laws, now that is a story! Having love for my humans. Mom, Momma, Uma, Bonnie, Bon-Bon, Bon Von Baroness, Bonnie Kay ( if I am in trouble), Nurse ( from worm) I love all my names, and they come with me. ( yes I have been called a few bad names, they hang onto my shoes as I walk, a part of me but under my feet!) ( Being a Bitch is not always a bad thing!!) (smarty pants, bossy, these are not bad names!!) ( I am moving them up to at least my waist, they certainly may be the napkin ring on my table!)
Love of makeup, and hair dye hitch a ride, since I was about 12!
Love of religions around the globe, History, English, you never stop learning, I love it!
I love Jesus, he is a friend of mine. I also am a Buddhist, a seeker of answers, and a receiver of many.
My table is large and long, overflowing with love, and sadness.
France sits with me often, what a grand adventure travel is.
The smell of the Ocean, and sunshine on my skin, may be hid under this sweater I have on, but its there!
I need light, and laughter.
Laughter and more laughter, fills my cup, along with Christmas Carols!!
I stroll with bad dance moves and a terrible singing voice, yet I will be the first one to climb a stage and sing with the band!!
What Do You Bring To The Table?
A thought for you today.
Be prepared for anything.
Thankful for you.
B