1. I am grateful that my BYU cougars beat the Utes! And even though we kinda sucked, (what does that say about the Utes since we still won?) it was a fun and exciting game.
2. I am grateful that my kids love music so much. It's fun to listen to and play music with them. And I love that they love ALL kinds of music.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 27
1. I am grateful that I got to participate in the craziness that is Black Friday. Why we do this to ourselves year after year, I will never know. And, I always vow to never do it again. But it is the fun and the tradition and the togetherness with my sisters and mom. This year we never even went to bed at all. Stupid retailers--upping their opening times every year.
2. I am extremely grateful that none of us died or got seriously injured in the craziness that is Black Friday. Seriously people, insanity!
3. I am grateful that there are certain sales available online. Ooh, that was much nicer to just sit in my warm, cozy house ordering what I needed instead of standing in yet another eternally long line.
2. I am extremely grateful that none of us died or got seriously injured in the craziness that is Black Friday. Seriously people, insanity!
3. I am grateful that there are certain sales available online. Ooh, that was much nicer to just sit in my warm, cozy house ordering what I needed instead of standing in yet another eternally long line.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 26
1. I am grateful for such a sweet holiday as Thanksgiving. Who doesn't like to eat lots of yummy foods? I love the eating, the togetherness, the ad shopping/planning, and the reminder of all that is good that I should be grateful for.
2. I am grateful for family. It is nice to have extended family around from both sides --well most of the time. But this week it just was.
3. I am grateful for days when dinner is as simple as getting in the car and driving a short distance.
2. I am grateful for family. It is nice to have extended family around from both sides --well most of the time. But this week it just was.
3. I am grateful for days when dinner is as simple as getting in the car and driving a short distance.
Attitude of Gratitude 25
1. I am grateful for Sprite. I know, weird, but lately I have been craving the refreshing, cool taste. Even more than Pepsi (which I love). Hmmm, weird. Wonder what that means?
2. I am grateful for quiet nights and a big, warm bed to get comfy in.
3. I am grateful for texting. I love getting a text, email, letter--anything that simply shows how much someone cares.
2. I am grateful for quiet nights and a big, warm bed to get comfy in.
3. I am grateful for texting. I love getting a text, email, letter--anything that simply shows how much someone cares.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 24
1. I am grateful for Natalie (Tanner's girlfriend) who brought me CD's of all the Glee songs! Now I can listen in my car as well as at home on the computer. (Silly, guilty pleasure). Natalie knew I liked the show and music, and just showed up with them. Sweet!
2. I am grateful for the times like this where I hear the little boys playing nicely together (instead of fighting). They always want to be together, but it's just nice when that togetherness is peaceful. Even more, when I witness an "I love you" or a hug. Wow. Gives me warm tingles.
3. I am grateful for family traditions. Even though I work this Thanksgiving, I am so looking forward to shopping and going out to breakfast the morning after with my mom and sisters. Even tired, I wouldn't miss it!
2. I am grateful for the times like this where I hear the little boys playing nicely together (instead of fighting). They always want to be together, but it's just nice when that togetherness is peaceful. Even more, when I witness an "I love you" or a hug. Wow. Gives me warm tingles.
3. I am grateful for family traditions. Even though I work this Thanksgiving, I am so looking forward to shopping and going out to breakfast the morning after with my mom and sisters. Even tired, I wouldn't miss it!
Attitude of Gratitude 23
1. I am grateful to have such fun friends at work. It really makes the time go by. We have a great time, especially at 2am. Crazy!
2. I am grateful for the holiday season. Craziness, money and stress aside, it really makes it nice to be able to rejuvenate, reconnect with old friends, and just enjoy those feelings of gratitude and giving.
3. I am grateful that I have a working computer that allows me to get online to blog, pay bills, listen to music, look up sales/ads, find new recipes, reconnect with family/friends, and so much more!
2. I am grateful for the holiday season. Craziness, money and stress aside, it really makes it nice to be able to rejuvenate, reconnect with old friends, and just enjoy those feelings of gratitude and giving.
3. I am grateful that I have a working computer that allows me to get online to blog, pay bills, listen to music, look up sales/ads, find new recipes, reconnect with family/friends, and so much more!
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 22
1. I am grateful I was able to see the Real Salt Lake win the MLS 2009 Cup! It was so fun to watch the end of this game which ended in a tie and went into penalty kicks. Real won in a sudden death round! Utah has finally won a sports Championship game! Yippee! And the team is only in their 5th year, which is amazing. And even more amazing, we beat LA Galaxy with Beckham (as in "Bend it Like Beckham") and Donovan--major names in soccer right now! Wow!
2. I am grateful for Health Insurance. Having spent all of yesterday in the ER, I am so glad I know most of the expense will be covered. I am grateful that I will have one less thing to stress about. Holidays are stressful enough financially, I don't need something else to worry about.
3. I am grateful for lessons that remind me of things I need to be reminded of. For example, doing something nice for others. Service. Being kind. Helpful. I think I will re-read the "Christmas Jars" to remind me of the need to share and help others, especially during this holiday time. I think I will also plan something with my little kids-25 Days of Christmas, where we choose one nice thing to do for someone else, each day in December (until Christmas). Ooh, now I'm excited!
2. I am grateful for Health Insurance. Having spent all of yesterday in the ER, I am so glad I know most of the expense will be covered. I am grateful that I will have one less thing to stress about. Holidays are stressful enough financially, I don't need something else to worry about.
3. I am grateful for lessons that remind me of things I need to be reminded of. For example, doing something nice for others. Service. Being kind. Helpful. I think I will re-read the "Christmas Jars" to remind me of the need to share and help others, especially during this holiday time. I think I will also plan something with my little kids-25 Days of Christmas, where we choose one nice thing to do for someone else, each day in December (until Christmas). Ooh, now I'm excited!
Attitude of Gratitude 21
1. I am grateful for nights out with James' friends from high school. It's awesome that most of them have moved back to town (or close by), and that the wives get along just as well as the guys. We always have a great time!
2. I am grateful for Volleyball. It's a lot of fun to play, especially with good friends. It's also fun to watch a good game. Even though we are getting older and are all much more easily injured, it's fun to get out there, get moving, get physical, and just play something!
3. I am grateful that my horrific, awful pain was only kidney stones. Yes, that is bad enough--in fact, was quite horrible, but at least it wasn't something permanent that ended up with me in the hospital for days. It was one of the absolute worst, most painful things I have ever endured, but at least I got to go home and felt better hours later. I do still need to follow up with a Urologist to make sure there's nothing more, but overall, I feel good. And I'm grateful that was all.
2. I am grateful for Volleyball. It's a lot of fun to play, especially with good friends. It's also fun to watch a good game. Even though we are getting older and are all much more easily injured, it's fun to get out there, get moving, get physical, and just play something!
3. I am grateful that my horrific, awful pain was only kidney stones. Yes, that is bad enough--in fact, was quite horrible, but at least it wasn't something permanent that ended up with me in the hospital for days. It was one of the absolute worst, most painful things I have ever endured, but at least I got to go home and felt better hours later. I do still need to follow up with a Urologist to make sure there's nothing more, but overall, I feel good. And I'm grateful that was all.
Attitude of Gratitude 20
1. I am grateful that I got to go see "New Moon" early with my sis. We had such a great time. And the movie was much better than the first one. As crappy as these movies are, it was fun to see the story laid out in front of us.
2. I am grateful for Joe Bandido's chips and salsa. They are so delicious! It's easy to get carried away and eat WAY too many.
3. I am grateful for Strawberry Daiquiris (Virgin of course). Yum!
2. I am grateful for Joe Bandido's chips and salsa. They are so delicious! It's easy to get carried away and eat WAY too many.
3. I am grateful for Strawberry Daiquiris (Virgin of course). Yum!
Attitude of Gratitude 19
1. I am grateful that we are a 3-car family. It's so nice not to have to worry about taking Tanner to school, rehab, etc. And...to have an extra driver that can help pick up kids if needed. Makes life much more simple.
2. I am grateful that the new road out to Wal-mart/Springville exit is finally open. It has been closed for almost a year and has been such an inconvenience. I'm glad that they made it double lanes both ways. Makes it so much nicer to get where we need to get without major detours.
3. I am grateful that my kids are such good students and smart kids. They get such good grades. I never have to worry about detention/notes/calls from teachers. They just do well and have good citizenship as well.
2. I am grateful that the new road out to Wal-mart/Springville exit is finally open. It has been closed for almost a year and has been such an inconvenience. I'm glad that they made it double lanes both ways. Makes it so much nicer to get where we need to get without major detours.
3. I am grateful that my kids are such good students and smart kids. They get such good grades. I never have to worry about detention/notes/calls from teachers. They just do well and have good citizenship as well.
Attitude of Gratitude 18
1. I am grateful for a washer and dryer. As much as I hate doing laundry, can you imagine having to scrub all your clothes on an old fashioned wash board and then hang them to dry? How much more time consuming and annoying than the currently annoying job that it is.
2. I am grateful for blogging. It is a great way to keep up with friends as well as keep up with my life. My journal, so to speak. It is much easier to post our family experiences as well as my personal thoughts and feelings than writing it all down. Don't get me wrong, I still occasionally like writing in my journal, but this just feels right, for now.
3. I am grateful for new recipes to try when I get in the mood to bake or make a cool, new treat. The little boys and I tried a new, easy cheesecake recipe that I found here. Loved it. And super simple.
2. I am grateful for blogging. It is a great way to keep up with friends as well as keep up with my life. My journal, so to speak. It is much easier to post our family experiences as well as my personal thoughts and feelings than writing it all down. Don't get me wrong, I still occasionally like writing in my journal, but this just feels right, for now.
3. I am grateful for new recipes to try when I get in the mood to bake or make a cool, new treat. The little boys and I tried a new, easy cheesecake recipe that I found here. Loved it. And super simple.
Easy Cheesecake
Ingredients:
1 graham cracker pie crust
8 oz. soft cream cheese
1/3 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sour cream
8 oz. Cool Whip, slightly thawed
1. Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar and mix well. Add sour cream and vanilla, mix well. Fold in Cool Whip.
2. Spoon into pie crust and chill for 4 hours.
Attitude of Gratitude 17
1. I am grateful for the ability to think for myself. The ability to feel for myself. To come up with ideas and thoughts and plans that I want to do.
2. I am grateful for a Crock Pot and the ability to have dinner ready by 8:30 am. No thinking about it for the rest of the day. Just eat when ready!
3. I am grateful for music and for playlist that allows you to look up and listen to whatever music you want. You can create your own playlists to listen to over and over. Love it! Love that the kids also love it and look up, listen to and sing all kinds and genres of music.
2. I am grateful for a Crock Pot and the ability to have dinner ready by 8:30 am. No thinking about it for the rest of the day. Just eat when ready!
3. I am grateful for music and for playlist that allows you to look up and listen to whatever music you want. You can create your own playlists to listen to over and over. Love it! Love that the kids also love it and look up, listen to and sing all kinds and genres of music.
Attitude of Gratitude 16
1. I am grateful for fun shows that just make me happy inside. Shows that let me escape and just enjoy something different, such as "Glee".
2. I am grateful that we had such great weather for the State Championship football game on Saturday. It was perfect weather. Great game, even though they didn't win. What a great season Springville had. We (as a town) are proud of them for getting so far!
3. I am grateful that I can have a day today to catch up on my Gratitude posts. I've really gotten behind and it's not because I'm not grateful. Just been busy. I will really try to stay on top of it this next couple weeks. Love being grateful for so many things.
2. I am grateful that we had such great weather for the State Championship football game on Saturday. It was perfect weather. Great game, even though they didn't win. What a great season Springville had. We (as a town) are proud of them for getting so far!
3. I am grateful that I can have a day today to catch up on my Gratitude posts. I've really gotten behind and it's not because I'm not grateful. Just been busy. I will really try to stay on top of it this next couple weeks. Love being grateful for so many things.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 15
1. I am grateful that my kids love to play with their cousins--on both sides. I'm so glad that they have cousin "friends" their same age.
2. I am grateful I live in a state with beautiful mountains surrounding the valley. When we lived out of state, my sense of direction was so messed up without the mountains to ground me. There's just something about those mountains that says, "Home."
3. I am grateful for Football. Especially when you can claim a team. It just makes me happy inside to watch and cheer for my favorite teams or players-all the way from Flag Football, to High School, to NCAA to NFL. Love it!
2. I am grateful I live in a state with beautiful mountains surrounding the valley. When we lived out of state, my sense of direction was so messed up without the mountains to ground me. There's just something about those mountains that says, "Home."
3. I am grateful for Football. Especially when you can claim a team. It just makes me happy inside to watch and cheer for my favorite teams or players-all the way from Flag Football, to High School, to NCAA to NFL. Love it!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
New Moon Preview!
Ha! Yes it is only 11:00 pm and I just got home from New Moon! Yep, you heard right. I went to a special showing of New Moon for IHC employees at 8pm tonight. I had won tickets and took one of my sisters. It was still cheesy at times but much, much better than the first. I really liked it! And, even though I am definitely (and will always be) an Edward gal, Jacob was HOT in this movie! I considered briefly changing sides --just momentarily, but wow! Just had to say that. And for those of you on "Team Jacob", you will LOVE this movie! That's all I'm saying.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 14
1. I am grateful to have a day with absolutely NOTHING to do but stay inside where it's nice and warm and watch football. I love that the snow can't get me down. It's nice to look at...from inside my house!
2. I am grateful I was able to sort through and clean out my closet...and more importantly that I have enough clothes to actually sort through and get rid of. I'm grateful I can take my unneeded items to the DI so someone else can benefit from them.
3. I am grateful for pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. They are delicious and easy to make! Yum!
2. I am grateful I was able to sort through and clean out my closet...and more importantly that I have enough clothes to actually sort through and get rid of. I'm grateful I can take my unneeded items to the DI so someone else can benefit from them.
3. I am grateful for pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. They are delicious and easy to make! Yum!
Attitude of Gratitude Day 13
1. I am grateful to live in an area that has four seasons. As much as I hate winter and the cold, I do love the beauty of it and love how it makes Spring that much more welcomed when it finally arrives. And Christmas just isn't Christmas without snow!
2. I am grateful to have a roof over my head. And even though it may not be my dream home, it has potential, and it's a home! There's nothing better than having a nice, warm house to come home to.
3. I'm grateful to have a few days where I actually get in a cleaning and organizing mood. It doesn't happen very often (I'm usually so tired), but when it does, it just feels nice.
2. I am grateful to have a roof over my head. And even though it may not be my dream home, it has potential, and it's a home! There's nothing better than having a nice, warm house to come home to.
3. I'm grateful to have a few days where I actually get in a cleaning and organizing mood. It doesn't happen very often (I'm usually so tired), but when it does, it just feels nice.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 12
1. I am grateful that I got to go watch the Semi-Finals in the High School State Playoffs. And that my Springville Red Devils won and are going to the State Championship game next Friday! It is so fun to see them doing well. First time in 24 years! Go you Mighty Red Devils!
2. I am grateful that I have the next few days off so I can catch up on life and spend some time with my boys. Sometimes you just need to have time to chill.
3. I am grateful for the beautiful fall colors and the rain that we received today. I love rain. Love the smell of rain. Love that you can just get cozy in a blanket and listen to the falling raindrops outside your window.
2. I am grateful that I have the next few days off so I can catch up on life and spend some time with my boys. Sometimes you just need to have time to chill.
3. I am grateful for the beautiful fall colors and the rain that we received today. I love rain. Love the smell of rain. Love that you can just get cozy in a blanket and listen to the falling raindrops outside your window.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 11
1. I am grateful for a heart that feels joy AND pain. It's nice to feel something. Something is better than nothing. I'm glad I can choose my feelings and how I will react to a situation just by changing my attitude or looking deeper into myself.
2. I am grateful for the use of my arms and legs. My foot was hurting for a few days, and it made me realize that even though I don't LOVE to run, I LOVE being able to run if I feel like it. I love to have the freedom to use my body as I choose without limitations. Getting older is hard on your body, and I am grateful to still feel pretty good most days!
3. I am grateful for silly Peyton. He is fun to talk to and will always be my baby. I love that he has a GREAT sense of humor and can make anyone laugh. He likes to tease his brothers, but he sure livens things up!
2. I am grateful for the use of my arms and legs. My foot was hurting for a few days, and it made me realize that even though I don't LOVE to run, I LOVE being able to run if I feel like it. I love to have the freedom to use my body as I choose without limitations. Getting older is hard on your body, and I am grateful to still feel pretty good most days!
3. I am grateful for silly Peyton. He is fun to talk to and will always be my baby. I love that he has a GREAT sense of humor and can make anyone laugh. He likes to tease his brothers, but he sure livens things up!
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 10
1. I am grateful that I have a decent job that helps to support my family. I am grateful that I listened to that prompting to go back to school when I did and that I chose a profession that is always needed-Nurses. (Especially in Labor & Delivery). People are still having babies. I love that I am good at my job and hope I continue to get better.
2. I am grateful for the "Thank You Holiday" bonus that I just found out I am getting at work! It will help with Christmas a bit.
3. I am grateful for TiVo so I can watch TV shows later with my family and I don't miss out just because I'm working nights. I love that my family all loves to sit down and watch shows together.
2. I am grateful for the "Thank You Holiday" bonus that I just found out I am getting at work! It will help with Christmas a bit.
3. I am grateful for TiVo so I can watch TV shows later with my family and I don't miss out just because I'm working nights. I love that my family all loves to sit down and watch shows together.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 9
I've been working, and missed a few days (which I've promised myself I will catch up on), but here are my three "joys" today.
1. I am grateful for the DI (or any second-hand store) where I can feed my book addiction for a fraction of the price. The boys also like going and browsing, but today, I went alone. It was great to just browse at my own speed and look at what I wanted to look at. Got some great shoes for only $6 which are super cute (will try to post a picture later), and several books. (Shhh, don't tell my hubby!)
2. I am grateful for the words and more importantly the meaning of "I'm sorry." I'm grateful that we are able to forgive each other and try just a little harder to be better.
3. I am grateful to have a night off and to be able to relax with my family watching some TV .
1. I am grateful for the DI (or any second-hand store) where I can feed my book addiction for a fraction of the price. The boys also like going and browsing, but today, I went alone. It was great to just browse at my own speed and look at what I wanted to look at. Got some great shoes for only $6 which are super cute (will try to post a picture later), and several books. (Shhh, don't tell my hubby!)
2. I am grateful for the words and more importantly the meaning of "I'm sorry." I'm grateful that we are able to forgive each other and try just a little harder to be better.
3. I am grateful to have a night off and to be able to relax with my family watching some TV .
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 8
1. I'm grateful that for the first time in a long time I don't feel like I'm living "paycheck to paycheck". Don't get me wrong, we still have some debt, but it's nice to know that even in this economy, we're ok.
2. I am grateful for Kade. At fourteen, he is already such an entreprenuer. If he wants something, he will find a way to earn the money to go buy it. He knows what he wants and is not afraid to go out and get it. He is smart and I know he WILL be successful. I love that he likes to read! AND I love that he has chosen this week to FINALLY clean up his room! :)
3. I'm grateful for a sister that I can talk to that just "gets me" (I have a few). But today I am grateful that April and I are on the same page most of the time. Both being nurses and working graveyards, we just have a similar life --except she is super woman and super mom, but that aside, it's nice to be able to chat.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 7
1. I'm grateful for Tanner. At 17, he is so perceptive and kind and understanding. He knows when I am upset and always gives me a kiss on the cheek and tells me that he loves me. What teenage boy does that? I feel like we can talk about anything and feel like he is totally honest with me. He's smart, athletic and just an all around good kid. Love my teenagers.
3. I am grateful for Dawson. He always likes to hang out with Mom or Dad. He is smart and talented and likes to have fun. He always has a mischievous smile on his face. He always wants to play games or sports and tries to recruit anyone he can to play as well.
2. I'm grateful for being able to sleep in. Whether I work the night before or not, I am able to sleep because all my boys are in full-time school. I love that they get themselves up and ready. Even the little ones. Since graveyard shift just messes me up all around, I'm grateful that this is one less stress in my life.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 6
1. And just a few more simple things that bring me joy:
...When my boys tell me they love me.
2. ...Fat juicy veins to start an IV in. (The nurse in me)
3. ...Going out to dinner at any restaurant, especially PF Chang's (lettuce wraps-Yum!)
...When my boys tell me they love me.
2. ...Fat juicy veins to start an IV in. (The nurse in me)
3. ...Going out to dinner at any restaurant, especially PF Chang's (lettuce wraps-Yum!)
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 5
1. More simple things that bring me joy:
...Clean sheets on my bed.
2. ...French Toast with maple syrup.
3. ...Baking powder biscuits dipped in hot chocolate.
...Clean sheets on my bed.
2. ...French Toast with maple syrup.
3. ...Baking powder biscuits dipped in hot chocolate.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 4
1. I am grateful for the simple things that truly bring me joy;
...Hot cocoa on a cold day.
2. ...Warm clothes out of the dryer--and even more when the little boys want to cuddle and hide in the warm clothes out of the dryer.
3. ...Clean clothes that smell "Snuggly" fresh.
...Hot cocoa on a cold day.
2. ...Warm clothes out of the dryer--and even more when the little boys want to cuddle and hide in the warm clothes out of the dryer.
3. ...Clean clothes that smell "Snuggly" fresh.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 3
Wow, today I'm feeling pretty crappy and down. All the more reason to be grateful, right? So here are some simple things that bring me joy.
1. I am grateful for hair color that helps take away the gray. I'm way too young for gray hair anyway, so it's not really cheating, right?
2. I am grateful for these last few warm days allowing me to get the garden cleared out before the cold and snow hit.
3. I am grateful that I don't always feel this melancholy. How depressing and hopeless would it be to not truly believe that better days lie ahead. I know I bring this emotional low on myself, and really it's nothing major--just one of those days, ya know?
1. I am grateful for hair color that helps take away the gray. I'm way too young for gray hair anyway, so it's not really cheating, right?
2. I am grateful for these last few warm days allowing me to get the garden cleared out before the cold and snow hit.
3. I am grateful that I don't always feel this melancholy. How depressing and hopeless would it be to not truly believe that better days lie ahead. I know I bring this emotional low on myself, and really it's nothing major--just one of those days, ya know?
Monday, November 2, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude Day 2
1. I am grateful for a sister-in-law that is always available. She is amazing and selfless. She was willing to cut Peyton's hair on Halloween just so he would look like Spock. Then at a moment's notice, she cut it again today into a more "normal" hair cut. She stays busy, stays fit, keeps her house clean, volunteers in the PTA, teaches RS, is everything to her kiddos, and still manages to ALWAYS think of others. I love just chatting with her and feel we have a special connection. Thanks Jen. Love ya!
2. I am grateful for modern technology. More specifically, computers and cell phones. The ability to look up and print ANYTHING. The ability to immediately talk to friends and family through phone, text, email, etc. Having the whole world's knowledge at my fingertips. I love being able to create my own playlists that allow me to listen to ANY combination of music I want while cleaning, running or just hanging out. I love having a cell phone available for emergencies and that my kids are able to call me whenever, wherever.
3. I am grateful for food. I love eating. Love being able to cook or buy food. Love that my family is not going hungry. Love that there are things my kids can fix themselves. Love that I am NOT picky and like most foods. Love that I have a pretty good metabolism that allows me to eat lots of different kinds of foods. Love that I can try new recipes if I feel like it. Love even more when others do the cooking, and I just do the eating!
2. I am grateful for modern technology. More specifically, computers and cell phones. The ability to look up and print ANYTHING. The ability to immediately talk to friends and family through phone, text, email, etc. Having the whole world's knowledge at my fingertips. I love being able to create my own playlists that allow me to listen to ANY combination of music I want while cleaning, running or just hanging out. I love having a cell phone available for emergencies and that my kids are able to call me whenever, wherever.
3. I am grateful for food. I love eating. Love being able to cook or buy food. Love that my family is not going hungry. Love that there are things my kids can fix themselves. Love that I am NOT picky and like most foods. Love that I have a pretty good metabolism that allows me to eat lots of different kinds of foods. Love that I can try new recipes if I feel like it. Love even more when others do the cooking, and I just do the eating!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Attitude of Gratitude 2009
What a great idea! My friend Hannah is trying this. I thought I would play along. Sometimes when you are feeling down or overwhelmed it's easy to focus on the bad. I think lately that has been my problem. I just can't seem to get out of this slump. Hopefully this will help. I used to tell my YW group that no matter how depressed, sad, upset, lonely, frustrated, overwhelmed or mad you get at life, if you can write in your journal one thing each day that brings you joy, you can get up and move on. So taking my own advice, AND following Hannah's lead, I will post 3 things each day in November (in no particular order of importance--just what I am feeling that day) that I am grateful for (or even more simply--that bring me joy!)
1. I am grateful for Fall. I love everything about it. The chill in the air. The beautiful leaves. Football. Pulling out the sweaters and sweatshirts. Cuddling up in a blanket. Hot chocolate. Slippers. And did I mention football?
2. I am grateful for my kids. I know... a little cliche. But really, through the frustrations and tantrums and fights (all boys), I can't imagine my life without them. Even though at times I'm not a great mom, I hope I've taught them enough to go out and meet the world and life head on.
3. I am grateful for books. I love reading. I love escaping in a great book. I love all kinds of books. In fact, I sort of have an addiction (I probably need help). I love buying books. I love feeling the books. I love thinking about the books. I love looking for more books to buy. I have so many books on my shelves that I still haven't read because I just keep buying them. I guess if you are going to have an addiction, books might be an okay addiction to have, right? Yes, I am justifying.
1. I am grateful for Fall. I love everything about it. The chill in the air. The beautiful leaves. Football. Pulling out the sweaters and sweatshirts. Cuddling up in a blanket. Hot chocolate. Slippers. And did I mention football?
2. I am grateful for my kids. I know... a little cliche. But really, through the frustrations and tantrums and fights (all boys), I can't imagine my life without them. Even though at times I'm not a great mom, I hope I've taught them enough to go out and meet the world and life head on.
3. I am grateful for books. I love reading. I love escaping in a great book. I love all kinds of books. In fact, I sort of have an addiction (I probably need help). I love buying books. I love feeling the books. I love thinking about the books. I love looking for more books to buy. I have so many books on my shelves that I still haven't read because I just keep buying them. I guess if you are going to have an addiction, books might be an okay addiction to have, right? Yes, I am justifying.
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