Daily: Reflect on at least 5 things for which I'm grateful (Happiness Manifesto #2)

I’m grateful

1) for a wonderful lunch with C today. While it doesn’t happen very often, it’s always great catching up with her.
2) that today is my Friday and tomorrow I leave for a “mini vacation” for a friend’s wedding out of state.
3) for helpful 43Thingers (is that a good way of phrasing it?!). Thank you!
4) to be alive, healthy and feeling well! That’s worth more than any stock on the Dow, no matter what the market’s like. :D
5) for gorgeous weather.

I’m grateful

1) for a tasty, company provided lunch. How nice!
2) that although we didn’t win our softball game last night, we played really well.
3) that tomorrow is my Friday.
4) for women’s suffrage. I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to make my voice heard.
5) for steady income, however it takes shape in my life.
6) for the ability to pay my bills and by doing so, put food on the tables of others.
7) for the beautiful, mild, breezy weather.
8) for the ability to evoke a smile or laugh.

I’m grateful

1) for a nice, unplanned lunch with the ladies today.
2) that despite having trouble falling asleep last night and (finally) sleeping horribly, I’m getting through the day.
3) that the weather is gorgeous outside.
4) for a message even though things feel a bit odd right now.
5) for Iggy and the way he licked my face so lovingly last night. Amazing how dogs just know and are so willing to give of themselves. We people still have so much to learn.

In no particular order, I’m so grateful

1) that Monday has already begun.
2) for a 4 day workweek (I’m taking Friday off to travel for a friend’s wedding!).
3) for a fantastic Photoshop class on Thursday and Friday. I learned so much. The more I learn the more I want to learn. So cool. :)
4) for great phone conversations with D this weekend, making me even more hopeful. He’s been more attentive and has been doing a lot of good thinking and figuring. Hmmm…could it be?
5) for a good night’s sleep last night, even though it took me a while to fall asleep.
6) to get to work so much earlier this morning!
7) for the chance to watch the clouds blow by quickly last night over (under) a nearly full moon. So beautiful.
8) for more clarity gained from reading the Bible lesson and yesterday’s church service.
9) for the love of God, my family and friends.
10) for simple joy.
11) for wonderful, warm memories and for the opportunity to make more. :)
12) for the amazing-smelling air freshener I picked up on Friday. The aroma of Pumpkin Spice is making my home feel even cozier for fall. :)
13) for the nice couple at Lowe’s yesterday who let me go ahead of them in line because I only had 2 items.
14) for friendly salespeople who I’ve encountered at various stores recently. Your positive attitudes definitely make me want to return and tell other people!
15) for so much love and beauty in my life.

I’m so, so grateful.

I’m grateful

1) that today is Wednesday.
2) for the Photoshop classes I get to take tomorrow and Friday! :) What a treat!
3) for a nice dinner with K last night. It was nice to catch up.
4) for a good night’s sleep. It’s always a good sign when I find myself drifting off on the couch…makes me even more happy to go to bed.
5) that I noticed a skirt in my closet today that I haven’t worn in I-don’t-know-how-long and decided to try it this morning. Surprisingly, it still fits, is in good shape and looks nice. And now I have the perfect top to wear it with. Makes me feel good to get more use out of and enjoy something I’ve already invested in. :)
6) for classic, basic wardrobe pieces.
7) for each day I’m able to take care of myself.
8) for a good cup of coffee this morning. Taking a little time off was good – I’ve missed you, old friend. :)
9) for the way Iggy rests his head on my legs before he drifts off to sleep. So sweet and comforting.
10) for any time with my parents and grandmother, whether in person or on the phone.
11) for flip-flops.
12) to have so much to be grateful for each day.

I’m grateful

1) to have what I need.
2) for the chance to see K tonight! It will be so nice to catch up!
3) for the anticipation of the great meal we will have tonight!
4) for D’s sweetness and laughter. And for the way things seem increasingly right between us. Here’s to a continuation of that. :)
5) that Mom is able to relax today and is feeling better.
6) to have travel plans set for both weddings within the next several weeks.
7) for Sunday’s episodes of “Bridezillas”. Thanks for putting me even more in favor of eloping. ;)
8) for shows like “Jon and Kate Plus Eight” and “17 Kids and Counting”. They seem like very nice families, but I’m now convinced that when it’s my turn, if I can’t say all of my children’s names in one breath, it’s time to stop. :)

I’m grateful

1) for a weekend without obligation, to rest and build up my strength.
2) for hope and possibility.
3) for nice comments. Thank you for making me smile!
4) that Monday has already begun and the week is underway.
5) for spiritual insight.

I’m grateful

1) that today is Friday and the weekend is close.
2) to knock a few more items off my “to do” list.
3) for those who appreciate me with all my eccentricities.
4) for music that makes me smile and feel happy.
5) for faith that everything will work out well.
6) for slow, peaceful, simple days.
7) for expressions of love.
8) for the sunshine…and, come to think of it…for the rain, too.

I’m grateful

1) for whoever came up with the act of giving thanks.
2) for the little church group that I’ve been joining and the love, support and growth demonstrated.
3) for my hot tea with honey and oatmeal bar this morning.
4) for the thoughtfulness of a team member who is giving a group of us a site tour today.
5) for reciprocal friendship that can be trusted. Swapped house keys for “emergency” situations, checking on each other’s pets, picking one another up if there’s car trouble, etc. So rare, yet so nice.

I’m grateful

1) to wake up this morning. Always a good start. ;)
2) for the way my mother does little thoughtful things and makes me still feel “taken care of”.
3) for possibility and hope.
4) for sufficiency.
5) for the comfort and strength of home. I’m grateful for the warmth, hospitality, kindness, coziness, good food and smells, joy, laughter, memories, and support that are often found in homes. While I’m grateful for my house itself, I know that these qualities live far beyond any single structure.
6) for homegrown fruits and vegetables to feed my family and friends. (I really need to spend more time in my garden and give it more of the nurturing it deserves.)