March 20, 2023
I am grateful for the good night of sleep I just had; I am grateful for warm bed I’m still tucked into as I write this; I am grateful for the the extra 30 minutes of sleep I’m about to get! #3things #gratitude #choosejoy
I am grateful for the able body that has allowed me to work in my yard for the last 3 days. It has been a long time since I have been able to get my hands dirty on my own little piece of heaven; I am grateful that I got to spend time with my two favorite, busy college students this past weekend – they bring me such peace and joy; I am grateful for the beautiful weather we have had these last few days. #choosejoy #3things #gratitude
Deep cleansing breath….I am grateful for time to myself to heal. My path is not straight but it is clear; I am grateful for time to slow down and breathe. Taking care of myself should be easy but over the years I forgot how; I am grateful for the love of family. Blood and otherwise – those who support me and love me unconditionally, accept me, and believe in me. Trust falling into my support as I heal over the years has been true Providence. #3things #choosejoy #gratitide
Little girl giggles and sweet baby curls; bright sunny days at the park; a drive home with windows wide open. #gratitude #3things #choosejoy
I am grateful for grandbabies, cathartic sobs, and a cool fresh breeze blowing a cross my face as I lift it to face the sky. #gratitude #choosejoy #3things
I am grateful to be able to witness a sunrise on the beach; I am grateful for the peace and rest that followed this picture; I am so grateful for good friends and our traditions. #choosejoy #gratitude #3things #girlsweekend
3 things: January 2, 2023
My first list of gratitude for 2023 overflows, so I decided to focus on the simple things.
I am grateful that 10 weeks after my move I finally have all of my socks put away off of the top of this dresser (and everything else, too…but the socks seemed to propagate each week).
I am grateful for the New Year’s Day fire I had in my backyard with my guy. A cleansing of sorts as I burned the last few boxes from my move into my new house. Appropriate timing I’d say.
I am grateful for the red granny boots I wore today. I have been actively searching for them for 10 weeks (since the move). I bought them in Austria this summer but still had never worn them due to the shredded ACL and the aforementioned misplacement. I didn’t even mind how squeaky they were all day with their rubber soles.
Perception is everything. Everything. Continue to find the joy where you can in 2023. Some of the things I learned in 2022 – happiness is a synonym for peace; serenity needs protection from invaders and thieves; never confuse peace for boredom – they are NOT the same thing.
#gratitude #3things #choosejoy #serenitynow
2022 – coats, hats, scarves….and giggles and games…and family, above all else, family.
#3things #choosejoy #gratitude
fields of poppies 