I actually needed this quote today. I am grateful I can do things for myself. I am grateful that I was raised to be an independent person. It has made me fiesta, I admit it. But, it has taught me that I can do anything I put my mind to. I am grateful "can do"… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 49
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Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 48
With the past 48 or so days of looking each day for the blessings (large and small) in my life I have increased my understanding of how God works miracles in our lives. First observation - People who love what they have are happy. They see the beauty in what the have. They keep life… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 48
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 47
Hmmm... Today I am grateful... P-day. Today is p-day and we get to chat with our missionary a little bit. She didn't write an email today, but I did get to chat a little on Google thing she can use. Bonus! I got a letter in snail mail too! The first day back from Christmas… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 47
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 45 and Day 46
Yesterday was another super busy day, starting at the crack of dawn and ending long after the sun went down. Things I found myself so grateful for yesterday: A job. It may have been a long day, but it was a good day doing the things I love to do. My friend bought my daughter… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 45 and Day 46
Developing the Attitude of Gratitude – Day 43 and Day 44
I am working on making this my motto. That is been how I've gotten through this week. Yesterday I wasn't home until late because of a job. At least I have a job. Today I am home late because of a job. At least my coughing is finally productive. I am now getting the grossest… Continue reading Developing the Attitude of Gratitude – Day 43 and Day 44
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 41
Okay, this is going to sound weird, but today I am grateful for onions. I've been sick since Sunday. Chest hurts. Coughing hurts. Head hurts. Been sleeping for days. My # 2 daughter suggested grinding up an onion and saran wrapping it to my chest. I forgot about that remedy. I used it a long… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 41
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 40
Today I am grateful I had the opportunity to take a 4 hour nap. I got the crud that my whole family got and have been in bed for the past two days. Today my body slept and I am hoping I sweat this bug out. I am thankful that I finished the Book of… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 40
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 38
Things I am grateful for today... ... a good couple hours of Lilli. ... clean sheets. ... the Sabbath is tomorrow. ... a quiet evening at home. ... a phone call from a friend. .. warm tea on a cold evening.
Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 33
I saw this on Facebook today and it seemed appropriate. Today was a busy day getting ready for family things and Christmas. Per tradition, I fell short. But I have decided the thought and the effort counts. Today, while I was at Walmart getting stocking stuffers, I cheerfully greeted the checkout clerk and thanked her… Continue reading Developing an Attitude of Gratitude – Day 33
Developing the Attitude of Gratitude – Day 32
I have attempted, within the bounds of my crazy busy schedule, to live by these thoughts throughout this Christmas season. I am thankful for the courage God grants me to keep friendships real and the courage He grants me to admit when I am in the wrong and to mend relationships that are bad. I… Continue reading Developing the Attitude of Gratitude – Day 32
