I Am Grateful…

by | Jan 27, 2019 | All of Us, Blogging Life, Gratitude, Redefining Perfect

So much has happened, yet so little. There’s much to be grateful for, both big and little…

I am grateful…

Our Christmas tree is down and put away.

Molly is going out with friends to ball games.

Erik got a call from a company in Florida after sending a mere THREE resumes.

For friends that always have my back.

That we are in a good enough place that we could send a little help to a furloughed family I know.

For the light in the darkness – the outpouring of love and support that shines out through the hate in the world right now.

That I’ve written words again.

For the world of blogging that has reappeared in my life.

That this cold is finally passing me by so I can workout again.

That we are free of the burden of the old car finally (thanks, oldest child for taking care of it.)

That I…I am now the parent of a full-fledged adult. Denver is now 21 years old. (Gratitude and feeling very old)

For overtime and pretty paychecks.

For creativity.

For a husband that supports me even when I think maybe I’ve gone off the deep end sometimes.

For anti-depressants.

For every single sunrise.

I Am Grateful…

by | Jan 13, 2019 | All About Me, All of Us, Blogging Life, Gratitude, Redefining Perfect

As part of my Oola journey, I’m making an effort to be more grateful.  My daily planner has a place specifically labeled for Gratitude. I’d like to spread some of that love here, too.

I am grateful for –

Our plans to move to Florida, which helped me kick the smoking habit FINALLY (2 months smoke-free!)

My husband – who not only pushes me to do better…but to love myself more.

My son – who makes regular efforts to speak to his mother, even though he’s 1,000 miles away.

My finished afghan – it took me months to make, and it’s beautiful, and I hope I sell it soon.

My girls – wacky and dark and obnoxious and so many things…but most of all still so very sweet and loving.

Learning to set boundaries.

Freedom from toxicity.

Growing a pair.

Love.

Pets.

The moon.