Saturday...
Obviously I'm having a hard time coming up with five things, I need to be more aware...
A good morning with John. Up and about, we went to breakfast together.
Grateful for our Saturday plans. Headed to Atchison for a haunted trolley tour. And very happy that included a stop at Nell Hill's!
And we really enjoyed the architecture and what was left of the fall foliage. Very relaxing afternoon.
Headed to St. Joseph for dinner. So happy Kristi and Shawn joined us!
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Day 10
Friday, Oct. 29th...
Was fortunate Mom and Dad could come over for a quick dinner before the WTCT show. And they enjoyed dinner.
So lucky we also got to see our friend Becky! She moved to Oklahoma and was up here for a football game. We went over to Robin and Scott's for some drinks and laughed and talked for hours.
Thankful for my friend Julie. We work at the same place but rarely get to talk anymore. Had a great midday conversation.
Was fortunate Mom and Dad could come over for a quick dinner before the WTCT show. And they enjoyed dinner.
So lucky we also got to see our friend Becky! She moved to Oklahoma and was up here for a football game. We went over to Robin and Scott's for some drinks and laughed and talked for hours.
Thankful for my friend Julie. We work at the same place but rarely get to talk anymore. Had a great midday conversation.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Day 9
Yesterday...
Grateful to have some us time, John and I spent the evening in each other's company. Just having dinner and running errands.
I'm grateful for our warm and cozy home. It's starting to get colder and we had to turn the heat on.
We are seeing WTCT Players on Friday night and Mom took care of our tickets...she's very sweet like that!
Looked at our Halloween decorations set up over the house, I love decorating for the holidays!
Grateful to have some us time, John and I spent the evening in each other's company. Just having dinner and running errands.
I'm grateful for our warm and cozy home. It's starting to get colder and we had to turn the heat on.
We are seeing WTCT Players on Friday night and Mom took care of our tickets...she's very sweet like that!
Looked at our Halloween decorations set up over the house, I love decorating for the holidays!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Day 8
Too tired to get on the computer last night, here are my thoughts for Wednesday the 27th...
Grateful for remaining clearheaded and calm at work. Lots going on! I just took a deep breath and tackled it.
And grateful for appreciation shown by others at work. It made it easier to plow through.
I've been listening to Coffee Break Spanish podcasts and feel like I am making progress. So thankful that this resource is out there and free for all!
Got together with friends to watch a movie. Javier cooked dinner for us and it was delicious. I really enjoyed eating a dinner prepared by someone else...not in a restaurant...in someone's home. He took the time to feed us well. So grateful!
And driving home, John pointed out the big, beautiful, amber moon. I forget to look up sometimes, I'm glad he notices things like this and shares them with me. Love.
Grateful for remaining clearheaded and calm at work. Lots going on! I just took a deep breath and tackled it.
And grateful for appreciation shown by others at work. It made it easier to plow through.
I've been listening to Coffee Break Spanish podcasts and feel like I am making progress. So thankful that this resource is out there and free for all!
Got together with friends to watch a movie. Javier cooked dinner for us and it was delicious. I really enjoyed eating a dinner prepared by someone else...not in a restaurant...in someone's home. He took the time to feed us well. So grateful!
And driving home, John pointed out the big, beautiful, amber moon. I forget to look up sometimes, I'm glad he notices things like this and shares them with me. Love.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Day 7
I prayed last night for the first time in a while, a nice, long prayer. And I felt His presence today. So grateful for it!
It's always nice when you have all the ingredients you already need to make dinner at home. It makes me feel like I've accomplished something.
Working with the same person for 5 years can be difficult. But today I worked hard at getting along. It paid off nicely!
I'm grateful for the makings of hot chocolate. Just what I needed...a little skim milk, some cocoa, some splenda and a spoonful of that sinful Williams-Sonoma chocolate.
Lastly, I had some bad news again today. A man that worked in our cafeteria took his own life recently. We'd been missing seeing him upstairs and had heard that he'd had some health issues and wasn't coming into work...no calls, nothing. Apparently, he was very sick with cancer. So today, I am grateful for my health, for the gift of life. We'll miss you, Todd.
It's always nice when you have all the ingredients you already need to make dinner at home. It makes me feel like I've accomplished something.
Working with the same person for 5 years can be difficult. But today I worked hard at getting along. It paid off nicely!
I'm grateful for the makings of hot chocolate. Just what I needed...a little skim milk, some cocoa, some splenda and a spoonful of that sinful Williams-Sonoma chocolate.
Lastly, I had some bad news again today. A man that worked in our cafeteria took his own life recently. We'd been missing seeing him upstairs and had heard that he'd had some health issues and wasn't coming into work...no calls, nothing. Apparently, he was very sick with cancer. So today, I am grateful for my health, for the gift of life. We'll miss you, Todd.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Day 6
It's been especially difficult today to count my blessings...I was just in a lousy mood.
I was happy to put on my cotton yellow jacket today. I'd forgotten about it but spotted it in my closet this morning. I don't have a lot of clothes that I just love, that make me feel good when I wear them...but this jacket does.
And I'm always grateful for a good hair day. I have been trying for quite some time to wash my hair every other day and sometimes "every other day" my hair looks just okay. But today it all worked!
We had some disappointing news from a family member. I listened to my husband have some difficult conversations with his siblings and I am grateful that they have each other and work at having a good relationship with one another.
I'm grateful for my old pink flannel nightgown. After lousy days it's comforting to throw on.
And I'm grateful for my husband and his dedication to his role as the "garbage man". Every Monday night he gathers it all up and takes it out to the curb. My job is to make sure I don't hit the can as I reverse out of the driveway in the morning!
I was happy to put on my cotton yellow jacket today. I'd forgotten about it but spotted it in my closet this morning. I don't have a lot of clothes that I just love, that make me feel good when I wear them...but this jacket does.
And I'm always grateful for a good hair day. I have been trying for quite some time to wash my hair every other day and sometimes "every other day" my hair looks just okay. But today it all worked!
We had some disappointing news from a family member. I listened to my husband have some difficult conversations with his siblings and I am grateful that they have each other and work at having a good relationship with one another.
I'm grateful for my old pink flannel nightgown. After lousy days it's comforting to throw on.
And I'm grateful for my husband and his dedication to his role as the "garbage man". Every Monday night he gathers it all up and takes it out to the curb. My job is to make sure I don't hit the can as I reverse out of the driveway in the morning!
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Day 5
This morning I was grateful for a few extra hours of sleep! It's getting close to winter and I seem to need extra sleep.
We left to go to the lake today and I was thankful John didn't mind my running late, he probably expected it.
I am grateful for the beautiful weather today, we spent time with family outdoors and it was a perfect day for it.
I'm grateful tomorrow is jeans day because I did no laundry this weekend and this makes it easier to find something to wear!
And I'm grateful for Sidney's purr, it is one of my favorite sounds. He's resting in my arms right now and he is too sweet.
We left to go to the lake today and I was thankful John didn't mind my running late, he probably expected it.
I am grateful for the beautiful weather today, we spent time with family outdoors and it was a perfect day for it.
I'm grateful tomorrow is jeans day because I did no laundry this weekend and this makes it easier to find something to wear!
And I'm grateful for Sidney's purr, it is one of my favorite sounds. He's resting in my arms right now and he is too sweet.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Day 4
Today I'm grateful that we got up early to get our spot for tailgating Washburn's homecoming game.
I'm grateful that because of John's election to the Alumni Association board of directors, we got to go to a reception at halftime. It was pretty cool!
I'm also so grateful that we've become good friends with people like Robin & Scott, John Y. & Amber. I can't imagine not knowing them!
It's funny, these are all related to football---I'm so glad that it didn't rain on us at the game!
And while John slept after the game, I spent a few hours with my mom. We did a little shopping and just enjoyed each other's company.
I'm grateful that because of John's election to the Alumni Association board of directors, we got to go to a reception at halftime. It was pretty cool!
I'm also so grateful that we've become good friends with people like Robin & Scott, John Y. & Amber. I can't imagine not knowing them!
It's funny, these are all related to football---I'm so glad that it didn't rain on us at the game!
And while John slept after the game, I spent a few hours with my mom. We did a little shopping and just enjoyed each other's company.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Day 3
I got to see a lovely sunrise as I drove into work this morning. I just looked up and there it was, the prettiest shades of blue and orange with long, sleek white clouds streaking through it.
And as I drove home for lunch I loved seeing the falling leaves on Avalon Lane. Let me be grateful for them today, until they become a nuisance.
I know I probably shop too much as it is, but I'm so glad I saw that the white pagoda figurines at Z Gallerie were on clearance! They will look lovely on our dresser.
Tonight was After Hours at Washburn. I enjoyed seeing everyone and relaxing over a few drinks. I'm lucky to have them in my life!
And lastly, I'm grateful for a comfy bed to fall into tonight. I'm sleepy!
And as I drove home for lunch I loved seeing the falling leaves on Avalon Lane. Let me be grateful for them today, until they become a nuisance.
I know I probably shop too much as it is, but I'm so glad I saw that the white pagoda figurines at Z Gallerie were on clearance! They will look lovely on our dresser.
Tonight was After Hours at Washburn. I enjoyed seeing everyone and relaxing over a few drinks. I'm lucky to have them in my life!
And lastly, I'm grateful for a comfy bed to fall into tonight. I'm sleepy!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Day 2
Today I am grateful for a nearby grocery store that I can go to over lunch and for a large fridge here at work where I can store the orange juice and milk for the afternoon.
And I am grateful that I took the time to read the labels and choose a quick lunch that is relatively healthy.
I am sooo glad that I finally found the version of "Chori Chori Gori" that I like so much on iTunes!
I have more energy today than I've had all week and for that I'm very grateful.
I am grateful for Thursday night television, for sitting on the sofa with John and laughing.
And I am grateful that I took the time to read the labels and choose a quick lunch that is relatively healthy.
I am sooo glad that I finally found the version of "Chori Chori Gori" that I like so much on iTunes!
I have more energy today than I've had all week and for that I'm very grateful.
I am grateful for Thursday night television, for sitting on the sofa with John and laughing.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Day 1
This is harder than I thought it would be! I read somewhere that each day's grateful thoughts should be unique, never to be repeated. I don't know if I'll be able to do that. I'll start simply...
I am grateful for the love of a good man. For my thoughtful, caring husband of 8 years that loves me unconditionally.
I am grateful for my sweet, old man cat Sidney. He's so affectionate and wants only to be near us.
I am grateful for comfy clothes to change into after a long day at work
I am grateful for a simple dinner cooked at home and for milk that hasn't spoiled.
I am grateful for the bundle of bittersweet sitting on top of our entertainment center. Five dollars well spent, it makes me happy every time I see it.
I am grateful for the love of a good man. For my thoughtful, caring husband of 8 years that loves me unconditionally.
I am grateful for my sweet, old man cat Sidney. He's so affectionate and wants only to be near us.
I am grateful for comfy clothes to change into after a long day at work
I am grateful for a simple dinner cooked at home and for milk that hasn't spoiled.
I am grateful for the bundle of bittersweet sitting on top of our entertainment center. Five dollars well spent, it makes me happy every time I see it.
The Beginning
As much as I want to be the carefee, happy, living in the moment kind of gal...I know that I am not. I define myself by the negatives. I can talk for hours about all the things I am not. And I'm tired of it. I'm tired of congratulating others while only thinking about what is lacking in my life. I'm tired of feeling sorry for myself. I know there is something wonderful in each and every day but I rarely take the time to discover it or acknowledge it.
I've heard for years now about "gratitude journals" and finding 5 things to be thankful for each day. But I didn't pay it much attention. I'm not sure how much stock I put into positive thinking or "harnessing the power of the universe". But why is this working for so many others? Why do I think it won't work for me? Why won't I at least try it?
So this is the beginning of The Gratitude Experiment. I will do my best to journal daily...listing my blessings, the events, people and things I am grateful for. If I am unable to get to this blog, I will write down my blessings and update the blog when I can. I will give this a year. And at the end of the year I will review how 12 months of gratitude has changed me, my life or my outlook.
I've heard for years now about "gratitude journals" and finding 5 things to be thankful for each day. But I didn't pay it much attention. I'm not sure how much stock I put into positive thinking or "harnessing the power of the universe". But why is this working for so many others? Why do I think it won't work for me? Why won't I at least try it?
So this is the beginning of The Gratitude Experiment. I will do my best to journal daily...listing my blessings, the events, people and things I am grateful for. If I am unable to get to this blog, I will write down my blessings and update the blog when I can. I will give this a year. And at the end of the year I will review how 12 months of gratitude has changed me, my life or my outlook.
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