Blame it on the rain. My gratitude for today was for the cool, windy, rainy weather. And the opportunity I had to go walking in it. I got my spouse to come out in it with me, and we both had out coat collars pulled up as we trudged up and over the I-5 freeway... Continue Reading →
Today I am particularly grateful for hot coffee, a day off from work, and some interesting new things to read. I recently got a copy of Dr. Viktor Frankl's book Man's Search for Meaning. Looking forward to reading it as it seems on point for the times, in some respects. Another thing I'm doing today... Continue Reading →
My gratitude for today is for my four children. I had no idea I would ever be a parent, but I am grateful and thankful for this, the "toughest job you'll ever love." Seeing them grow and think and become good, beautiful people is perhaps the best gift I have ever received in my life.... Continue Reading →
This morning we went for an early walk, the grass was iced over. The air was crisp. I thought about where I was feeling most grateful today. The answer came as my cheeks pinked up and breath came out in clouds of vapor. What has been uplifting, soothing, calming, and energizing in my life? What... Continue Reading →
It's Monday in the Valley and there's freeze warning until 9 AM. My cell phone tells me it's 34 degrees outside. This wouldn't be a big deal except that a week or so ago we were in the 80s. I guess California winter has arrived. Which brings me to my #gratitude for the morning. #Thankful... Continue Reading →
My #gratitude today is for the local public library. They've stocked me with books during this never-ending quarantine. I set a goal at the beginning of the year to read 52 books (1 a week) and I've surpassed the goal. Now at 60 books read. I'm pretty sure I'll keep adding to the number. AND,... Continue Reading →
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