As I sit, yet once again, savoring the momentary silence that signals that I am home alone, I find myself giddy with anticipation. It is Thanksgiving Eve, and I am more than ready to welcome back one of my favorite… Read More ›
Just One Thing Each Day
Changing myself and the world one day at a time and one good act of kindness at a time . . .
Gratitude-Quiet Time
‘Twas the night before the night before Thanksgiving, and all through the house, there were some creatures stirring, but thankfully, none were a mouse. With no school in session tomorrow, my two daughters are enjoying time with their friends, which… Read More ›
Gratitude-First Things First
As soon as my alarm went off this morning, my hand went up and hit the snooze button. While I lingered under the covers, I engaged in an internal dialogue, bemoaning the fact that it was Monday already. With each… Read More ›
Gratitude-Weathering Storms
Last night, as the songs and scenes from Bohemian Rhapsody swirled in my head, I was brought back to reality with what sounded like a very loud clap of thunder. Only it wasn’t thunder at all. Freezing rain and sleet had… Read More ›
Gratitude-Music, Movies, & Kindred Spirits
As wintry weather moved across the local area this evening, I was ensconced in the cozy, dark confines of a movie theater with my friend, Jennifer. We sat munching our popcorn, as our eyes feasted on the story of Queen… Read More ›
Gratitude-The Present
Sometimes, my mind feels like a tape recorder that is caught in a tug-o-war between rewind and fast forward. I either get sidetracked by a trip down memory lane or come off the rails by straining to look too far… Read More ›
Gratitude-Brain Food & Soul Food
Today’s gratitude blog is a departure from the previous ones, in that I am feeling grateful for what has yet to happen. It is a kind of anticipatory gratitude, as I cannot help but have a grateful heart when I… Read More ›
