Five days a week, I wake up before the sun does, partly by choice and partly out of necessity. I could catch a little more shuteye, but I prefer to workout before I get my daughter up for school and… Read More ›
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Complimentary
Words can either make or break someone’s day. I am grateful that one of my colleagues decided to share some kind words with me that absolutely made my day. Following a meeting, I received this message: Great to hear your… Read More ›
A Cup of Kindness
When I woke up this morning, I thought about my schedule at work and what household chores awaited me after work. As I continue to share some of my daily moments of gratitude, in preparation for, and anticipation of, Thanksgiving… Read More ›
Being Grateful is as Simple as ABC
Over the past decade, I have had occasional issues with waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to fall back asleep. It’s infrequent, but frustrating, especially when I already wake up early to exercise before… Read More ›
Let It Snow
Yesterday, I enjoyed a lunchtime walk amidst sunshine, temperatures in the low 60s, and a canvas of brightly covered leaves. Since fall is my favorite season, it was a blissful midday break, for which I was truly grateful. As the… Read More ›
Thank You for Your Service
Even though I definitely know what I am grateful for today, I find myself grappling with how to put that gratitude into words adequately. Perhaps, it is because it is impossible to thank our veterans for their service and sacrifice… Read More ›
Happy Birthday, USMC
When John and I met, we were nineteen years old and embarking on our second year of college. We became friends and bonded over common interests, such as football and music, and his sweet grin and sense of humor always… Read More ›
What a Difference a Day Makes
What a difference a day makes! Yesterday’s not so good day mercifully gave way to a better day today. In fact, it has been a good day, a really good day, already. Since I went to sleep feeling down in… Read More ›
One of Those Days
Have you ever had one of those days when yesterday’s worries greeted you upon waking up and accompanied you throughout the day? Have you ever had one of those days when it felt like everything was wrong, leaving you feeling… Read More ›
Just Add Water
Today’s moment of gratitude occurred as soon as I woke up and began my day on a good note. As I slowly stirred from my slumber, I detected the soft sound of rain falling outside of my window and on… Read More ›
