Wednesday, November 30, 2011

11/30/2011

today, I'm grateful for work perqs; warm clothes; my ability to run; email and girlfriends.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

11/29/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for a girlfriend that tells me there is no try, just do and the wisdom she imparts; for being asked to assist with an idea for a community service event and charity donation; for the ability to read a pattern; for hidden talents; for being me.

Monday, November 28, 2011

11/28/2011

today, I am grateful for beautiful blue skies and unseasonal temps; that Mak and Reese have an amazing relationship with their grandma; while it saddens me that they don't have the same kind of relationship with my dad, my sister, and my family, I'm so grateful that they know my family, love them and are able to strengthen their relationship via video-chat, texts and phone calls.  I'm grateful for Reese's generous spirit.  and for Mak's sensitivity. love my girls.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

11/27/2011

tonight, I'm grateful that Mak spent time with her little sister and they were able to play nicely; for having time to catch up on some reading; for quick, delicious recipes; for my faith; and for people in my world that are true and real.

Historical posts

11/26/2011

got home late and didn't do my grateful post...so for yesterday, I'm grateful for a morning spent shopping with my mother-in-law and my daughters; that D took the time to clean the downstairs (it looked awesome!!); for snuggle time with Reese; that my NOLES beat their state rival and became the state champs for the year; and that Mak is old enough, responsible and kind enough to watch her sister so I could spend an evening with D.

11/25/2011

grateful today that the majority of Christmas shopping is done; for leftovers; two hour catnaps; a hot shower; and especially the time spent with my WA family. missin my FL fam - will have to correct that SOON!

11/25/2011

since I do my grateful post just before I go to sleep, this is for Thursday lol! grateful for the opportunity to run with Mak, Reese and D; for a wonderful Thanksgiving meal; laughing til my belly hurt; shopping all night and that Thanksgiving and all festivities only happens once a year.

11/23/2011

so today, I am grateful for my home - because it's in a safe neighbourhood and I feel comfortable; a new colour for my toes since I've been sportin' pink and purple for almost 2 years; for quick thinking by D's fishing buddies that helped to bring him safely home; cooking with Mak and Reese; and the men and women that serve our country, especially those that won't be able to be at the table tomorrow with their loved ones. Happy Thanksgiving friends!

11/22/2011

today, I'm grateful for spudnuts for breakfast at work; that Mak had a good day at school; that D elevated an issue to the school super and protected our girls; that I was about to feel the booty shake as I ran and that I get to snuggle with Reese before going to sleep. nite friends :)

11/21/2011

today I am grateful for the things my mama and daddy taught me; that I have the opportunity to influence and instill those same values into my children; I'm grateful that I'm kind, sensitive, loving and fiercely protective; that D went to the grocery store and helped prepare dinner; and that we were able to catch up as a family at the dinner table. life is good ♥

11/20/2011

today I'm grateful that I got to sleep in; spend time with my mother-in-law; make cookies with the girls; witness Reese's uncontrolled laughter as she used D as her personal jungle gym; and the people in my world that let me know they love me just as I am and that I am an inspiration - wow. love ya'll ♥

11/19/2011

grateful for D driving me to the Holiday Open House in Benton City so I didn't have to drive in the snow; texting video of the snow and Reese to my daddy; hearing Reese say "I love you, sissy." and then hearing Mak say back to her, "I love you, too"; spending the afternoon with D watching football; and snuggling in my bed with my loves.

11/18/2011

tonight I'm grateful that my daycare lady makes accommodations so Reese can spend a full day at daycare while kindergarten is out for conferences; that Mak's demeanor seems to be changing and for the better; for kisses from D in front of Reese and the sneaky, perplexed looks she gives as a result; for her awesome laughter when she something tickles her and for how blessed we truly are. thank you, God, for taking care of me and mine.

11/17/2011

tonight I'm grateful that Reese got a gold star from the dentist - she was a model patient!!; that Mak confides in me; that D and I present a united front where it relates to our children; that I'm blessed with a manager that is understanding and supportive and that I was able to see Penny today.

11/16/2011

grateful today for my father-in-law for taking Mak to the dr; for an awesome kindergarten parent teacher conference for Reese; for dinner at our table with my loves; for the supporters of my "new" business venture; and that I am cared for and loved.

11/15/2011

I'm early with the grateful post today but since I have my 5 things, here goes: today, I am grateful for sweet morning chats with Reese and her sweet request: "Mommy, will you French braid my hair?"; for the nutrition class being provided at work; that we have inventions known as mirrors and I know how to look in them so I don't walk out of the house dressed in some horrendous outfit; for reward cards and free lunch; and for my amazing friends who posted a word using the first letter of their name that described me - lots of positive reinforcement today!

11/14/2011

tonight I'm grateful that I got to play dollies with Reese; for a coworker that brought me a box of tissue with lotion for my Rudolph-red nose; for an alternative path for Mak; for my self-reliant husband and for my warm, cozy house.

11/13/2011

grateful today for kleenex with lotion; that D drove while I was feeling yucky; that we had a safe and enjoyable trip; for my niece checkin on the dogs and our neighbours for watching our place; and that my little family was able to sit down together for dinner and catch up on the weekend.

11/12/2011

grateful today for laughing until my belly hurt and I had tears in my eyes; for fall foliage; for Reese's enjoyment of the outdoors; for a fun time shopping with the inlaws and extended family; and that Mak is having a good time with "new" friends.

11/12/2011

I didn't do my grateful post last night! oops! so ok - yesterday, I am grateful for a safe road
trip; shopping with my mother-in-law; dinner with Jan; having the opportunity to go with D to visit one of my husband's favourite places in this city; my two amazing girls. and especially for our veterans who fought for our freedom so I can enjoy all these things. life is good :)


11/10/2011

tonight, I'm grateful that I was able to witness Reese tie her shoes for the very first time and witness her excitement; for clean teeth and a good visit to the dentist; for a good talk with Mak; for a flexible job and for snuggles with Reese :)

11/9/2011

today I'm grateful for an amazing sister who is compassionate, empathetic, kind, and the lessons she unknowingly teaches me; for a coworker that does a Starbucks run before work and delivers; for amazing friendships that pick back up exactly where they left off, no matter the amount of time that has lapsed since we last connected; the village that provides wwyd input and helps raise the two cute blonde girls; and for quality time spent with my babies ♥

11/8/2011

tonight I'm grateful for a safe trip over to Seattle and back; the opportunity to get to know a coworker better; my upline director; a sweet text from D; and I'm ever so grateful for those cute little blonde girls that are headstrong, independent and seriously test my patience sometimes but are wonderful, loving and tucked in tight, sleeping peacefully right now.

11/7/2011

grateful today for my father-in-law taking Reese to the dr for her follow-up appt; for the opportunity to donate blood to the American Red Cross; for my fabulous friends and family; for snuggle time with my girls and that it's time for a good night's sleep.

11/6/2011

today, I'm grateful to be able to spend time with my mother-in-law, a somewhat lazy Sunday, a nap with Reese, FaceTime with Katie and study time with Mak.

11/5/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for sweet fb friends that, out of the blue, send such incredibly uplifting messages to me; for the amazing text I got from my sister; for the conversation I got to have with my sweet daddy; for the networking opportunity at the vendor party; and the celebration of a friend's birthday. life, my friends, is good.

11/4/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for lots of things: laughter, kindness, love, compassion...and the ability to run.

11/3/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for the opportunity to volunteer with Junior Achievement; for the amazing massage that provided relief to my achin' body; for Ngaouchay making time on short notice to get me in for a trim; for coming home to a clean house; and that I get to experience and know love.

11/2/2011

today, I'm grateful that D took the time to straighten the garage; for Campbell's Chunky Potato Soup for a fast dinner; for sweet lullabies hummed by Reese as she goes to sleep; for Mak, cause she's such a good kid, stubborn and all; and honestly, I'm grateful that I'm blessed. I'm just grateful ♥

11/1/2011

today I'm grateful for a manager at work that is understanding and flexible; for the relationship that I have with Mak's coach and our ability to work together to find the best sport for Mak this season; for sweet friends that out of the blue tell me something that I've done positively impacts them; for the opportunity to sit down with my family for dinner; and that extra Halloween candy only happens once a year haha!

10/31/2011

tonight I am grateful for the lunchtime chili feed with my co-workers; for the thoughtfulness of my co-worker's son and the treats he had her bring us; for the costume contest...that I won; for family traditions of trick-or-treating with the in-laws and dinner after; and for long soaks in a super hot bath.

10/30/2011

today, I am grateful for opportunity, ability, achievement, ice baths and pain meds!

10/29/2011

tonight I'm grateful for the opportunity to pamper a co-worker; that I was able to take my girls with me; for a spouse that signs up to run with me so I don't have to go it alone; for my hot pink compression socks; and for arm-chair docs prescribing remedies for sore throat that seemed to help. It was a good day :)

10/28/2011

tonight, I am grateful for girl time in the morning with my baby girl; girl time in the afternoon with my big girl; family time in the evening; grateful for the period of rest and grateful that I am peaceful and content. life is good, friends! ♥

10/22/2011

I have my list of 10 things I'm grateful for - since I didn't post yesterday or today. but I think I need to keep my list to myself. I'll resume posting my list soon.

10/20/2011

grateful today for: fall foliage; D; my sister; my girlfriend, Tracey; for friendships: new, current, changing, and past - because each brought something unique to my life - I'm grateful for the lessons learned and the experience.

10/19/2011

grateful: for the neighbour rescuing our fur-babies while we were gone; for the same neighbour for nailing a few boards on our fence so our fur-babies couldn't keep sneaking out; for my friends, Gernett and Rob, for hosting pampered chef parties and helping me reach my 30 day goal and my fundraising goal; for a good conversation with my big girl and for her grades improving; for big hugs and smiles from my baby girl and her sweet "thank you for coming back, mommy" - whoo!! I was glad to spend time with D, but I sure missed my girls!

10/18/2011

grateful for no traffic on the way to the airport; safe flights; in-laws; reuniting with my children; sleeping in my bed.

‎10/17/2011

grateful for: another day in the city; video chatting with Reese; sourdough bread; people watching; family

10/16/2011


grateful for opportunity to experience a half marathon in San Francisco; that D was there with me; that my legs carried me across the finish line; that Manny and Sandy took the time to drive over and spend the rest of the day with us; and for laughter til my cheeks and my stomach were sore.

10/14/2011 and 10/15/2011

I fell asleep before posting my grateful post last night! so - yesterday, I was grateful for a beautiful sunrise, safe flights, good surgery outcome for my uncle, easy hotel check in and dinner with team. today, I'm grateful for 12 hours of sleep, a fun day in the city, inspiration dinner speakers, my training and my purple family. GO TEAM!!

10/13/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for a beautiful silver necklace, with an amethyst charm, silver cross charm, and charm reminding me to accept things I can't change, courage to change what I can and wisdom to know the difference. I'm grateful that I have the opportunity to make a difference; grateful for the support of my family and friends. I'm grateful I'm healthy. and that I'm prepared...to run 13.1.

10/12/2011

today I'm grateful: for a 6:30 a.m. physical therapy appt; for a subcontractor that asked his church congregation to pray for D; for co-workers that surprised us with yummy breakfast; for a more quiet Chuck E Cheese on a Wednesday night than the craziness of the weekend; for the ability to relax on the couch after a crazy long day.

10/11/2011

tonight, I'm grateful that I don't have to work outside in the wind; that I got to enjoy a pedicure; that my kindergartner's "thing" is not the boy that asked her to marry him last week lol but a new boy and they're just friends; that God gave us healing crystals; and that taking time to reflect daily has such a positive impact on me. Life is good ♥

10/10/2011

tonight, I'm grateful to have the opportunity to attend a professional development class; that many of my friends are reflecting and writing grateful posts, either privately in their journal or on fb or acknowledging when they pray; that D made dinner AND is cleaning the kitchen; that Mak is pulling her grades up and that I can sit and listen to Reese read to me. It's a good day ♥

10/9/2011

today, I'm grateful for phone calls with my dad and my uncle; that today 16 years ago today, I became an aunt; for lazy Sundays with my loves; for protective fur-babies that love me - especially Sadie-kitty; and that Reese still crawls up in my lap and falls asleep ♥

10/8/2011

today I'm grateful for a beautiful fall morning run, football Saturday, new recipes, my girls laughing together and my big comfy bed :)

10/7/2011

tonight, I'm grateful for the uncomfortable hospital recliner that I attempted to sleep in - cause I didn't have to try to sleep on the floor! I'm grateful that I'm fit enough that I had room where I could toss and turn on that recliner and wasn't forced to try to sleep on my back. I'm grateful that I was able keep my temper in check so I didn't cause a scene with the CNA; grateful Mak and Reese were able to stay with gma and gpa so I could stay with D. and most grateful that D is a-ok. thank you Lord!

10/6/2011

today, I am grateful for individuals that make decisions instead of hesitating; for knowledgeable medical staff; for my family, near and far; for my friends; and for D - that he's gonna be ok. ♥

10/5/2011

today, I am grateful that my name precedes me at work and my hard work and work ethic are recognized and acknowledged; I'm grateful for a good drs appt; for being able to visit with my team for our send-off; for being able to raise $ and contribute to advance cancer reasearch; for being healthy enough to be able to run 13.1.

10/4/2011

today, I'm grateful that I still have hair at the end of this day and I'm not one of those animals that eats their young; that I still have a voice even though my children have obvious selective hearing; that I got my garage door opener back from the rental car company; that my neighbours look out for us; and even though I've faced many moments today where I've been so pissed that I could scream out of frustration, I'm grateful for my children.

10/3/2011

today I'm grateful that I still have a job, for good friends, for sweet dreams, for the ability to run and for karma that will one day pay a visit to the f*<ker in the white ford king cab with a lift kit that harasses runners.

10/2/2011

today I'm grateful to have enjoyed a beautiful fall morning; playing barbies with Reese; catching up via text with my best girl, KT; cooking with Mak; tv time with D. simple pleasures. life is good ♥

10/1/2011

today I am grateful that I have a strong support network as I prepare to run another half marathon; that I'm healthy, strong and powerful. I'm thankful for "lazy" Saturdays, where ALL the laundry gets done and great football games can be watched with my family. I'm grateful for Mak's coaches, for their support and understanding. and I'm grateful for Mak - and Reese and D too. it's a good day.

9/30/2011

today, I'm grateful that I'm a mom, even when I have to enforce consequences; today, I'm grateful that I had the day to myself to organize and clean; I'm grateful that I have the physical ability to do for my family; I'm grateful for the sweet, funny, ridiculous things my girls say; today, I'm grateful for my family - because, really, family is most important.

9/29/2011

today I am grateful to have a husband that "manicures" the front lawn with the letters F-S-U & a spear bc that's his way of being thoughtful; that I can have cereal for dinner bc it means I have a choice; that Reese fusses when I ask her to get a bath bc it means she's alive & healthy; for technology bc it means I can stay in touch with people I love; for my parents teaching me respect, discipline & ethics bc I can pass the same values to my children. it's a good day ♥

9/28/2011

Today, I am grateful for a job that can be stressful at times, car insurance that covers physical therapy and stretches to help my achin body, a daughter that trusts me enough to seek my help, compliments from the other daughter's teacher about how well-mannered and respectful she is and a spouse that values my opinion and confides in me.