4/30/2012

today, I am grateful for a recovery day; for silence; for rest; for Katie; and for my family - and by that, I mean family members, as well as close friends. 

4/29/2012

today, I am grateful to get to sleep late after a long day trip and late night; for a long training run - even though it was more tough than usual; for the things I learned that I need to do differently for my next training run; for snuggling with my Reesie-bottom; and for celebrating my mother-in-law's birthday with the fam - she's a pretty important mother figure to me in the absence of my own mama. 

4/28/2012

today, I am grateful to be part of the purple team that has a reach across the nation; for the endurance athlete that pushes through exhaustion and pain to finish an event and make people aware of LLS and the fight for a cure (talkin bout you, Joe!); for MIL & FIL; for a day trip with D; and that I was able to be part of the team to lend support to my trainer and experience the success and comradery of the RAB team.

4/27/2012

grateful today for a day off; for sleeping in; for getting my house clean; for getting the groceries bought and for D getting the lawn mowed and cleaned up. now we get to relax and enjoy our weekend...ahhh!

4/26/2012

today, I am grateful that the workday passed quickly; that tomorrow is my Friday off; for D folding laundry and putting most of it away; for Mak finally listening and getting her things put away even though she tests the boundaries and waits until the very last possible second before consequences are enforced; and for the sweet note that Reese wrote to me that said "I heart u! Mommy, you are the best Mommy! heart Reese". thank you, God, for my family.

4/25/2012

today, I am grateful for remembrance; for events that happen in our lifetimes that make us who we are; for a strong, compassionate personality; for amazing friends; and for my family.

4/24/2012

today, I am grateful for the kudos received for the papers I write; for the validation and satisfaction it gives me; I'm grateful that I can email the guy at the cell place and have questions answered about my account bc it saves me from having to drive to the store; I'm grateful for my ability to work my body and for my trainer, who takes a vested interest in my progress - sure, I pay for training, but her commitment and interest in my success is more than just about $. she cares and that is unexpected and appreciated.

4/23/2012

grateful today for my mama; for teaching me the things I would do the same with my own children and the things that I would try to do differently; for loving me beyond measure; for instilling the importance of thinking, speaking and living in a positive manner; and for the sparkle in her eye, the teasing in her voice and her contagious joy when she would say that she was "wonderful and can't help it". Hope your celebration in heaven is joyful, abundant and filled with some of those you love. I miss you so. 

4/22/2012

grateful today for warm weather; blue skies; beautiful scenery complete with rolling hills and snow-capped mountains; an afternoon nap and a long run that was quite a struggle...but I got through it as D rode his bike so that I didn't have to run solo. 

4/21/2012

today, I am grateful for almost 8 hours of sleep; for the concierge supplying a toothbrush and toothpaste since I forgot mine; for sweet conversations with Reese and Mak; that my nephew shares his exciting accomplishments with me; and for cool new yoga gear. 

4/20/2012

grateful today that I got a huge project mostly completed; that my mother-in-law is letting the girls stay with her; for a safe drive; for the experience of attending my first Emerald Cup; and time with D.

4/19/2012

today, I am grateful for my mind; for the rain; for an evening of rest; for dinner at the table with my family; and that tomorrow is Friday :)

4/18/2012

today, I am grateful that I am considered a confidant by the most unexpected folks; that God gives me the truthful words that they need to hear to provide encouragement, comfort and support; that I can be honest and deliver constructive criticism with kindess; that Mak is mature enough to help me but still exhibits age appropriate behaviour; that Reese is sensitive, loving and kind.

4/17/2012

grateful today for the strength of my body; for tenacity; for ability; for persistence; for results.

4/16/2012

grateful today for the start of a new week; for exciting news for Reese; that she has such a kind heart; for Mak's good grades; for the opportunity to share a healthy lifestyle with my family and friends.

4/15/2012

grateful today for my family attending church; for time spent with D's uncle; for a rest day; for beautiful blue, sunny skies; for a joyful heart. 

4/14/2012

grateful for a beautiful 10 mile run; for a new running partner; to be able to see my girls go for their athletic desires (cheerleading tryouts!); for dinner with D; for family night consisting of blue mud facials and a movie. 

4/13/2012

grateful today for the beauty that spring brings; for a gorgeous day; for a safe, somewhat productive trip to Walla Walla; for the opportunity to get to know one of my purple teammates better; for an evening with my baby girl :)

4/12/2012

today, I am grateful that I can be an inspiration to others; that I have a passion for positivity, health and well-being; for laughter; for wholesome, clean (healthy) foods; for a strong body.

4/11/2012

grateful today that my sister finally had appointments with doctors that seem to know what they are doing and she's finally getting answers and a path forward; that for the second time, I've managed to work out an agreement in a particularly frustrating negotiation; that I was able to catch up with a friend I haven't talked with in a while; that my dad confides in me; and that tomorrow us the last day of my workweek.

4/10/2012

grateful today that I awoke to see another day. that I'm healthy. that my children are healthy. that our needs are met, even if all our desires aren't. and for angry yoga.

4/9/2012

grateful for the beginning of a new week; for getting some of the auction items taken care of; for a first time hike up Badger; for D finishing up dinner so I could go meet team; for Mak still wanting me to sleep with her. precious moments. love this girl so much. hope she still asks me to snuggle when she's a teenager!

4/8/2012

grateful today for the new church Reese and I visited...I like it! for Reese's surprised and excited expression when she saw her Easter basket; for Easter lunch with Donnie's family; for texting and phone calls with daddy and Katie (and wishing I was home); and for celebrating the event that validates Christianity - that Jesus died for our sins, was buried in a tomb and on the third day, rose again to sit on the right hand of the Father. so grateful for His sacrifice for me.

4/7/2012

grateful today for a long, slow run; for a neighbourhood Easter egg hunt; for being able to get things partially prepped for the coming week; for a nap; for family night at the hockey playoffs.

4/6/2012

grateful today for the sun shining; blue skies; big white, puffy clouds; arranging dates with new running partners; and for Jesus giving his life so that I may see mama again and live in glory for eternity.

4/5/2012

grateful for my massage therapist; for tennis balls to help work knots out of my upper back and shoulders; for an awesome workout with Ally; for tips and assistance from Sarah; and that today is Thursday and the weekend is peeking around the corner.

4/4/2012

today, I am grateful for my Aunt Lavonne celebrating another wonderful birthday; that even though I don't understand or claim to know anything, that I am right where I am supposed to be right now; that I was able to attend Niki's mom's funeral and understand even more the fabulous woman that she had to have been; for girlfriends that are in various locations in North America that I truly depend on; and for an amazing yoga class. Namaste.

4/3/2012

grateful today for a busy day at work; for stretching; for being part of team in training; for helping to celebrate remission as well as to mourn those that I know that have lost their valiant fight; and for my sweet friends that know how close the losses are to my heart, even though the individual may not be a family member, and check on me when they know I'm struggling. thanks for lending your strength, ladies.

4/2/2012

grateful today for sunshine; springtime; flowering trees, springtime flowers and new growth; a sense of peace and yoga.

4/1/2012

grateful today to have had an entire day spent at home; for D for going to Costco so I didn't have to; for time to read some of my magazines; for snuggling with Reese for nap; and being included in the Easter egg hunt for the neighbourhood kids.