9/30/2012

today, I am grateful for a timely message at church that really made me think; for lunch with my fam at Texas Roadhouse; for a "Reese sandwich"; for the beautiful sound of my girls's laughter; and for an unexpected visit from a girlfriend. 

9/29/2012

grateful for football Saturdays; hair colour; naps; visiting with Katie, Gabe; and for my girls. 

9/28/2012

today, I am grateful for snuggling with Reese and watching cartoons before school; for a great morning run; for Starbucks with a girlfriend; for acupuncture; and for Friday afternoon lunch with another girlfriend. 

9/27/2012

today, I am grateful for hot yoga; for lunch and a dessert contest provided by one of the departments I support; for grandma and grandpa for letting Reese stay with them for the day; for another fiscal year end coming to a close and all the craziness that comes along with it gone for another year; and that I have managed to journal 5 things daily that I am grateful for, for an entire year - I feel that my perspective has changed as a result and I've had the opportunity to unknowingly lead by example because a number of my friends are journaling what they are grateful for too. some publish, some don't - and that's ok. it all inspires me...and for that, I'm grateful. 

9/26/2012

today I am grateful for the stunning sunrise; for happy meals; for cupcakes; for my sweet daddy; and for a beautiful sunset sky. 

9/25/2012

today, I am grateful for winning an award at work; for gpa getting Reese to practice; for hot yoga and insanity, day 2; for laughter; and that Reese is inquisitive and not shy. love that girl! 

9/24/2012

today, I am grateful for the beginning if a brand new week; that fiscal year end craziness is almost over; that I am respected in my place of work; for finally starting insanity; and that I had pre-prepared meals to make dinner time and lunch preparations easier for tomorrow. 

9/23/2012

today, I am grateful for lazy days; crockpot meals; that D went for groceries and cooked steak for lunches this week; a toys r us trip with Reese; and brownies made by Mak. 

9/22/2012

today, I am grateful for D trying to get the knots out of my back; that he went to the grocery store and made breakfast; that my big girl still likes to snuggle; for being able to watch my NOLES beat Clemson and for texting with my daddy during the game - he is so funny and I sure love that man! 

9/21/2012

today, I am grateful for compliments about Mak; for a nice note from my senior manager to let me know he appreciates me being proactive; for lunch with Katie and Gabe; for nature's beauty; for quick, easy, delicious recipes.

9/20/2012

today, I am grateful for an amazing yoga class; for a quick phone call with my daddy; for nature's beauty; for compliments on how well behaved, well mannered and kind my children are; and for a quiet evening with Reese. 

9/19/2012

today, I am grateful for a job that is flexible; that I could switch gears and put on my mom hat for a few hours in the middle of my day; for the opportunity to promote awareness and work with team; for the opportunity to inspire others - and hear about it; and that my manager's provided lunch. 

9/18/2012

today, I am grateful for yoga; for my FIL putting the dogs in so I didn't have to make a trip home; for the beauty of the changing leaves (even though I hate seeing summer go); for a hot Epsom salt soak; and for inspirational, heart-warming comments that provide validation to me from my family when I least expect it and at the moments they are most needed. 

9/17/2012

today, I am grateful for acupuncture; for renewed strength; for Mak's awesome grades; that she has such a great sense of humour; and for my sweet, rambunctious, sensitive, loving Reese. 

9/16/2012

today, I am grateful for a lacy Sunday; for having the time to read the newspaper and look at the ads; that Reese had a fun sleep over with her friend - I sure missed her! that she tries to be just like me; and that she is so kind and sensitive. love this girl! 

9/15/2012

today, I am grateful that Reese is responsible; for a full day of football; for an easy, healthy lunch; for a clean kitchen; and that all the laundry is done. 

9/14/2012

today, I am grateful for listening to Reese read; for being able to kick off the coin drive to benefit TNT and LLS at D's school and for his help doing so; for Reese texting her daddy and calling her sissy while I drove; for her awesome relationship with the greats and how kind she is to them; and that Mak wanted to hang out with me and chose playing bingo for our girls night. love that girl!

9/13/2012

today, I am grateful for routine; for giving kisses to my family as they sleep soundly; for my yoga instructor, Tawny; for research to help get answers and understanding; and for falling into bed exhausted and content. 

9/12/2012

today, I am grateful for Reese's laughter and beautiful smile; for the glorious sunrise; for lunch being provided at work; that I'm strong and healthy - even if I'm not exactly where I am comfortable or think I should be; and for dinner with the in-laws and the fam. 

9/11/2012

today, I am grateful for hot yoga; for team kick off; for Reese commenting that I am quiet today and asking "what's wrong, sweetie?"; for D getting dinner and for Mak showing me various stretches to regain flexibility. 

9/10/2012

today, I am grateful that I have what I need; for validation; that the allergy medicine is finally working; for being able to go to Reese's open house and have her show us all around; and for the blessed life I lead. 

9/9/2012

today, I am grateful to being able to go to church with my girls; for getting my laundry done; for possibilities; for new running acquaintances and for my girl, Tracey. happy birthday!

9/8/2012

today, I am grateful for a morning run; for pedicures with Mak; for a surprise birthday party for Dave; and for watching Spongebob with Reese and for laughter. 

9/7/2012

today, I am grateful to see the goodness in people; for sweet, colourful pictures drawn by Reese; for teenage behaviour of talking on the phone, giggles and hushed conversations; for the protectiveness of grandparents; and for an impromptu birthday party for the neighbour boy. 

9/6/2012

today I am grateful for hot yoga; for a coworker bringing me lunch; for exciting news; for nurse support via phone; and that my sister and her baby are ok. 

9/5/2012

today, I am grateful for cold medicine; leftovers; friends that text out of the blue to check on me; Facebook; and my bed. 

9/4/2012

today I am grateful for salt water rinses; for cooking with Mak; for the inlaws for getting Reese to and from cheer practice; that Mak took care of cleaning the kitchen; and for my health. 

9/3/2012

today, I am grateful for a full day at home; time with my family; hugs and kisses from my girls; for D taking Reese to the park; and a phone conversation with my sweet daddy. 

9/2/2012

today, I am grateful for sweet friends that pray; for Reese wanting to leave grandma and grandpa's early so she didn't miss church; for a message that I needed to hear; for snuggling with Reese; and for family dinner to celebrate Mak's birthday. 

9/1/2012

today, I am grateful for my eldest daughter, Mak, that bestowed the title of mommy on me 13 years ago; to be able to honour her request of spudnuts...with a little Dutch Brothers...for breakfast; that my in-laws randomly take the girls out for breakfast...I know they will remember that when they are older; for a full day with just my mother-in-law and Mak...it's been a long time since we've done that! and for almost a year of journaling my gratefulness - recognizing my blessings on a daily basis makes me understand how truly rich and blessed I am. thank you, Lord, for all you have provided to me.