Through The Tulips Words of 'Wiz'dom

Content- That’s one word that pretty much describes how I’m feeling right now. When I look around- I see a LOT of things that I am still trying to catch up on from when I was sick, yet I’m happy with how things are going with my life. I am blessed and I know it. I know that I may take some things for granted- as we all have that tendency to do so, but what I know for sure is that I am grateful for each and every blessing.

There are people- who have come into my life recently, who have made such a positive difference. It’s sometimes difficult letting go of what no longer works- but when you do- it opens the door to allow so many other wonderful possibilities and for that I’m grateful.

It has been a busy few days and tomorow promises to be an even busier one, which means I am going to head to bed early tonight and be up earlier tomorrow.   I’ve been thinking a lot lately-  (being sick gives you a lot of time for that) and as I mentioned in a previous post- I’m really feeling blessed.   It doesn’t mean I don’t have my days-  (today was one of ‘those’ days where everything seems to go wrong), but even now as I sit here and reflect, there is so much more that went well.

So as I wind down this day and think about all the things that remain on my weekend ‘to do’ list- I’m counting my blessings for all the things I was able to cross off that list.   I’m focusing on what I’ve done- and not what’s left to do.

My Gratitude List for April 27, 2012.

Today I’m Grateful For:

1. The power of changing my vision-  Just because things don’t turn out the way I had envisioned doesn’t mean that they won’t turn out.  Sometimes we just have to stop- regroup and a new vision appears which is much better than the first.
2. I can’t say it enough how grateful I am for the power of real friendship.   Those who encourage, inspire and are there for you- through thick and thin.   My sister friends-  Whatever would I do without you?
3. My sofa- because right now there is no place I’d rather be.
4. Beautiful blue skies, fluffy white clouds and new growth on the trees.
5. Love-   Without it- where would we be?

We’ve been having some extremely cold temps, but along with it has come some blue skies and sunshine. Up until this week, our winter has been so mild that I can’t complain- but sadly many of the days have included either grey skies, rain or a little of both.

Last night I was out walking with JJ- and even though it was cold and windy- the crispness felt so good. I came inside with really cold hands and fingers, but I felt grateful that I could feel it and that I was healthy enough to get out and enjoy those moments with my little pup.

Gratitude List for February 1, 2012

Today I’m Grateful For:

• An afternoon with a dear friend-  which included some great conversation and a delicious lunch.
• Beautiful blue skies and cold weather- and possibly snow on the way.
• Gorgeous roses from Marcel-that he gave me for our anniversary- which is tomorrow.
• Honesty and people who prefer to ask questions instead of making assumptions.
• Life-  and having the freedom to live it just as I choose.

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the things in life that I’m grateful for. I know that’s nothing new if you know me- or have read this blog before, but for some reason I’ve really been thinking about it a lot. I’ve also been thinking about the things that don’t work in my life any longer- and working on letting them go as easily as possible. Some things are easier than others- but in the end, we shouldn’t hold on to what doesn’t work for us.

I have a lot to babble about- but it’s going to have to wait until tomorrow. I had some technology issues that had to be sorted and it took longer than I thought. But before I go, I’d like to take a moment and share a few things I’m grateful for today.

My Gratitude List for January 19, 2012.

Today I’m Grateful For:

• The joy and happiness that I feel when I see JJ do crazy little things- like jump in the water unexpectedly after a stick or dance a little jig after he gets out of the bathtub and I’m drying him with the blow dryer.
• The gorgeous orange roses that Marcel brought home to me today.  I was wondering why he was late- and I found out. What a great surprise.
• The wonderful dinner that I cooked for us tonight-  It was pure comfort food but it was so delicious.
• Having the strength to do 30 minutes on the elliptical and then going back and doing another 10.    I was beat, but it was such a great feeling.
• Seeing the sun peek from behind the clouds and bathe me in its warmth after a dark and rainy day.

Another year- almost gone. I’m still trying to figure out just where it got off to- but none the less- the new year is coming- like it or not. I do like it though- and have high hopes for 2012 and the goal setting has begun. I’ll be sharing more of that in the week to come.

But for now- I’d like to share a little gratitude.

My Gratitude List-  December 23, 2011.

Today I’m Grateful for:

• Coupons from Zinno, which allowed me to get a subscription to Reader’s Digest for .99 cents for my iPad.  Yeah!  Grew up with that magazine and I just love it.
• Great food finds-  Maldon sea salt flakes,  quinoa spaghetti and red quinoa to name a few things.   A bright spot to a very dreary day.
• Christmas tree lights that are beautiful and festive.
• Two movies from a friend that came in the mail today- one is a Christmas film that I plan to watch on Christmas night- when I’m ‘home alone’ due to Marcel working.
• Starbucks Christmas blend.