I had two Thanksgiving meals this week and my daughter, when I spoke to her via phone, stated, “Isn’t it a little early?” I suppose that yes, it’s early to be celebrating Thanksgiving, but it’s November so why not? Thanksgiving is quite possibly my favorite holiday. Because of a few reasons. Mainly because it encompasses … More mac & cheese
I’m reminded experiences matter. Often, at least to me, more so than actual, physical things. Time with someone I care about. Time spent alone which enables me to process and grow. While I’m thankful, grateful, whatever word one might choose…for my house, car, shoes, food. Thankful for specific people who are much more important, obviously … More brevity matters not…sometimes
I’m trying to think of what I’m grateful for, beyond the usual list. my kids, family, friends house, car, clothes music, love, health food, job, YMCA the fact the Cincinnati Art Museum does not charge for admission libraries…..and that my current fine is only 10 cents….which is quite rare for me I suppose what I’m … More thanks
Right around this time of year, four years ago, I began my current job. I am thankful for all I have learned, how much I’ve grown, and all the great people I have had the chance to work with. My daughter is having an awesome [she hates it when I use the word awesome] time … More and be thankful
Stereotypical. I received my final divorce papers on Halloween. A day in which my car’s check engine light started to flash, so I dropped it, once again, at the garage. Cold rain steadily fell. I had a cold or some sort of ailment which made me feel worse than I have in over a … More before november
Most reasonable people would agree, I’d say, that it’s good to be thankful. And listing out what I’m thankful for is generally a helpful exercise. When faced with a struggle, it can be difficult, I’ve found, to recall all I have to be grateful about. I’m making myself realize the beauty of this season, despite … More thanks for the laughter and more
I have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember. The thing about me is though, I’m usually not anxious about big things. It’s the little stuff that gets me. This is an exaggeration, but I feel like I currently have 75 items on my work to-do list. Book 3 flights, mail camp … More It’s the Little Things
This season of Lent, I am trying to meditate on gratitude. As I consider gratitude and whether or not I’m living a life filled with thankfulness, my mind is conflicted with thoughts of comparison. I know, I know. Comparison is the root of inferiority. Comparison is the root of much unhappiness. Yet, when I think … More gratitude vs comparison
Last night I finished reading The Happiness Project. I really enjoyed the book and have joined the Happier at Home 21-Day Relationship Challenge. So far I’m keeping up with my New Year’s resolutions pretty well. The projects I’ve set out to do this month are progressing well. I’ve incorporated fruit into my breakfast everyday in … More kind of ironic
Upon a Sunny Day 