Category Archives: Gratitude

I have a lot to be thankful for, both large — being alive, being able to walk, my husband, my kids, family, friends, my readers — and small — the taste of the first cup of hot tea in the … Continue reading →

The end of last year had a lot to be grateful for, including a visit from my in-laws and our first white Christmas in years! Oh, and my wonderful husband, who gave me an iPad mini (which, for the record, … Continue reading →

Today, I’m grateful that a laundromat opened up around the corner from our house. As I’ve told more than one person today, “ka-thunk, thunk, thunk” isn’t any better a sound for your dryer to make than for your car to. … Continue reading →

Like the Tick’s brain, I am easily distracted by bright, shiny objects. We went window shopping on Saturday at the mall, and I kept stopping to stare at the clothing displays. I love all the glittery gold and silver tops … Continue reading →

I thought about doing a post last week on Thanksgiving about all the things I’m thankful for, but didn’t for two reasons — I was cooking (and letting others use the computer), and I talk every week about what I’m … Continue reading →

The obvious thing I’m grateful for is heat — without more soot. I’m also exceedingly grateful that the blocked chimney didn’t cause a fire. And as I go through the house cleaning, I see how very much we have to … Continue reading →

Time marches on, and both challenges and triumphs are either past or yet to come. Right now, all I have is now. Sometimes, I remind myself of this on weekends, when I’m with my family, in slightly different words. Whatever … Continue reading →