Day 365

Day 365--September 24th, 2012
I'm thankful for this journal.  I've kept it going for a full year (365 days) and it has helped me keep in perspective how blessed I am every single day.  This is the end of this journal but not of my gratitude.  Thanks for being my witnesses.

Day 364

Day 364--September 23rd, 2012
Thankful for one of the greatest gifts I have received since moving to Pleasanton.  The friendships I have made have sustained me and continue to provide me with strength, comfort, and happiness.

Day 363

Day 363--September 22nd, 2012
Thankful for the first day of Fall, my favorite season.  And also thankful for a very fun day at the "Real Food Festival 2012"

Day 362

Day 362--September 21st, 2012
Thankful for setbacks in my training for they make me re-evaluate my plans.

Day 361

Day 361--September 20th, 2012
Thankful for good weather, fun playdates, and a good day with my kiddos.  First time at the Livermore's farmers market and it was a lot of fun.

Day 360

Day 360--September 19th, 2012
Thankful that a kind soul put a twist into my day today.  It wasn't exactly the most pleasant day in the parenting department but Marilyn, your kindness went beyond boundaries.  I appreciated you very much today.

Day 359

Day 359--September 18th, 2012
Thankful for my first day back in the choir since Andrea was born.  I have missed it!

Day 358

Day 358--September 17th, 2012
Thankful for my first COOP day of the year and for Katie who helped me watch Andrea.  You were God-sent Katie.  I appreciate you very much.

Day 357

Day 357--September 16th, 2012
Thankful for family time, to act silly, to lounge around the house, and to just BE.

Day 356

Day 356--September 15th, 2012
Thankful for 2 new pearlies.  Sad to say goodbye to beautiful toothless smiles though.

Day 355

Day 355--September 14th, 2012
Thankful for the support we have gotten at my son's preschool.  We are growing and learning by leaps and bounds.

Day 354

Day 354--September 13th, 2012
Thankful for a great run today on the Iron Horse Trail and for the strength of my body to carry me through the distance.

Day 353

Day 353--September 12th, 2012
Thankful for two new angels being born this week

Day 352

Day 352--September 11th, 2012
Thankful that I got to visit with a long time friend who was in town today.  And thankful for my husband for allowing me the opportunity to do it.

Day 351

Day 351--September 10th, 2012
Thankful for mothers everywhere, but especially thankful for one that helped me out at the gym today.

Day 350

Day 350--September 9th, 2012
Thankful for the opportunity to enjoy an hour with Isaac.  He loves going to Peets with me because I treat him to a chocolate milk and a pastry.  I cherish these moments with my guy.

Day 349

Day 349--September 8th, 2012
Thankful to have San Francisco so close by and for the opportunity to introduce our son to the cable car.  He had fun.

Day 348

Day 348--September 7th, 2012
Thankful for the ability to recognize when my body needs to rest.  No long run for me this week as I let my body recover from a cold/flu.  In the past this would have been very challenging for me.  Today I'm ok with it.

Day 347

Day 347--September 6th, 2012
Thankful for patience, consistency, and love, all things our son needs at this time.

Day 346

Day 346--September 5th, 2012
Thankful that Isaac's first day of preschool went very well.  He is happy to be back in school.

Day 345

Day 345--September 4th, 2012
Thankful for the first day of normal routine.  It's nice to have structure once again.

Day 344

Day 344--September 3rd, 2012
Thankful for a great family bike ride today.

Day 343

Day 343--September 2nd, 2012
Thankful for difficult parenting days ; they help us appreciate our strength and stamina, and they also help us grow.

Day 342

Day 342--September 1st, 2012
Thankful that my peanut is thriving well.  Her 6 month checkup reports an amazing growth spur.  She is now on the 80th percentile in height and weight and 92nd percentile in head circumference.  We have two bottom teeth coming out too!

Day 341

Day 341--August 31th, 2012
Thankful for a good 13 mile step back run today, for new training goals and the vision that I will do this! :)

Day 340

Day 340--August 30th, 2012
Thankful for my amazing husband, for the care he took in organizing this family vacation and all his excitement throughout the trip.  It made it very memorable for our son.

Day 339

Day 339--August 29th, 2012
Thankful for what could be the highlight of our Disney trip:  Isaac meets DJ, a very cool character and one of Isaac's favorites.  His facial expression was priceless.

Day 338

Day 338--August 28th, 2012
Thankful that my friend Maria, her husband, and daughter came to meet us for dinner tonight in Orange County.  And also thankful for another amazing dinner.

Day 337

Day 337--August 27th, 2012
Thankful for an amazing dinner at the House of Blues.  And a cool shirt too!

Day 336

Day 336--August 26th, 2012
Thankful for highway 5.  To many it may be a very boring way to travel South but for us who have children it is a gift from God.

Day 335

Day 335--August 25th, 2012
Thankful that my sister in law takes the time and care to organize family dinner and includes us.  This act of kindness means a lot to us.

Day 334

Day 334--August 24th, 2012
Thankful for my body's resilience and ability to heal itself.  I logged in 22 miles today.  A few days ago I could barely catch my breath.  I am very, very grateful today.

Day 333

Day 333--August 23rd, 2012
Thankful for fun ways to make a little extra cash

Day 332

Day 332--August 22nd, 2012
Thankful for miraculous potions

Day 331

Day 331--August 21st, 2012
Thankful for my ethnicity and for having gifts to share with others.

Day 330

Day 330--August 20th, 2012
Thankful for the privilege to be with my children when they need me most.

Day 329

Day 329--August 19th, 2012
Thankful for rest.

Day 328

Day 328--August 18th, 2012
Thankful for great friends and fun baby showers.

Day 327

Day 327--August 17th, 2012
Thankful for my gym membership.  I have made good use of it for over 10 years.

Day 326

Day 326--August 16th, 2012
Thankful for a nice hike down a canyon to this amazing place.  What a gem!  Best way to end our camping trip.

Day 325

Day 325--August 15th, 2012
Thankful for an amazing camping trip in a very neat place and with great friends.  Fallen Leaf is on our list of favorite camping sites for sure.

Day 324

Day 324--August 14th, 2012
Thankful that the rain subsided just as we approached our camping site.  Camping in the rain is not something we were ready for.

Day 323

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Day 323--August 13th, 2012
Thankful that my son enjoys visiting the library and picking up books for us to read.

Day 322

Day 322--August 12th, 2012
Thankful for the gift of your friendship Victoria.  And happy birthday to you.

Day 321

Day 321--August 11th, 2012
Thankful for a fun day at the SJ Jazz Festival with my little family.  And I'm also thankful for the appreciation I hold for music, especially music that is not from my generation, something I must thank my parents for.

Day 320

Day 320--August 10th, 2012
Thankful for friends that inspire

Day 319

Day 319--August 9th, 2012
Thankful that my peanut is thriving, that breastfeeding is going well and that I'm feeling very relaxed (and grateful!) about her development.

Day 318

Day 318--August 8th, 2012
Thankful for a night in and for a feel good comedy to lighten up my soul.

Day 317

Day 317--August 7th, 2012
Thankful for the extra sleep I'm getting this week.  No 5am wake-up alarms until Friday :)