June 24th, 2013

Thankful for having a mother who prays for me and reminds me that today is St. John the Baptist day. I will pray for his intercession in our daily lives. A man who wasn't afraid to speak of God, even at the cost of his own life.


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June 23rd, 2013

Thankful for all the wonderful MOMS in my village. I feel very blessed with the gift of their friendship.


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June 22nd, 2013

Thankful for sleeping in a bit today. It helped my body recover from a busy week.


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June 21st, 2013

Thankful for fun at the pool followed by an awesome run. Love days when I push myself and my body responds beautifully. I feel strong and healthy and I'm thankful for that too.


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June 20th, 2013

Thankful for our beautiful parks in Pleasanton and for a perfect Summer to enjoy them.


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June 19th, 2013

Thankful for a super fun filled day at the fair. I love having adventurous kiddos :)


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June 18th, 2013

Thankful for new smiling faces we meet at parks.


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June 17th, 2013

Thankful for everyday when I can get out in the morning and have a workout. It helps me be a better person.


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June 16th, 2013

Thankful for a lovely day celebrating Fathers Day. Breakfast at the Cliff house with dad and grandpa followed by a day at the beach, and then a BBQ celebration at our house. Daddy's heart was full :)


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June 15th, 2013

Thankful for having a mother who taught me how to love beyond boundaries and work beyond exhaustion.


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June 14th, 2013

Thankful for days when I can get my day started with a workout. It helps me be a better person. And thankful for a very fun play date with a dear friend and her daughter. Its good to connect with friends.


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June 13th, 2013

Thankful for days when Dave works from home. It is nice to feel a bit of relief.


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June 12th, 2013

Thankful for the last few miles our car is granting us, and praying for more.


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June 11th, 2013

Thankful for my friends 40th birthday! I am thankful for her friendship.


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June 10th, 2013

Thankful for serenity during a major meltdown today.


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June 9th, 2013

Thankful for our lemon tree. It is a gift that keeps on giving.


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June 8th, 2013

Thankful for a lovely evening celebrating our special friends birthday. Everything about the evening was perfect: the food, the company, and the laughter. My soul is full.


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June 7th, 2013

Thankful for a fun filled day at Gilroy Gardens.


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June 6th, 2013

Thankful for a memory brought to life: my dad and me at the rodeo. Goes to show that one doesn't have t be perfect to have a lasting impression on ones kids. One just needs to show up.


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June 5th, 2013

Thankful for a new bible study session, for renewed goals, and for supportive friends.


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June 4th, 2013

Thankful for 2 consecutive hit meals: lentil loaf (yesterday) and (zucchini/leek soup) today. Both my kids ate them! This made me happy :)


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June 3rd, 2013

Thankful for children's play and laughter. Few things quite compare to that joy.


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June 2nd, 2013

Thankful for a family bike ride to the park, and a lovely afternoon playing with water.


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June 1st, 2013

Thankful for a clean car and a new "no eating in the car" rule. Oh the things we found I under those sears and mats...


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May 31st, 2013

Thankful for good friends and adult conversations


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May 30th, 2013

Today I am thankful that my son is enjoying swimming lessons and making good progress. He was thrilled to get a second ribbon.


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May 29th, 2013

Thankful for an easier than expected transition into Summer schedule (or lack of). Im enjoying the freedom of it and the kids seem to agree.


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May 28th, 2013

Thankful for a fun morning jumping in trampolines and for my children who have a terrific sense of adventure.


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May 27th, 2013

Thankful for public playgrounds and a whole day of nothing but play.


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May 26th, 2013

Thankful for feeling appreciated in my role as a mother.


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May 25th, 2013

Thankful for the gift that keeps on giving. My honey gifted me a whole day to myself and I am happier because of it, which makes him happy :)


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May 24th, 2013

Thankful for the successful completion of a school year. Isaac will miss his teacher. She is very dear to him and a great blessing to us.


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May 23rd, 2013

Thankful for a fun filled morning playing with Isaac's school mates.


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May 22nd, 2013

Thankful that I have a gym to exercise at regularly, which offers childcare at convenient times. I need to exercise for sanity.


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May 21st, 2013

Thankful for carbs, chocolate, and wine. Because some days nothing else will do.


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May 20th, 2013

Thankful that everything did not go according to plan. It went better, according to Gods plan. It's a good lesson on giving up control.


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May 19th, 2013

Thankful for Sofia's baptism. It is always such a joy to have a baby join the community of Christ. And she is a very special little lady :)


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May 18th, 2013

Thankful to have had Dave join us at the farmers market today, for Andreas first haircut, and for a relaxed day with family.


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May 17th, 2013

Thankful for a fun carnival at our sons school. This event takes a lot of planning and cooperation from multiple parties. We are overjoyed to be part of this community.
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May 16th, 2013

Thankful for garden flowers, and for friends who enrich our lives.
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May 15th, 2013

Thankful for our neighborhood, for safe streets, and warm afternoons to enjoy while riding bikes.
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May 14th, 2013

Thankful for designated bike paths. They make riding with my children feel a tiny bit safer.
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May 13th, 2013

Thankful for a 2hr nap. For myself. And for leftovers that became dinner :)


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May 12th, 2013

Thankful for a very fun and relaxing Mothers Day picnic with my village.

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May 11th, 2013

Thankful for the time I get on Saturday mornings to workout, go to the farmers market, and enjoy a more relaxed pace. Today I got to do all that with my children. A great day!


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May 10th, 2013

Thankful for a beautiful Mothers Day celebration at my sons preschool, for his teacher and all who made it happen, and for the one on me time I got to have with my boy. I feel so very blessed to have him in my life.


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May 9th, 2013

Thankful for our back yard trail. It is perfect for new training wheels.


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May 8th, 2013

Thankful for my "carriage," a name I've given my bike and trailer. Our car is broken and I can still get around with my children.


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May 7th, 2013

Thankful for simultaneous naps, especially after a trying morning.


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May 6th, 2013

Thankful for retail therapy. Walking the isles of Target proved very therapeutical today.


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May 5th, 2013

Thankful for health and a strong body.


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May 4th, 2013

Thankful for a lovely Mothers Day celebration English Tea style with special friends.


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May 3rd, 2013

Thankful for a fun filled day riding bikes, playing, watching movies and relaxing. Love Fridays!


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May 2nd, 2013

Thankful for volunteers who coordinated a sharing closet today at Isaac's school.


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May 1st, 2013

Thankful for opportunities for personal renewal.


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April 30th, 2013

Thankful for the brief moments that my children play together.


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April 29th, 2013

Thankful for great doctors at our local clinic.


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April 28th, 2013

Thankful for the opportunity to run the Dipsea Practice Run. I'm very much looking forward to it.


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April 27th, 2013

Thankful for days when my children play together harmoniously, even if those moments are short lived.


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April 26th, 2013

Thankful that Dave is able to coop at Isaac school and that he enjoys doing it.


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April 25th, 2013

Thankful for days when my children nap and allow me some time to myself to clean, organize, cook, and just be with my own thoughts. I need this time for sanity.


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April 24th, 2013

Thankful that my honey got to play golf at Ruby Hill today. It was a treat for him and one I think he deserves well. He had a great day and came back refreshed.


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April 23rd, 2013

Thankful for my new double stroller. It is perfect for long walks and my kids love riding in it. Win/win.


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April 22nd, 2013

Thankful for our well manicured lawns. Today my children and I sat outside enjoying the sun, listening to the birds, and relaxing while we waited for Dads arrival.


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April 21st, 2013

Thankful for easy going family days that start with pancakes, continue with church followed by a picnic under the trees.


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April 20th, 2013

Thankful for the time and opportunity to enjoy a great hike with a special friend.


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April 19th, 2013

Thankful for an organized nature hike at my sons preschool, and for the opportunity to attend it as a family.


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April 18th, 2013

Thankful that I get to teach my son how to ride his bike. This is a skill that will be valuable to him and one I have enjoyed for years thanks to my brothers who had the patience to teach me. I too pray for patience :)


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April 17th, 2013

Thankful for coordinated naps. It is such a treat to have thinking time.


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April 16th, 2013

Thankful for the time and the opportunity to study Gods word.


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April 15th, 2013

Thankful to have a partner who is an equal player in our marriage. I feel supported by him and I never take this gift for granted.


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Day 54-April 14th, 2013

Thankful for the gift of patience during constant trials with my children. Today was a good day but only because I trust in Gods plan.


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Day 53-April 13th, 2013

Thankful for health, because being sick SUCKS!!! :)


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Day 52-April 12th, 2013

Thankful for flus, or forced ways to slow down as I interpret them :)


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Day 51-April 11th, 2013

Thankful for my mom and her forgiving heart. Today is her birthday and I forgot to call her.


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Day 50-April 10th, 2013

Thankful for time I get to spend one on one with each of my children.


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Day 49-April 9th, 2013

Thankful that our precious photos were spared from damage during a water spill today.


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Day 48-April 8th, 2013

Thankful for a new doctor that appears to care


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Day 47-April 7th 2013

Thankful for praise songs that touch my heart.


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Day 46-April 6th, 2013

Thankful for Home-making kind of days :)


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Day 45-April 5th, 2013

Thankful for challenges which lead to growth.


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Day 44 - April 4th, 2013

Thankful for electricity.


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Day 43-April 3rd, 2013

Thankful that my only was able to take a 1/2 day off work to go to the zoo. Isaac enjoys riding the roller coasters with dad.


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Day 42- April 2nd, 2013

Thankful for a fun day spent in San Francisco with my kids. I'm especially thankful that peanut allowed us to sit in a 3D movie without melting down. Isaac appreciated it.


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Day 41-April 1st, 2013

Thankful for Spring, for great weather, and for a fun walk and library visit with my children.


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Day 40-March 31st, 2013

Thankful for Easter! For the reassurance that Christ is Risen and our faith is not in vain. Also thankful for a great celebration and easter egg hunt at my sister in laws house. We are so blessed to have her in our lives.


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Day 39-March 30th, 2013

Thankful for community organized events and for the opportunity to join them.


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Day 38-March 29th, 2013

Thankful that I'm learning to enjoy stillness.


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Day 37-March 28th, 2013

Thankful for my husband who never ceases to surprise me.


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Day 36-March 27th, 2013

Thankful for Isaac's Easter celebration at school. Is there anything more beautiful than than children singing? I doubt it :)


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Day 35-March 26th, 2013

Thankful for a very fun day at the zoo with Aunty Joyce and cousin Kellie. Such a treat to spend time with family.


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Day 34-March 25th, 2013

Thankful for resumed and regular afternoon naps. We are all much more happy.


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Day 33-March 24th, 2013

Thankful for a beautiful Palm Sunday celebration at church and for my son who now begins to understand the meaning of Easter.


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Day 32-March 23rd, 2013

Thankful for peanuts long morning nap, it allowed me some free time to go to the market alone. It was different but nice.


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Day 31-March 22nd, 2013

Thankful for Indira, a great friend whom I now call a sister.


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Day 30-March 21st, 2013

Thankful for my friend Olivia and her 2 gorgeous daughters. Every week we look forward to our Spanish play dates. Today we enjoyed delicious Salvadorean quesadillas that she made.


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Day 29-March 20th, 2013

Thankful for Spring! I love the sound of the birds singing, the flowering trees, and the smell of fresh rain.


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Day 28-March 19th, 2013

Thankful for the perfect pancake recipe. My son devoured his cakes :) now if only I could replicate it...


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Day 27-March 18th, 2013

Thankful for a broken water heater that didn't manage to devastate our home. And for its replacement :)


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Day 26-March 17th, 2013

Thankful for a fun 5k run this morning with good friends, for a fun time at the fair, and for going to church solo.


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Day 25-March 16th, 2013

Thankful for visiting with a good friend today. Also thankful for a relaxed lunch with adult conversation :)


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Day 24-March 15th, 2013

Thankful for chapel days at my son's school. I like that God is a central topic at his school.


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Day 23-March 14th, 2013

Thankful for fun play time with my babies, and for inner peace.


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Day 22-March 13th, 2013

Thankful for our bounty and for being able to share a meal.


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Day 21-March 12th, 2013

Thankful for individuals who volunteer their time and talents at church, especially those who work with youth.


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Day 20-March 11th, 2013

Thankful for a pedicure and for nails that finally grew back after my marathon last October.


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Day 19-March 10th, 2013

Thankful for my family, my greatest life blessing.


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Day 18-March 9th, 2013

Thankful for Family Night Out at our parish.


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Day 17-March 8th, 2013

Thankful for Fridays. Always thankful for Fridays, especially this week.


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Day 16--March 7th, 2013

Thankful for naps. So thankful for them...


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Day 15--March 6th, 2013

Thankful for learning opportunities in parenting.


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Day 14--March 5th, 2013

Thankful for being back in choir practice tonight after two weeks missed, but especially after a very challenging day with a crying baby. Two hours away is sanity.


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Day 13--March 4th, 2013

Thankful for health, for all our family members.


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Day 12-March 3rd, 2013

Thankful for a stress free weekend.


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Day 11 -- March 2nd, 2013

Thankful for another amazing day: a solo workout at the gym, a trip to the farmers market, a relaxing day of normal stuff at home, and a date night tonight!


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Day 10--March 1st, 2013

Thankful for my many gifts. They come in many forms: a snotty kiss from my baby, a toddler who asks to play with me, a small break during the day to catch my breath and read the scriptures, an opportunity to see a great ballet performance, and a friend who touches my heart.


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Day 9 -- Feb 28th, 2013

Thankful for every chance I get to show my children how much I love them, and tell them too.


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Day 8 -- Feb. 27th, 2013

Thankful for a disciplining opportunity with my son and the chance to spend one on one time with him.


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Day 7 -- Feb. 26th, 2013

Thankful for my children's nap, a rare quiet opportunity to catch my breath and do chores and cooking.


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Day 6--Feb. 25th, 2013

Thankful for smiles and friendly faces in the most inconspicuous places. And thankful for this rhyme :)


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Day 5--Feb. 24th, 2013

Today I am thankful for a great woman--Gladys Coverdale, who raised a great man, my husband. And I'm also thankful for his 40th birthday, for great friends who love and appreciate him, and for time spent together.


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Day 4--Feb. 23rd, 2013

Today I am thankful for the opportunity to connect with other mothers who are on a similar journey raising their kids and sometimes struggling. It's comforting knowing that our "job" is valuable.


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Day 3--Feb. 22nd, 2013

Today I am thankful for our new Friday movie night traditions. They are a perfect way to reconnect after our busy week.


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Day 2--Feb. 21st, 2013

Today I am thankful for the time I spend with my children. It is the most valuable gift I can give them.
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I'm back-- Day 1

This gratitude journal was one of the greatest gifts I gave myself last year.  It was a constant reality check and reminder of all the blessings I have and continue to receive.  I tried several different ways of capturing these sentiments but have been thus far unsuccessful. So here I am again. Thanks for being my audience.

Today I am thankful for friends who are a phone call or text message away.