[Beverlyjoy]

- yesterday was a healthy day- I am grateful.

- a nice and healthy lunch with my mom yesterday

- my helpful neighbor, Alexandra

- keeping it honest when it would be 'easier' not too

- my family, my friends, 3fc, music, FB, internet, cell phone

- a wonderful talk with my son on the phone - so nice

- I love fairytales - it will be so fun to see Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding.

- lost two pounds from last Wednesday

[Ruthxxx]

I am grateful that
- I was able to clear off the hosta bed yesterday
- my leaf blower does a super job
- Leanna is still living next door - I was worried there had been a break-up
- Mark finally cleared the gutters
- Doug has the lights done at the Church for this weekend's concert
- Terri gave me $500 for the Food Bank from the motorcycle club

[time2lose]

* Coffee
* Facebook - great for finding long lost friends
* The ability to change
* Prayer
* Family, friends, indoor plumbing, 3FC, Cell phones and Internet

[cathydoe]

• gloomy days make me appreciate the sun more
• in house washer & dryer
• good nights sleep
• donations for Christmas for Kids
• my lap top in my quiet world of home

[kerielaine]

• This wonderful website!
• Feeling motivated for the first time in months.
• That I'm alive and well.
• For family and friends.
• For the guy in my life that helps me see that I'm beautiful, even though I don't feel beautiful.

[Beverlyjoy]

- waking up with a willingness to keep trying again and willingness to make a plan

- our new furnace warms the house up so quickly

- sure do love my heating pad and bag of frozen peas for my pieces and parts

- DH's good job- so grateful. He loves what he does and they love him.

- next week family is coming for Thanksgiving - smiling just thinking of it

- my family, my friends, 3fc, FB, internet, cell phone, music

- daily gratitudes - I manage find them even when I wake up kinda grumpy or feeling blue

[Ruthxxx]

Beverlyjoy, your last gratitude is also one of mine. Doing this daily gives so much perspective.

I am grateful for
- being able to afford to fly west to visit my DD (today!)
- receiving $2400 in donations to help the Soccer Girls clear the Sweden trip loan
- laughter - last night's Judge Judy just tickled my funny bone
- Barb's poinsettia which gives me a warm feeling every time I look at it
- my crazy Christmas cactus which has set buds after nearly freezing to death on the porch last week
- my new dishwasher which does a terrific job

[cathydoe]

Amen to Beverlyjoy and Ruth for the gratitude comments AND Ruth...my Christmas Cactus is blooming and beautiful. I am so happy!!!

• 2 beautiful blooming Christmas Cactus's in different colors
• Bessie and her long nose that makes me smile
• taking time to stop and reflect on what I have to be thankful for
• a new gift program to sell for my business
• living in a small community where I can call a plumber or electrician anytime and I can trust them (had 2 do both yesterday)

[time2lose]

* Got through the MRI this morning without sedative
* Having a Harry Potter marathon with DD and DS this afternoon
* Sitting on the floor playing with my granddaughter
* My dishwasher
* Family, friends, indoor plumbing, 3FC, Cell phones and Internet

[Jojo381972]

I'm grateful today,

for this wonderful thread and reminder from all my 3fc friends on gratefulness.

grateful for amazing friends and family

grateful for a big loss this week that was unexpected

grateful for my health, and body that keeps me alive

grateful for the kind soul who returned my lost purse today

grateful for hope, joy, and love

[Beverlyjoy]

- willingness to keep trying - every day is a new beginning. I ate in the middle of the night. I am feeling alot of stress and having a hard time sleeping. I will plan for a healthy day.

- DS got a job - we all are so grateful.

- still pretty leaves left on some trees.

- my comfy recliner

- my family, my friends, 3fc, music, FB, internet, cell phone.

[time2lose]

* A fresh start everyday
* More than enough
* My vision
* Good books
* Family, friends, indoor plumbing, 3FC, Cell phones and Internet

[cathydoe]

the sun is trying to come out tomorrow
dh is home and we are getting ready to go OOT to my sisters
payroll is done! (and $$ in the bank!)
Plumber is suppose to come today!
more than enough

[kerielaine]

I'm thankful for:
-my family and friends that have been supportive and encouraging on this jouney.
-3FC!!!
-being able to return to college.
-got out of my marriage in one piece. Today is the day the divorce is official.

[Beverlyjoy]

I am feeling very down... I will try.

- family soon

- DH's positive attitude

- weather looks clear around here for holiday travelling

- DS found a job

- I will find my PMA (positive mental attitude today,even if I have to kick myself)

- my wonderful seniors

see...there are always things for which to grateful, no matter what...