[Ruthxxx]

New month, new things to be grateful for:

Beverlyjoy wrote:
No matter what is happening in your life. . . lots of good things or not so good things . . . there are always things for which you can be grateful. Knowing this helps put life into perspective.

Please feel free to join in. It feels good!

Studies show that this daily task can have a positive impact in your life.

[Ruthxxx]

+Ted isn't home today but is improving
+ I get to puppy-sit again today
+ it's Canada Day - I love my beautiful country!
+ my filipendula is a cloud of pink in the dog garden
+ we still have lots of local strawberries
+ boat cruise and fireworks tonight
+ my dogs are being very good and loving with the puppy - no jealousy
+ my studio is clean and neat, ready for the next project and clutter

[Beverlyjoy]

Ruthxxx... thanks for getting us started!!!!

- wonderful weekend planned.

- new camera

- sunny out

- wonderful neighbors

- talked to my sister

- we'll be back on July 4th evening to celebrate the following birthdays... Mom, Aunt Mackie & the USA

- friends, family, YOU all, fb, internet, cell phone, music

- automobiles

[Lizz]

• Having finished both postgrad degrees. I have GRADUATED as of yesterday!
• Lots of free time at my hands again
• New enthusiasm for weightloss
• My family
• My friends
• My job
• Sunshine
• Bon Jovi songs - shalalala

[Ruthxxx]

+ another lovely sunny day for this long weekend
+ had a great time on the Lake watching fireworks last night
+ nice puppy-admiration visit from four friends yesterday
+ Ted is doing better and may get home soon
+ a "date" with Ian for coffee this morning
+ have firmed up plans for the breadmaking workshop at the Mill
+ once again am caught up on Mill postings
+ loons are hollering as they do their morning commute between the lakes - I live in a beautiful place

[Ruthxxx]

Me again.
Today I am grateful for:
+ a lovely morning with Ian yesterday
+ found ten chairs that would be perfect with my diningroom table
+ the white shastas and red beebalm are a perfect Canada Day bouquet
+ my three loaves of sandwiches for the church went together quickly this morning
+ I slept right through to 6 this morning - the fan and lavender scent helped
+ Church is not until 10:30 so I can soak in the tub with my second coffee this morning
+ a studio tour this afternoon is a possibility depending on the weather
+ if it rains, I will have time to sew - I have new clothes that need shortening

[Lizz]

• My family
• Cooking day
• 90 minutes aerobic - Yeah!
• Comfy new pants
• An exercise plan for tomorrow morning
• Theatre tickets 50% off
• My friends and colleagues
• Inspiring music

[Ruthxxx]

+ a hot but glorious weekend
+ I seem to handle the heat much better since dropping some fluff
+ nice chat with the Bishop yesterday - he really enjoyed my dogs in Church
+ studio tour with Ian was interesting and I did not go crazy about silver earrings
+ good and healthy dinner last night
+ bedroom was fairly cool with the fan running
+ feeling good this morning despite wakening way too early again

[dcapulet]

My husband does not abuse me or my children

Being out of work means I can study for my exam and enjoy the summer with my kids

The hot weather lets my show off my tattoos and 30 lbs lost

Being up early lets me secretly enjoy the day while others are sleeping

Being on 3fc helps me be grateful for the little things, including that I am not starving or struggling for food

[devnet]

- Nice weather
- Sitting here with my lovebird, who is remarkedly calm and NOT biting me to death (for once)
- On my days off, which is lovely
- Slept well last night
- Listening to the ever amazing Imogen Heap, who always makes me feel good

[1049jess]

I love this idea!

Today I'm grateful for:
My job, which allows me so much time off during the summer!

Fresh fruit and veggies... YUM this time of year!

My grandmother moving closer to me

My husband, for supporting me in my weight loss endeavors!

[Beverlyjoy]

- a wonderful weekend. Still thinking about everything. I loved seeing my friend, Paula.

- last night watching the fireworks with DH and the neighbors at my mom's. Mom came out and watched too. Our sweet neighbors brought my mom a flowering plant for her July 4th bday.

- knowing that I can 'try again' - I have tools

- music

- my family, friends, YOU ALL, internet, cell

- the wonderful roads in this country

[Ruthxxx]

+ a solid night of sleep - rare for me lately
+ all my village planters are doing well
+ got the veggie garden watered yesterday
+ the first cherry tomato
+ black currant crop is nearly ready
+ Disney's ear problem seems to be resolving itself
+ I have a new great judge for the Fair schoolwork
+ bargain gas over at Portland!
+ the mail is starting to flow again

[Beverlyjoy]

- I had a healthy day yesterday... I am grateful.

- a chance to rest up yesterday from a busy wonderful weekend

- a chance to sit with our neighbor who will move as soon as they sell the house.. DH and I sat outside catching up for a couple of hours.

- 'my beautiful painting from the resale shop

- my sister is doing well

- friends, family, YOU ALL, fb, internet, cell, faith, music

- the brewing sound from the coffee pot.

[Ruthxxx]

+ the smell of freshly ground coffee
+ we are getting some badly needed rain this morning - my garden is smiling
+ the day lilies are starting to bloom
+ M. is having a birthday party for her Mother - they are friends again!
+ Disney is seeming less nervous about t-storms. She now wants to be near me rather than hiding under the bed.
+ strawberries, black currants and raspberries are all ready - I love summer fruit
+ plans for the Friday night Fish Fry seem to be in place
+ I have some clothes that fit - no more saggy baggy elephant pants