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The Gratitude Express!

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Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Saturday, October 08, 2005 - 10:25 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
Welcome To The Gratitude Express!

For some reason, the phrase An Attitude of Gratitude has been bouncing around in my brain today. (Maybe because its Thanksgiving!) I think that no matter how crappy we feel, there's always something to be grateful about that we should cling to rather than focussing on the crap.

So today I am grateful because:

1) My dh loves me, I love him dearly, and today is our 6th wedding anniversary.
2) Although having my elderly mom move in with us this past Spring has been unbelieveably stressful, its also been surprisingly rewarding, as we're closer than we've ever been.
3) I've made some neat friends at TVCH!
4) I have some pretty terrific friends in RL - real life too! (One of them even sat with mom for 2 hours while Vin and I went out to celebrate over dinner. My friend is a Personal Support Worker and was happy to make a few dollars tonight and help us out in a pinch.)
5) So for today, overall, life is good. Could be lots worse.

Daily I am going to try and find at least one tiny thing to be grateful for.

Anyone else care to hop on The Gratitude Express to go for an uplifting ride? :-)

Kearie
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07-21-2005

Sunday, October 09, 2005 - 10:20 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kearie a private message Print Post    
Today I am thankful for my DD. She called this morning to tell me she got her package in the mail and it started "OINKING" at her. LOL
I'm grateful for my loving daughter.

I'm grateful for my wonderful family. Parents, siblings...all of them.

I'm grateful for my dog Gizmo, who makes me laugh daily...and rarely leaves my lap. (that is a problem sometimes)

I'm grateful that God loves me and will see me through everything I may go through.

Pamy
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01-02-2002

Sunday, October 09, 2005 - 11:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Pamy a private message Print Post    
Great thread!!!

I am grateful for the most loving thoughtful son in the world, he amazes me everyday.

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Sunday, October 09, 2005 - 3:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful that this thread has started to take off, in a wonderful direction. :-)

I am grateful that although I had food poisoning last night, and I feel really yucky today, at least there was no recurrence. (So far.)

I am grateful that although the new cleaning lady took 5 hours instead of 4, and cost me an extra bit of money, my place is squeeky clean!

I am grateful that I have good friends and I am looking forward to hosting a Thanksgiving dinner party for some of them tomorrow.

And mostly I am grateful that Vince is going to do most of the cooking! YAY!



Bobbie_552001
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03-26-2003

Sunday, October 09, 2005 - 3:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bobbie_552001 a private message Print Post    
I agree Pamy, this is a great thread.

I'm grateful for many things, but my children are truly a blessing from God. They have their "moments" that Mom just doesn't seem to understand, but they have come through their trials a much better person.

Landi
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07-29-2002

Sunday, October 09, 2005 - 5:03 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Landi a private message Print Post    
i posted this in the right now thread on september 29th. and i think this is the best spot for it.

right now,I am thankful:

FOR MY WIFE
Who says it's hot dogs tonight,
Because she is home with me,
And not out with someone else.

FOR MY HUSBAND
Who is on the sofa
Being a couch potato,
Because he is home with me
And not out at the bars.

FOR THE TEENAGER
Who is complaining about doing dishes
Because it means she is at home,
Not on the streets.

FOR THE TAXES I PAY
Because it means
I am employed.

FOR THE MESS TO CLEAN AFTER A PARTY
Because it means i have
Been surrounded by friends.

FOR THE CLOTHES THAT FIT A LITTLE TOO SNUG
Because it means
I have enough to eat.

FOR MY SHADOW THAT WATCHES ME WORK
Because it means
I am out in the sunshine

FOR A LAWN THAT NEEDS MOWING,
WINDOWS THAT NEED CLEANING,
AND GUTTERS THAT NEED FIXING
Because it means i have a home.

FOR ALL THE COMPLAINING
I HEAR ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT
Because it means
We have freedom of speech..

FOR THE PARKING SPOT
I FIND AT THE FAR END OF THE PARKING LOT
Because it means i am capable of walking
And i have been blessed with transportation.

FOR MY HUGE HEATING BILL
Because it means
I am warm.

FOR THE LADY BEHIND ME IN CHURCH
WHO SINGS OFF KEY
because it means
I can hear.

FOR THE PILE OF LAUNDRY AND IRONING
Because it means
I have clothes to wear.

FOR WEARINESS AND ACHING MUSCLES
AT THE END OF THE DAY
Because it means i have been
Capable of working hard.

FOR THE ALARM THAT GOES OFF
IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS
Because it means i am alive.

AND FINALLY, FOR TOO MUCH E-MAIL
Because it means i have
Friends who are thinking of me.


Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Monday, October 10, 2005 - 10:17 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
And I am thankful that Landi posted that lovely poem above!

I am thankful that no matter what, my husband and I love each other.

I am thankful he cooked the Thanksgiving turkey.

I am thankful I am almost finished cleaning up after over 3 hours.

I am thankful I only have a few more pots to wash tomorrow.

I am thankful I have a dishwasher.

Mameblanche
Member

04-13-2005

Wednesday, October 12, 2005 - 5:38 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
Today I am grateful that mom has an understanding social worker who just kept reassuring me that I'm doing a great job and doing the best I can with mom, even though with my aches and pains, and impatience, sometimes I feel like the worst daughter in the world.
And she let me cry and didn't make me feel more of a fool than I felt.

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Thursday, October 13, 2005 - 7:41 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful for my dh who today was my rock!

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Friday, October 14, 2005 - 4:25 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful that this week is almost over.

Pamy
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01-02-2002

Friday, October 14, 2005 - 6:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Pamy a private message Print Post    
I am grateful our kitty seems to be getting better, I will be more grateful when he stops peeing everywhere.

Citruscitygal
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08-07-2003

Saturday, October 15, 2005 - 6:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Citruscitygal a private message Print Post    
I am grateful that I have TOO much work to do rather than not enough, or no job at all.
I am, really!!!!


Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Monday, October 17, 2005 - 7:30 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I a grateful that I have a friend who also is a caregiver to an elderly parent, like I am, and that we find a moment, once a month to have a 'What About Me?' day. For our 'Me' day today we went to a spa, spent waaay to much money pampering ourselves, and simply relaxed. And compared notes. Kind of like a mini-support group. And for that I am truly grateful.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Monday, October 17, 2005 - 7:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
I am grateful to be enjoying a nice peaceful evening at home in comfy pjs. I am also grateful that all my family is home and safe and sound.

Citruscitygal
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08-07-2003

Monday, October 17, 2005 - 7:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Citruscitygal a private message Print Post    
I am grateful for my friend who listens with compassion and makes me laugh when I think there is nothing to even smile about.
~RG~

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Thursday, October 20, 2005 - 2:20 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful that with mom here, DH and I are even more of a family, if that's at all possible. :-)

Citruscitygal
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08-07-2003

Sunday, October 23, 2005 - 12:34 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Citruscitygal a private message Print Post    
I am grateful for my son. He is the greatest joy in my life. I'm grateful that he comes to visit us often and calls nearly every day. I'm grateful that he involves me in crazy, fun stuff that I don't really have time for, but wouldn't want to miss out on for anything.

Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003

Sunday, October 23, 2005 - 2:03 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
I am grateful for my dh. He is not perfect (thank goodness), but from the moment I met him (in high school), he has been able to make me laugh. Still true today. He's honest, solid and wise. And he genuinely loves me. (Me!!) He has been there for me--and our children--in good times and bad. (He's also a great kisser!) I can honestly say that he truly completes me.

I am grateful for my adult children, whose hearts are so lovely they sometimes astonish me. They bring me joy just being who they are--complex, sensitive, artistic, articulate and loving individuals.

I am grateful for my Herckle. He has helped my children develop into gentle, compassionate yet fun-loving people. He has helped my dh smile on the dark days in our lives. And he has given me the honor of making me feel that I am his special sunshine. I'm not afraid to admit that he is mine; we have a special, wordless bond.

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Monday, October 24, 2005 - 12:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful for TVCH and friends like yourselves.

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Monday, October 24, 2005 - 11:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
Desiderata - by max ehrmann

Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.

Take kindly to the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------:-)

Today I am grateful a friend emailed this to me, and I am grateful for a chance to share it here. I hope you enjoyed it.



Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Saturday, October 29, 2005 - 10:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am VERY grateful that my dh is doing very well after surgery, and should be home tomorrow. :-)

Citruscitygal
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08-07-2003

Wednesday, November 02, 2005 - 10:43 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Citruscitygal a private message Print Post    
I'm grateful that, after way too many days working at client's offices, I get to work at home for a few days.

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Saturday, November 05, 2005 - 8:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I'm grateful I have some very kind, thoughtful and understanding cyber-buddies here at CH! :-)

Mameblanche
Member

04-13-2005

Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 7:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I am grateful I thought enough of myself to go out to Curves today, even though I haven't gone since April, and hadn't gone since December, before that, due to medical issues.
I am grateful that I feel part of a buddy-system/encouragement group here. :-)
I am grateful that my husband is really proud of me that I went to Curves.
I am grateful that I was so happy to be there, and that it felt like 'coming home'.
I am even grateful that I am really sore in places I forgot I had. LOL.
I am grateful I feel so happy.

Ketchuplover
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08-30-2000

Sunday, November 27, 2005 - 7:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ketchuplover a private message Print Post    
I'm grateful that I'm not losing my mind too quickly :-)

Mameblanche
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04-13-2005

Sunday, November 27, 2005 - 9:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
I'm grateful that I have good friends that put up with me even when I am in a whiny, bitchy mood.