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I am grateful:
1. for a mild, beautiful day
2. for the technique of focusing on what is wanted and on the solution
3. for waking up with a dream in mind
4. for The Band’s song, “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down”
5. that the breakfast place I went to, the supermarket, and the bus stop were in close proximity, necessitating little walking

A profound book which goes into many of the mysteries of life from a spiritual point of view. I was deeply moved my the refreshing depth of the author’s grasp of the things he writes about. I have tried some of the suggestions he gives to good result.

I am grateful:
1. for a good session of journal writing, which led to a beneficial action
2. for the realization that I’d better not do the offensive thing others do to me back at them, if I want to remain at peace
3. for the recent deliveries from BMG Music, UNICEF and Amazon
4. for the openness of the future and the sense of infinite possibility
5. that I finished a book

I am grateful:
1. that I was able to express my feelings to someone
2. for all the people who joyfully use their bodies
3. for my ability to live joyfully in my body
4. for iPhoto
5. for the joyful, relaxed time reading at a nearby cafe

I am grateful:
1. for “unsubscribe” links on e-mails
2. for the potential for openness
3. for good books
4. for herbal tea
5. for the “drag and drop” capacity on computers
6. for my electric toothbrush
7. for the body’s healing capacity
8. that we are dying and being born all the time

I am grateful:
1. for lots of time to just relax and do nothing
2. that I could fit into my old thinner black jeans from an earlier phase of my life
3. for Toblerone
4. for the warm water soak of my sprained ankle
5. for a neater table/desk
6. for the mellow vibe in my room, with no lights on and dusk falling outside
7. for the Eric Clapton guitar solo on “Presence of the Lord”
8. for my Planner Pad
9. for eyesight
10. for muscular coordination

I am grateful:
1. for classic Yes music
2. for the laugh I had in response to one of my thoughts
3. for the amazing strength and chewing power of my teeth
4. that I have given up drinking coffee as of a week ago
5. for all the quiet in the house I live in

I am grateful:
1. for quick emergency room care
2. that I have a proper support for my sprained ankle
3. that my ears survived the high volume at band practice. I’ll have to get ear plugs.
4. that my band has a place to rehearse
5. for a replenished supply of spring water

Hi Maria! I am good. I’m glad to hear that you got what you wanted, persisting in spite of obstacles. That’s inspiring to read!
Continued best wishes to you.
Jeff

I am grateful:
1. for the process of healing that I am going through
2. for all the time I have to myself
3. that life is always changing
4. that I and a friend had a meal at a good macrobiotic restaurant
5. for all the books filled with suggestions of things to do

A book that points to several qualities that summarize Leonardo da Vinci’s genius and provides elaborations on them, with many exercises to get your mind operating on his level.

I have to say, the author demonstrates his brilliant mind in being able to so sensitively and comprehensively reveal the master in all his depth.

I am grateful:
1. to have come home after a busy day and relaxed with a good book
2. for ankle supports
3. for my five star songs on iTunes
4. for the good feeling going through my body
5. for seeking out some of the help available

I am grateful:
1. for thinking thoughts of gratitude, while lying in bed last night, which made me feel much better
2. that the swelling of my ankle is down
3. for my lava lamp
4. for the challenge of coming up with things to be grateful for
5. for my delicious haddock sandwich at Christopher’s for lunch

I am grateful:
1. for having gotten the grant done and delivered two days early
2. for water
3. for the fun I’m having with iTunes’ Genius function
4. for the conveniently spaced bus stops, so I can go to where I want with as few steps as possible, as I recover from an injured ankle
5. for Corn Chex

...either. Good luck with your loans, as best you are able to make them.

...was completely abstract, but you addressed the issue accurately and clearly from direct personal experience. I’m inclined to agree with you, but I’d better look at what my experience is and not just speculate.

Thank you for sharing your perspective.

This is currently my most cheered goal, so people must think it is important. So do I, but I have some questions to reflect on.

Is this to be accomplished in every second, in all situations, with all people? In any situation when I am tempted to close my heart, is that the moment to keep it open? There are many aspects of my life that I’m currently tempted to give up on. Is the answer to simply keep my heart open to them? Is there any downside to one with an open heart? Is this intellectualizing about living from the heart? What does my heart say about all this? Is my heart in fact open? Is this goal co-opting my heart’s wisdom, forcing something? Would this goal be better called, Honor My Heart’s Wisdom?

I guess this goal is an experiment in choosing to keep one’s heart open at all times.

I am grateful:
1. for another string of 25 vocabulary words to learn
2. that I got my work done today
3. for Bob Dylan playing on iTunes, currently
4. for the questioning of whether to continue to have peace as my dominant value
5. for the wisdom in Bits and Pieces magazine

I am grateful:
1. for my co-worker, J, and our well coordinated collaborations
2. for the interesting tasting pina colada flavored cashews, found in the bargain bin at the supermarket
3. that the second grant I have to write in the recent period is coming together nicely with time to spare before the deadline
4. for an unexpected check in the mail
5. for an interaction yesterday which cued me to the need for self-love

Yes, it’s much better that way :)

Best wishes on your goals!

...to faith, persistence and patience is very stirring! Thank you.

I wish you success on your chinup goal and all your goals in life.