[The “Walking” Edition]
- for being able to walk 1 mile without stopping
- for being able to walk 1.33 miles without stopping
- for being able to walk 1.66 miles without stopping
- that my accumulated distance walked today totals 4 miles
- that my ASICs shoes have been such champion performers
- that a kind friend tipped me off to trying them
- for seeing Nature’s creatures (owl, bats, rabbits; cats) as I walk
- for a lovely, safe neighborhood in which to walk
- for cooler weather that lets me actually enjoy walking
Jul 01, 10:18PM PDT | 15 cheers | 8 comments
[The “Life, The Universe, & Everything” Edition]
- for gorgeous & cheap annuals on sale at a local garden shop,
- so that I could decorate my front yard with flowers;
- & that I still had enough energy left to go walking this evening,
- which gave me the opportunity to talk with various neighbors whom I’d not seen in a while,
- as well to meet the new neighbors who are just moving in,
- & the chance to compare notes with folks, learning that houses in our neighborhood are holding their value pretty well despite the bad local economy (cue big sigh of relief here);
- that during my walk I could enjoy the choral music of crickets, the smells of woodsmoke & flowering trees, & the sight of bats combing the air for insects;
- that my husband & I were able to eat out tonight—literally “out” (the weather co-operated so we could sit on the patio at our favorite local BBQ spot);
- & that I had a good long conversation with my folks last night (an hour’s talk, without any rough or raw spots, as will sometimes happen)! smile
Jun 29, 08:06PM PDT | 3 cheers | 0 comments
Ice cream. Really, is there anything more sublime after a bicycle ride in the sunshine? Contains carbs and protein, and is cool and creamy…one of the great inventions of humankind.
My husband – a stellar tandem captain
Good health that allows me to ride ride ride.
Summer sunshine, with a few cool breezes just so it isn’t too hot.
Living in such a beautiful part of the country.
Jun 28, 08:14PM PDT | 2 cheers | 0 comments
[The “Home & Garden” Edition]
- that the necessary dishwasher repair was minor & (relatively) inexpensive,
- & completed this morning (not next week!),
- by a local family-owned company (instead of the big national chain);
- that I did extra cleaning because I knew the repair service would be coming in wry grin
- & as a result the kitchen looks much nicer for me to enjoy;
- that the sun is shining beautifully & the house is air conditioned (it’s hot & humid again today);
- that the cut flower bouquet I bought (roses) has lasted nearly two weeks(!)
- & that the newly-transplanted roses in the front garden seem to be doing fine;
- & for strong coffee (& a single doughnut “splurge”) smile
Jun 25, 07:36AM PDT | 14 cheers | 0 comments
-Friends who care about me and make me smile.
-Our A/C is still working, even though it qualifies as ancient.
-A beautiful late Spring day!
-A surprise cancellation of a rehearsal which gives me some free time.
-A nice conversation with a work colleague about her two sons.
-Healthy children.
-Having money in the bank to pay our final municipal taxes.
-Pets who were both happy to see me when I got home tonight.
-Free pizza lunch at work today (it was delicious!).
Jun 17, 04:04PM PDT | 19 cheers | 3 comments
Today I am grateful that
- I found the maggots in the cat food before they hatched into flies
- the next door neighbor is coming home, so his dogs will be happy and not howling all night
- I don’t have to work a full day; I can come home early and take a nap to make up for lost sleep
- Emma thinks she can manage to bring her F grade in biology up to a C if she does extra credit
Jun 12, 07:48AM PDT | 3 cheers | 0 comments
[The Nature Edition]
- for crickets chirping
- & lightning bugs glowing;
- for cardinals nesting in the hedge,
- woodpeckers drumming & chirring,
- & goldfinches flitting by;
- for fragrant honeysuckle,
- gorgeous roses,
- & beautiful ferns in hanging baskets on the porch;
- for the terrific taste & color of fresh raspberries
Jun 11, 08:28PM PDT | 17 cheers | 17 comments
-The rain clearing up by the time I left work tonight;
-Two healthy sons (who give me gray hair!);
-43Things friends;
-43Things friends with good memories;
-Warmer late Spring weather;
-Having a job that allows me to work to live;
-Someone at work who asked me a technical question and I knew the answer, lol;
-A comfortable bed and pillow to rest my tired body on;
-People who put up with me when I’m feeling down.
Jun 09, 08:34PM PDT | 13 cheers | 2 comments
- for lovely fresh raspberries on sale at the store
- for really tasty meals at both lunch & supper
- for having had a good visit with A.R. today
- for finding my bankcard that I had thought was lost(!)
- for having been able to help someone learn a new (to them) software application
- that I will have a full-time job again for Q4 (even though there’s no work for me during Q3)
- that the bright side of no summer work means a chance to refresh myself, building up my reserves & overall health
- for having had the chance to celebrate the birthday of a dear friend today
- & for being able to look forward to celebrating my husband’s birthday tomorrow
Jun 09, 08:31PM PDT | 12 cheers | 2 comments
-A warm home on a cool morning;
-The sun, peeking out of the east, in the blue sky;
-Technology;
-A comfortable pillow;
-Cold and sinus medication;
-43T friends;
-43Things;
-A job to rush off to;
-The caring that friends show to me.
Jun 08, 04:20AM PDT | 12 cheers | 0 comments