I'm grateful today for surprising moments. I'm not a particularly adventurous person. I don't seek out thrills or out-of-the-ordinary things. However I try to never say no to new opportunities. So when my friend Jennifer suggested we go to a "Field and Vine" experience, I quickly accepted the invitation. The Field and Vine events are catered…
Time for Gratitude: Day Six
Today I'm grateful for lazy days. Once in a while- being lazy is a gift.
Time for Gratitude: Day Five
Today I'm grateful to have the resources needed to get veterinary care for our little critters. Yesterday I was in a training and we practiced saying, "we get to" instead of we "have to". I started by saying "I have to take the dog to the vet tomorrow". Through the exercise, I rephrased it by…
Time for Gratitude: Day Four
Today I'm grateful for the mints that some restaurants have in little baskets by the entrance.
Time for Gratitude: Day Three
Today I'm grateful for sunny days. Not just sunny because the sky is blue and the sun is shining. But those days when it's simply good to be alive. Days when people smile, listen, and laugh. Days with puppy dogs and hugs from friends. Days with cozy slippers and comfort in abundance. Days with…
Time for Gratitude: Day Two
Today I'm grateful for unexpected learning opportunities. -Cora learning I've come to the conclusion that I "don't know what I don't know". I always try to remain open to the chance to learn new things- whether it's professionally or personally. Sometimes I'm prepared to learn and other times the lessons come out of nowhere. May I…
Time for Song Lyrics: Beginning to Feel the Years
"Beginning To Feel The Years" by Brandi Carlile You carry me along with you Keep my spirit strong you do Maybe I was meant to be under your lock and key The hard times that I had Really don't seem all that bad Yesterday is long ago and far away And I'm beginning to…
Time for Gratitude: Day One
Today I am grateful for those who understand me completely and love me unconditionally.