This is Linked up with Seven Cherubs Naomi
she invited us to record daily an attitude of gratitude for one month
Naomi called this the HAPPINESS JOURNAL challenge. read more enteries here
10th April:
I am grateful my friend arrived safely from Melbourne, and that I was well, and able to drive to the right airport to collect her.
11th April
I am grateful to live in a country where so many fresh foods are readily available.
12th April
I’m grateful for Paris mementoes; as well as sunshine, in this beautiful city.
13th April
I’m grateful for eyes that can see the beauty of the world, and ears to hear music. (went to Sunshine Coast market today)
14th April
Grateful for friend’s who are honest enough to say I hate that (about something I was wearing; which I have stopped wearing)
15th April
Grateful my son and his daughters came for lunch.
16th April
Grateful for free enterprise that allows things like West End market to exist and flourish1
17th April
Grateful for sleep.
18th April
Grateful for modern medication: it worked quickly allowing us to go to a family lunch at the new Korean restaurant
19th April
For serenity. (home alone)
20th April
For a clear mind,be able to think things through: planning etc
21st April
To have met new Inspiring People.
22nd April
Unexpected visitors, fabulous food, fun & technological assistance. (AND the hugs of little people)
23rd April
My car and what I can do because I have it, & learnt to drive.
24th April
The Blessings of Easter.
25th April
The ANZACs and the freedom they gave us.
26th April
Great books from free community Libraries.
27thApril
Optimism!
28th April
Good health with great BP. I thought how great it wad doing this Happiness Journal, & whispered a little thank-you to Naomi.
29th April
Time with my cousins watching the wedding but knowing there is a better way
30th April
The ability to make wise decsions. Regardless.
1st May
Insights gained, aha moments, bringing about a re-learning of priorities (slow down girl you move to fast)
2nd May
Deeply Grateful to have an appreciation for the value of life
3rd May
Understanding that learning is an ongoing process. Today I learned a new skill.
4th May
Hug from Surgeon. 11 years. A fabulous sense of health, freedom & independence.
5th May
Feeling like I belong at the writers group. Knowing I do.
6th May
being warm and delighting in cleaning my home
7th May
Beautiful Buildings at Pia’s Book launch today. (There is a post on this coming soon)
8th May
Delightful Mothers Day Phone call.
9th May
I edited my writing and wrote my Heart Foundation Presentation
10th May
Delightful experience meeting new people. Receiving flowers.
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Mandy