Give Gratitude for 5 or More Things Daily:

[Kent]

1. God
2. home
3. loving dog
4. good mind
5. heart and soul
6. friends in real time & online
7. sunshine & blue skies
8. Sunday church service
9. friendly hometown
10. new beginnings
11. another day
12. peace

[MaggieBluIze]

<Subscribed>

1. My sweet precious Aimee.
2. My beautiful daughter Miranda.
3. My loving Dad Donnie.
4. My adorable boston terrier Gypsy.
5. The complete :heartbeat: of my little family, that is my world.

These are my constants and always in my life.

[Okiebug61]

1. Health
2. Red
3. Family
4. My animals
5. Community

[TimilDeeps]

1. chocolate
2. coffee
3. clay
4. humor
5. roaches
6. lo mein
7. greasy grimy gopher guts
8. shoes
9. music
10. vocabulary
11. sunglasses

[DapperButch]

1. tantalizingfemme
2. Mom, sister, nephews
3. Having a job that allows me to live comfortably.
4. My fabulous :dog:
5. My little house
6. Friends who support me and accept me.
7. Health
8. Mobility.

[stepfordfemme]

1. Connecting
2. Sunday postsecret traditions
3. Friends finding their bliss
4. Sunshine
5. Hope and finding what's next

[Kent]

1. this beautiful day filled with sunshine and blue skies
2. another day
3. my sweet dog, Sugar
4. my Belief in God
5. my home
6. my truck
7. my car
8. my great mind
9. my good heart and soul
10. my Grandmother, Mama Lou, for taking me to Sunday school and church
when I was a little kid and for teaching me about God and for being a "true
believer" She taught by example..

[Talon]

1. God...

2. A healthy and whole body...

3. Sweet and gentle puppy kisses...

4. Food & shelter...

5. Good family & friends.

[Kent]

1. God
2. Life
3. Love
4. Happiness
5. Hope
6. Home
7. Rain

[Kent]

C'mon guys... I can't be the only one to post in this thread... Won't you all join me in giving gratitude? We all have something to be grateful for whether we realize it or not. I hope that if you are reading this thread, you'll find something to be grateful for in your life. Go ahead and try...

1. God
2. Sugar
3. Love
4. Health
5. Happiness
6. Friends
7. Church
8. New beginnings
9. Goodbye to old habits
10. Future endeavors

[Canela]

1) God in my life

2) Life itself

3) Family, blood, extended or blended...

4) New life

5) Health and good things

6) Sobriety for 6 years now

7) A clear mind

8) Friends

[JAGG]

50 cent coffee I get everyday in KC.
The incredible unconditional deep love of a 9 yr old.
Femmes .
My wonderful blessed life.
This mild winter.
What the future holds.

[DamonK]

Loving and being loved
Every day of my life
Food and shelter
The dogs
Friends that can throw you a lifeline when you need it

[Glenn]

1.
GOD/DESS
2.
Independent Cat Society and their network of volunteers.
3.
Edy's Slowed Churned Carmel Delight ice-cream.
4.
The 50 degree days here on the beach at Lake Michigan, in the middle of winter.
5.
My knee finially healing after five months of being in pain, on crutches.

[StrongButch]

1) I am healthy 2) The guidance and support of 2 loving parents 3) Nice camera 4) My buddies 5) A peaceful and fullfilling life 6) My jealous cat (lol)

[dixie]

People who care about me

Sugar free chocolates

Cute Hello Kitty things that cheer me up

Treadmills to work out my frustrations

Standup comedy as a background stress-reliever while I fill out a 14 page application for tomorrow

[justanolecowboy]

1. A wonderful God who loves me (despite) of myself always.
2. Beautiful Family
3. Four pawed (babies) that bring me smiles and joy each day
4. Coffee and Peanut Butter! lol
5. The knowledge that complete and true love (really) does exist
6. That dreams can and do come true...(i have proof) :)
7. Health and the ability to be able to help others
8. Positive communication
9. Sunshine
10. Safety at work

[WingsOnFire]

* My pups and how they always make me smile even when I'm crying.
* My Sir and Daddy and the love i have freely given and received.
* My job and the fact that I like coming to work every day.
* For all the times he picked me up off the floor dusted me off and set me back in the right direction. I will be forever greatful for the time we spent together.
* Friends new and old that send a little smile when you need it most.
* For my strength, independence and compassion.

[VintageFemme]

Love
Love
Love
Love
Kisses

[Kent]

1.. God
2. Sugar
3. Clean clothes :)
4. Kelly, my old boss
5. A job offer
6. Green grass
7. Sunshine
8. Blue skies
9. Mild temperatures
10. My lil' house
11. My truck
12. My Civic
13. Food
14. My Little Sister
15. Music

[little_ms_sunshyne]

1)family
2)sweet friendships
3)a warm bed
4)music
5)bfp

[deb0670]

1. God
2. Family
3. fur babies
4. Dear Friends
5. The ability to learn from my mistakes
6. Music
7. My job

[Ang]

1. Health
2. the ability to forgive
3. laughter
4. reconnecting
5. friendships

[Soft*Silver]

a desk and chair for my shop office!!!

I am staying in Rose Cottage and not moving

being 50 something...lord I am SO Grateful!

my shop...my dream come true

breasts. Amen. Thats all I gotta say...

[odd_boi_out]

1. Coffee
2. Community
3. Sunshine
4. New friends
5. The end of the week :)

[Cid]

1. My kids
2. My home
3. My dog
4. My friends
5. My daughter's friends

[Ginger]

1) My ankle boots
2) My postcards
3) My car
4) My memories
5) My old friends

[Bad_boi]

Warm bed
Friends that care about me
buses to help me get places
yummy tea
My cat
That ducky is okay
meditation

[stepfordfemme]

1)Inspiration
2)Early Morning Silence
3)Singing
4)Friendship
5)My Job, its tough & tries my patience- but I have one.

[justanolecowboy]

1. Loving God (always at the top of the list)
2. The miracle of a God sent love in my life
3. Wonderful parents....who at their age - (still) amaze me
4. Sunshine
5. Perchance a time for some (down time) from work.
6. (new) copies of GEEK and Guitar Aficionado Mags

[Kent]

I just want to thank everyone for posting on this thread. It's nice to read so many great things to be grateful for and to smile while doing it.

1. God
2. Sugar
3. bfp
4. online friends
5. real time friends
6. the privilege to make online friends real time friends
7. music
8. love
9. sunshine
10. blue sky
11. temps in the 70's
12. some great steaks to grill later
13. company of a new friend later
14. life
15. feeling like living again

[Spirit Dancer]

Great Spirit~Everyday
My Family
Cosmic Connections
Sage Advice
Prayer

[Sweet Bliss]

fresh new day
still laughin'
pets
unseen hands
a trip to the beach, gawd it was grand..... found a tiny crab skeleton....

[justanolecowboy]

1. God (and) her (and) family (and) the four paws :)
2. I was able to find some old stained glass for a door project
3. Sunshine (again today)
4. Time for work projects
5. Good Buddies who (are wiling) to help with work projects...lol!

[Blade]

My God
My Family both chosen and blood
Food in the pantry and freezer
The birds that visit my feeders daily
Yesterday's snow and the fact that it is gone today
The four legged heaters that sleep with me
The love stories in the Bible, that give me hope in finding unconditional, understanding love
The Carolina blue skies

[StrongButch]

1) My buddy K knows hy can talk to me and ill listen 2) My Moms love 3) Laughter 4) flea market today 5) My drum which is my heartbeat

[Kent]

1. God (and) her (and) family (and) the four paws :)
2. I was able to find some old stained glass for a door project
3. Sunshine (again today)
4. Time for work projects
5. Good Buddies who (are wiling) to help with work projects...lol!

Cool, you found some old stained glass... I bet that was not easy to find. And good buddies who help with work projects are priceless.

Thanks for posting on the thread.. Keep it up.. Have a great week!!

[Kent]

1) My buddy K knows hy can talk to me and ill listen 2) My Moms love 3) Laughter 4) flea market today 5) My drum which is my heartbeat

Hey SB, good to see you posting on this thread. Who's your buddy K? Just curious... Have a great week and keep posting here.

[Kent]

My God
My Family both chosen and blood
Food in the pantry and freezer
The birds that visit my feeders daily
Yesterday's snow and the fact that it is gone today
The four legged heaters that sleep with me
The love stories in the Bible, that give me hope in finding unconditional, understanding love
The Carolina blue skies

Blade, hey.. I'm really interested in those love stories you're reading in the Bible. Can you fill me in on where to find some of them? I've been reading my Bible daily for 30 minutes or so, just to be reading. Now I'm reading about the Maccabees and Judas Macabeus.

It's good to see you post on this thread. Keep it up, all posts are welcome.
Have a great week!

[Kent]

1. God
2. Sugar
3. Friends
4. Church
5. Food
6. Home
7. New beginnings

[justanolecowboy]

1. God (and) her (and) family (and) the four paws
2. Projects accomplished
3. Warm crackling fire
4. Coffee
5. A good visit with my brother

[Blade]

Warm cover
Girl Scout Cookies
God's Blessing Last Night
The Christmas Elf
Quiet Neighbors
ESPN

[EmpressM]

God
Being healthy and intact
The neurosurgeon that saved my life
My fitness coaches that have helped me come so far
Coffee mmmmm

[odd_boi_out]

Validation
Sleep
Milkshakes
My bike
Conversation

[PoeticWitch]

1. Being Alive
2. My Love, My Partner
3. My Furbabies
4. My Friends
5. My Family

[Blade]

My Pastors ability to teach instead of preach
Friends who worry about me when they don't hear from me all day
For the help from my co-workers when they see me in a bind
Living in a small town, probably 25 yrs behind some folks say, but I love it
Direct TV
Quiet time and meditation

[justanolecowboy]

1. God (and) her (and) family (and) the four paws
2. Meditation and Prayer time
3. The pleasure of long phone conversations that bring joy
4. Kitchen project (progressing)
5. Deeper commitment to #2

[DamonK]

Music, always.
The dogs and their unconditional love. I suppose even Her Royal Highness, the Holy Terror.
Loving and being loved.
A park near my house that I can wander in during the middle of the night.
Iced coffee.

[deb_U_taunt]

1. my family

2. my friends

3. dogs, especially the one currently letting me be a part of her life and the ones in my life before her.

4. health insurance!!

5. art

[Spirit Dancer]

The Elder's and their lessons
A doctor with insight
Family and Chosen Family
Hearing the kiddo sing and catching it on video
My Son texting me how much I mean to him.
Memories that sustain
Life
Tears for without them there would be no reminder to be grateful.

[Blade]

Indoor plumbing
the teachers
swamp people
wild life in my yard
endurance
my Savior

[DamonK]

Her, always
Music, always
Good news
No more Access
Loving and being loved

[clay]

1. my life...
2. love of amazing people
3. discovery of.....:)
4. music
5. my fur baby

[Kent]

1. God
2. Sugar
3. unconditional love
4. friends
5. my sister
6. sunshine and blue sky
7. friendly and caring PA, Tony, nurse Tony and all the other people that helped me today in the ER.. I had a big splinter in my hand and my bp was a little high..
8. the sweet lady I gave a free coffee coupon to this morning
9. this place, bfp planet
10. life

[Blade]

Blessed Assurance
Candles
Kleenex
my Bible
warm dry socks

[PearlsNLace]

1. my fiance
2. Joxer the Mighty- my 40 lb corgi mix of a mutt
3. my nursing degree, and all the support I had to get it, cause let me tell you, many many helped me get there (Maybe even YOU)
4. health insurance
5. music- especially right now, the Serius radio service in the car. what a joy that is
6. My faith- Im still hunting for an interfaith church that will be right for my family- but I believe it is out there. Even if I have to help create it.

[Jean_TX]

- my health
- my natural curiosity (which keeps me constantly entertained)
- my pet moose and faithful rooommate Ralphie (stuffed toy)
- my bikes
- cookies (any kind, not very picky)

[DamonK]

Music, always
Her, always
Support given to me
Going on walks
Loving and being loved

[peachy]

1.The pantomime I went to last night which was fantastic, and the principle boy Prince Charles for slapping her thigh twice to everyone's delight.

2.My school friend sitting next to me laughing so hard.

3.Having to stand up to have Happy Birthday sung to me by the whole theatre. Bit embarrassing but sweet.

4.My daughter holding my hand while they did it 'to keep me company because she thought I might feel shy' and because 'she wanted everyone to know she was my daughter'.

5.How my little girl takes hold of my heart and pulls it further and further outwards every single moment of every day.

[Blade]

my Bible verse app (it is the bomb)
all those who helped my sister last night
the Angels
daffodils
lotion

[Kent]

1. God
2. Sugar
3. My little Sister
4. New Friends
5. Church
6. New Electric Skillet my little Sister gave me
7. Bacon and Eggs
8. Plans for the future
9. Finding Joy in the Little Things
10. Love
11. Peace
12. Happiness

[Blade]

Pastor Randy's sermon
Kent's new thread (looking forward to this)
thanks and reps
safe travels
the coming sunshine

[justanolecowboy]

God and (her) love and (family) and (pups) - always.
(borrowing from Blade)- the new True Believers thread - looking forward
God's grace always
my mom's chocolate chip cookies!
Good friends

[Sweet Bliss]

a fresh new day

the power of no

the body's ability to heal

sunshine in my window

two red cardinals AGAIN this morning saying "Howdy" :byebye:

[Kent]

Pastor Randy's sermon
Kent's new thread (looking forward to this)
thanks and reps
safe travels
the coming sunshine


Just so everyone knows, the new thread "TRUE BELIEVERS" was justanolecowboy's idea. All I did was help by coming up with some words to start the thread. He helped me with an edit before final release too.

[Kent]

It's so good to see the posts on this thread. I used to think that I did not have anything to be grateful for until I realized that I have plenty to be thankful for and in that I am grateful.

1. God
2. nice people who care about others
3. true sincerity
4. church
5. friends
6. life

[JAGG]

A blue sky !!!!
Easing drought conditions.
My co-workers.
My charmed life.
Clear dry roads.

[DamonK]

Music, always
Her, always
Things falling into place
Perhaps not traditionally, but an income trickling in
And....even though my stress level is fixing to go up a notch bc it is almost finals week...I'm grateful for the ability to go to school.

Will someone please remind me the above last statement in about a week please n thank you?

[Degotoga]

My family (bio and chosen)

Amazing friends

My clan of rescued furbies :paw: (Who rescued who?)

My home

A truly blessed life

[Kent]

1. God
2. Faith
3. Hope
4. Sugar
5. Love

[Greco]

My Precious Creative life

Family

My Love

Friends

Mother Nature (+ Universal Force)

Intelligent, resilient, sensual,
Women

Running

Books

Music

Precious animals and

did I mention great food.

I am Grateful, Life is good, Greco

[Kent]

1. God
2. Sugar
3. Hope
4. Faith
5. Love
6. Peace
7. Understanding
8. Blue sky
9. New Friends
10. Old Friends
11. Chosen family
12. BFP community
13. Sunshine
14. Green Grass
15. Spring time weather

[Blade]

Time spent with precious people
Dinner with my brother last night
Mom's incentive to get the ball rolling a little bit
The pretty snow yesterday as I was driving
This Sabbath Day

[Novelafemme]

1. New Hope

2. Unconditional Love

3. Trust

4. Inner Peace

5. The Future

[Kent]

God
Sugar
Friends
Hope
Faith
Love

[Greco]

older sisters

nieces

gentlemen nephews

My Love

A second chance

Guides

Grateful, Greco

[Bad_boi]

Meditation
Pretty lights at night
Warm bed
Friends
Family

[Kent]

God
My Sister
Sugar
Friends
Faith
Hope
Love

[Kent]

God
Sharon
Sugar
Friends
Sunshine
Blue Sky
Warm Weather
Green Grass
Birds Singing

[Sweet Bliss]

:rrose:

:chocolate:

:tea:

:bbq:

:marketbicycle:

[KCBUTCH]

Sobriety
Truth
Willingness
Spirit
Life
Reality
Agape International Spiritual Center
Michael Bernard Beckwith
Rickie BB
Love
Forgiveness
Re-cognition of self
Today
Focus
Faith
School

[Novelafemme]

A roof over my head and a warm bed to sleep in. Because so many people have neither.

Hobbies!! For me it's aquascaping and crocheting.

A supportive and non-micro-managing boss! I lucked out in this department big time!!

The best daughters in the world. Although that younger one makes me pull my hair out some days!

Puppy kisses. From a sleepy puppy is even better. ;)

[Kent]

God
Sugar
Sharon.. where is she?
All that I have
All that I am
All that I will become

[Spirit Dancer]

Infinite Wisdom
Sage Advice
Peace Within
Truths
Time

[Blade]

Midweek Bible study
Supper with Mom
realizations
nature walks
peace

[Sun]

My health
My Family
Friends old and new
Laughter
Sunshine
Work
Home
California
Daily blessings

[deb0670]

1. Ethan is out of the hospital.
2. He is in a Rehab place designed to help him get his strength back
3. i have some wonderful friends and chosen family.
4. i get to sleep in my own bed.
5. Get to start working again on Sunday.
6. my school gave me an extra week to get caught up on school during this time.

[Blade]

Pastor Randy's sermon
unanswered prayers
energy
sacrifices
speed bumps in the road

[fever]

I think it is very important to our spiritual psyche to give gratitude.

1. Living on a hobby farm and watching the lambs being born. New life is always so blessed.
2. Darling grandchildren who give me a second chance at being a better person.
3. Two grown children who love me. They don't always show it, but I know they do.
4. Living in British Columbia, one of the most beautiful places on earth.
5. Forgiving myself for everything I should have done when my mom was alive.

[SexyVirgo]

For my cat, Shadow, who just walked across the keyboard and
made me smile as I untyped his typing.

For my beloved lover, Kooch, who has healed so much of me.

For a warmish day where I could ride my bike.

For my local park, so pretty and convenient

For my sister, who is also an amazing friend.

[Chelsius]

1. The sunshine we had today
2. Nature and Earth, just for being Earth
3. My family
4. The ability to practice individuality
5. THE SNOW IS FINALLY MELTING!

[nanners]

Today I am grateful for:

My family, who is actually functional, and loves me very much.
My cat Miss Kitty who just had a greeting ceremony with me after I'd been gone overnight.
My program, and knowing that it is OK not to be perfect as we strive for progress not perfection.
The sunny drive most of the 2 hour drive home.
How happy it makes me coming onto this site and knowing there are others like me, that "get" me, and "get" the butch femme dynamic.

[Blade]

The prayer garden
Beautiful flowers
My peeps
beautiful weekend
Time off from work

[kannon]

Eel
sushi
brisket
sapporo
sarah.

not in that order.

[Greyson]

I am grateful for.........

My wife and friend

My twin sister

children

My friends

My spiritual community and beliefs

My pet ratties, Ginny and Lemon.

I can still take care of myself. I can walk, see, smell, hear, touch, communicate, think, express what is on my mind and in my heart.

[Velvetkitten]

My Children
My Grandchildren
my health
love
forgiveness
a roof over my head
a car
food to eat
The loving people in my life
My dog

[wahya]

My life, My heart, My family,MY health, My sex drive,

[Tommi]

Today*


:playingcat: Cat trees :ballcat:

My first tomato of the season

Electricity :lawnmower:

English garden in bloom

My patio, Zen garden and painting

:artist:

[Blade]

Lunch with a very special woman
A special prophet
The fact that in this country it isn't illegal to carry a Bible or spread the word of God
Long daylight hours
Truely a blessed day

[Kent]

1. God
2. Sugar
3. Church
4. My sister
5. new job
6. God's guidance
7. a new Bible I've been reading
8. my health
9. my good mind and good heart
10. Faith

[Kent]

God
Sugar
My little sister Sharon
Love
Faith
Hope
Home
Sense
Heart

[Kent]

Ok, where's everyone these days? Don't let me be the only one to post in this thread. It's always more fun when there are other posts to read.

I'm just grateful to be alive and happy to be here. I have joy in my heart today and a smile on my face. It's my birthday and God has given me a happy heart and a beautiful day. It feels good to be happy and joyful. I owe it all to God.

Everyone have a blessed day and may peace be with you.

[DamonK]

Understanding and love
Music
One day in time
Closure
One step at a time in a new chapter

[SuddenlyWestFemme]

At dinner every night, me and the kids list 5 things that made us happy that day. :)

I am grateful for:

1. A dog that loves me and is sitting on my feet as I work from home. (I love him even though he barks way too much!)

2. Making a decision to go see the tulips tomorrow with the kids. The decision alone made me smile.

3. Having a job I enjoy that allows me to work from home at times.

4. Talking to a dear friend on the phone about spirituality.

5. The way taking a deep breath feels.

[Gráinne]

Very good news on the work front today
A gorgeous sunny day
Having the technology to uncover my roots, much faster than my mum had (though she did a LOT without Internet or even computer)
Izzy, the tripod who adopted me. What a lovebug.
Homemade waffles for breakfast

(Naturally, I'm thankful every day for health, kids, etc., but I'm trying to write other items than those)

[SuddenlyWestFemme]

I am so grateful that today I have:

Tulips in my yard.
Children in my heart.
A house that is a home.
Laughter at myself.
And an acceptance that I'm right where I am supposed to be... today.

[Kent]

I'm thankful for a loving and wonderful God who has blessed me with a great job and a new life. I did not want to move back to my hometown by any means, but it has been a good experience. I have a nice home to live in and a new job and the people here are so friendly and nice. I'm thankful and grateful for everything that I have and all that I am. It feels good to be able to smile and not even know why I'm smiling.

I hope that everyone who reads this can experience joy and happiness this day and everyday. Peace be with all of you.

[Blade]

The beautiful weather we have had the last 4 days
loyality of my friends
the critters God surrounds me with
my zero turn mower, can't imagine push mowing all this lol
peace and quiet

[SuddenlyWestFemme]

So grateful to be able to spend quality time with my daughter... even if it was all around a WWI essay.

Having delicious soup

Seeing a picture of me from 17 years ago (posted by a friend on facebook) and realizing that I look better now than I did then. (I've grow quite a bit to be able to think that I'm getting older and better and not just older)

A productive work meeting.

I'm so grateful that I was able to get upset at the Senate's decision, but didn't let it ruin my day or take away my joy.

[SuddenlyWestFemme]

Grateful....

That I get to sleep in tomorrow

For a cute clean dog

A warm comfortable bed

I didn't say something during work that I would regret later... even though I really really really wanted to.

Peace and quiet

[Blade]

God taking care of me during a crazy storm last evening
God giving beautiful weather today for travel
People calling or texting me during my travels
Sharing time with great company today
The comfort of my home to come back to
THANK YOU GOD FOR ALL OF THESE THINGS

[Blade]

A well Christmas Elf
Sunshine
A clean kitchen
My new mattress and boxsprings
sprouting seeds...it's almost garden time

[Blade]

Gods Blessings
Keeping my truck going until I could afford to fix it, it was not a shade tree mechanic job. I didn't know it but my water pump was already starting to leak, the timing belt was still good

Guiding my attorney who believe in Him, to make the right choices, to rattle my cage when needed and who guided me to a victory

Gods never ending, unconditional love for His sometimes lost followers

Gods watching over my Dad yet again as he had a very successful surgery Tuesday and though I never thought I'd be thankful for his orneriness, thank you God for that.

Gods blessing me with yet another trip with my parents. I know they won't be around forever and each vacation with them though sometimes trying is still always filled with precious memories.

One more...

Thank you God for giving me parents who I have always known loved and supported me, even when I was a heathen as my Daddy says. I know a time will come when I don't have them with me anymore. But the things I've learned from them will stay a life time

[Mopsie]

I am grateful for:

A second job that will help me pay my bills
Reconnecting with wonderful people at a former job
A great trip home to see my family
That everyone in my family is happy and healthy
For my furry children and their unconditional love

[Kent]

I'm grateful for my life.. There was a time not long ago that I did not want to live anymore, I just existed. I know I have a purpose and a reason to be here. I'm grateful to know this and to be here today.

[Kent]

I'm grateful for this site and the guys and women here that share their experiences and lives with us. I'm grateful for all the resources available here and the people who make this place possible.
Thank You All!

[SugarFemme]

1. I woke up alive this morning LOL.
2. My Father made it through another year to celebrate Fathers Day with us.
3. I am grateful for the gift of today.
4. There was no family fighting at tonight's Dads Day dinner LOL
5. I am THRILLED that my nephew FINALLY came and fixed my wireless so I can watch Netflix and Hulu on the TV.

[girllikeu2]

Tuesday road trips
Opportunities for newness
Cats who let me sleep "in"
Hot coffee with friends
Mornings!

[luv2luvgirls]

I am grateful
for my child, she makes me smile all day
My parents and family love and accept me
my great friends
this old lappy that lets me get on the planet
That I woke up :)

[JAGG]

Strong body

Wise choices

Caring friends

That I live in one of the greatest countries on earth

My life

[Trev]

Waking up to another day

The ability to make my own decisions

For my children and family

For strength and wisdom I gain everyday

For life's simple pleasures

[Kent]

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

WFMCC - Metropolitan Community Church in Wichita Falls, TX

Friends I've met here in Wichita Falls, TX

Sugar

New addition to my family, Sissy

My friend, Nat

[girllikeu2]

Calling friend with kids and finding out her kids are available to entertain my kid.
Free Babysitters
Coffee
Sunny Days
Doors that lock

(note the parent of bored kid theme)

[Daktari]

Being sober..and clean
Having enough money to feed, clothe and house m'self
Folks to love and be loved by
A healthy furry friend
For having half a brain cell left

[Kent]

I'm grateful for being able to realize that I have things, people and pets and to be grateful for having them. I'm especially grateful for my friends and my pets who love me and expect nothing in return. True friendship and real love are hard to come by and I am blessed to have both. I used to not think I had anything to be grateful for and would not even think of being grateful. Life throws us twists and turns and these have made me realize I have a lot to be grateful for and I value this realization.

I'm especially grateful for my two fur kids. Sugar and Sissy give me so much love and I return the love. Unconditional love is the best and the sweetest and I'm grateful for this.

I'm grateful for my brothers and my sisters here and on facebook and here in my hometown too. I'm grateful to have some very loving, caring, and kind friends.

I'm grateful today for a cousin whom I haven't seen or spoken to in quite some time accepting a friend request on facebook that I extended some time ago.

I'm grateful for my life. I just hope that I will be able to make a difference in others lives for the better. I'm grateful for the vision and knowing that is inside me that I will make a difference and I do have a purpose. I'm grateful to know what this purpose is now.

Everyone enjoy this day and may peace be with you.

[Blade]

Summer thunderstorms

God giving me the ability to let go and live again

My future, for I know it will be grand,

For God's beautiful creatures, even the pesky ones

Critter knowledge

[Bad_boi]

Meditiation

My family

My friends

Nature

HRT

[Kent]

I'm thankful and grateful for my religious upbringing and my Faith in the Lord. I'm grateful for my fur kids and the love they give me and I return to them. Grateful to own a home and all that is inside and outside of it along with my vehicles. Also, grateful for friends who understand me and get me.

[Katniss]

I am grateful that after years of crippling drought Georgia is finally getting much needed rain.

I am grateful that I have not just a job, but a career I love and believe in.

I am grateful that my child is healthy, happy and kind towards others.

I am grateful I learned a love of reading early on.

I am grateful I (usually) know the difference between a want and a need and thus have a happy and content life.

I am grateful for moments filled with friends and laughter.

I am also grateful for those moments of silent alone time.

I am grateful for this thread as reading these posts make me smile, and remind me of even more things I have to be grateful for.

Katniss~~ (my cup's so full I'm drinking from the saucer...)

[Genesis]

I am thankful for:


New day, new opportunities,
My Mommy doing better than the last few weeks,
Strangers kindness, prayers and love...
Endless curiosity - reading, writing and contemplating....
I have enough of everything I need to take care of my family and me...

[Kenna]

brave lil hummingbirds

local farmers and their gardens

gracious, generous friends

a full pantry and good meals in lean times

my furbabies and feathered friends that depend on me daily

[BrutalDaddy]

The beautiful and not humid weather in Bangor, Maine.

Being sober which is allowing me to enjoy this job and the places I go.

Having a wife who gave a damn enough to stick around instead of high tailing it before I got sober.

My In Laws that wouldn't let her leave even if she wanted to. :P

Am most grateful for her and our life together.


You and Me Against The World,
Brute.

[Happyfemme]

The very important people in my life
My puppies
My job
My faith
My education
My coworkers
This site
My house
My car

[JAGG]

My truck.
My best friend and her sarcastic veiws, she cracks me up. We are like night and day and I love her to death.
My coworkers and their great work ethic and how they make the work day so much fun.
Miss Maddie and Carly's love .
My bed!!!!!!

[PaPa]

Wonderful friends who interact with me daily.....

A loving family..and the fact my parents are 93 and 87 and still with me....

Family trips an hour from home with Ginger of course....*smiles.

Intellectually stimulating conversations which promote growth for all parties involved....

Technology which allows for communication with others who are not in close proximity...this includes the financial means to obtain them for use....

I feel that blessings abound in my life.

[Kent]

Faith in God...
Thank you Lord for bringing my A/C back on in the Honda.. and For the All The Best Sale I just finalized.. It started out as a Single and ended up being a Triple Play... Plus a $50 Bonus..
Very grateful not to have a migraine headache right now..
My little fur kids..
Little Casa I call Home..
Cable TV to watch tonight before I drift off to sleep

[SassyLeo]

My family arriving from CA tomorrow

My sweet Lily dog

The new fancy fan that arrived today (yay Amazon.com prime!)

Muenster cheese

Really good friends

[Greco]

pace of life
family
art
true friendship
the sea
remembering precious moments
music

Greco

[Bad_boi]

Friends

Family

Things that make me laugh

Pets

High pain tolerance

[Trev]

For the times I am able to be taken back to my roots and use the words of wisdom I heard every day. I may not have known it then, but I know now how very important those words were going to be.

For continued job security

The ability to appreciate and learn from my down falls

For my closest and dearest friend who has been a rock so many times during my journey. I hope that I can be one for her as she starts her new life.

For the many little things taken for granted every day.

[JAGG]

Independence
Freedom
Swimming pools on hot summer days
My health
My motorcycle
Plenty of sleep
A back scratcher. lol
Two scoops of peach sherbert :)
Instant coffee

[Happyfemme]

Wonderful people
As always my puppies
Coworkers with strong work ethics
My love for my job
Using kind words

[Bèsame*]

good friends
Finding the perfect parking spot
Baking skills
Summer nights
Cold watermelon

[sierragirrl]

the beautiful town I live in
my kids
my health
my "rocks"
my pup

[socialjustice_fsu]

Having the freedom to worship as I choose.
Time.
My daughter that has delved into our Creek Indian heritage and has made many discoveries about our lineage.
Intuition. I trust it.
My home - a warm, welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment.

Bonus:
Jasper, Frankl and Dora who share my home.
An instilled appreciation for the fine arts.

[Happyfemme]

My love of researching different topics
My friends from work that I talk sports with frequently
ESPN
The children that I work with
All of my friends on this site
Thinking positively

[Katniss]

That "golden hour" of daylight along about 8:00ish where everything is awash in a soft translucent light and bathed in that golden glow.

Fresh, plump blackberries sweet and juicy right off the vine.

Music that uplifts the soul.

Great Mexican food with a group of fabulous, wonderful friends.

Co-workers who have a high work ethic and are dedicated and dependable.

A cat that is currently licking my toes.

A week long vacation starting this Friday.

Laughter.

Katniss~~

[sierragirrl]

my soon to be 93 yr old grandmother
my cat
being able to see the sun rise and set each day
getting stronger every single day
everything will heal but it will take sometime until then watch out!:readfineprint:

[Happyfemme]

My office at work
As always my puppies
The staff I work with, they are always appreciative of the trainings I present even if the topic is a little boring
DVR
The conference I might be able to attend

[Sweet Bliss]

Reviewing what I want, realizing it's doable.

My strong peasant stock DNA

My many gifts to share

My strength to keep loving laughing giving

My BFF, thank you my Love

My Reiki Master Teacher Elizabeth, she sent energy to me when I thought I couldn't survive my heart surgery, and yet I did, thank you Elizabeth, thank you.

[Genesis]

Being able to breathe
Mom still being the fighter that she is...
Being able to stop and analyze each situation in a clear head
Having true friends who let me come undone
One more day to make it bettah than yesterday...

[thedivahrrrself]

1. My luck and the opportunities I've had because of it
2. My job and the folks I work with
3. That over the last few years, genuinely good and (mostly) kind people have been finding their ways into my life. I have good friends, and I have had good relationships with good people.
4. The ability to start over and re-invent myself every time my long-term plans fall through, new beginnings
5. The fact that as I learn more about myself and deal with crap from my past, I am starting to recognize when something is unhealthy. I'm realizing when I'm letting myself be manipulated, when I'm being self-destructive, and when other people are trying to control me.

[deb_U_taunt]

my health is improving

living in a wonderful area

GREAT friends

technology

serenity

[Blade]

Laughter
Cooler weather
The lack of strife in my life
The future
Puppy luvs

[JAGG]

Clean laundry all folded and put away.
Fresh cut grass.
Dinner cooking while I was cutting the grass, and was ready as soon as I was finished.
Ice cold beer on the patio.
Frozen Coconut Fruit Bar.
Phone call from my sunshine shadow.

[Happyfemme]

My puppies as always
My work and the staff that I supervise who are good listeners and problem solvers
The feeling of accomplishment after getting alot done at work
Coming home and making a nice dinner
This website

[Glenn]

Thank-You GOD-DESS;

For being as true as the stars.
For being as gentle as the breeze.
For being as good as the rain.
For being as warm and bright as the sun.
For being with me.
For Being. Thank-You!

[Soon]

a nice lunch with my brother after a long absence
better health
a comfortable home
a good ride
strength

[MissItalianDiva]

The ability to march to the beat of my own drum
Sunshine
Beating the odds
My wonderful family
My dad's spirit watching over me
Aha moments
My life
The air I breath
The ability to cook my way out of mind boggling problems
WTF moments that crack me up
Laughter
Annoying chirper birds outside my window who think 4am is time for them to chirp
...life in general

[Happyfemme]

Positive thinking
Happy thoughts
Being kind to others
Great conversations
When others are kind back

[SirLucian]

My Home
My Health
The Sunset
The work I got done today
Playing on BFP
:sunglass:

[Blade]

Just one big thing today...Dish Network brought back channel 3 today Mom is happy happy happy. And we all know if Mom aint happy aint nobody happy. ALL of her shows are on channel 3

[Katniss]

My screened porch. In the South where there are 11 mosquitoes per cubic inch of air, and you look like a karate master when you make your way to the mailbox, a screened porch is a necessity.

Feeling the air charged with energy as a very thunderous storm approaches.

The smell of homemade spaghetti sauce that simmered all day yesterday and I heated tonight for the kiddo's favorite meal.

The fact my daughter loves school and was still excited and happy when the day was done.

Going over fall planners and schedules and anticipating all the lovely events to come.

Grape Nehi, in bottles, from the little produce stand down the road. We only allow ourselves one when we go so it is an extra special treat. The kiddo (and I) love them!


Katniss~~

[sierragirrl]

shooting stars to make wishes on
my dotters
good books
sweet deer
awesome music

[peachy]

My ex husband apologised for the way he has treated me this week and said he will always love me. I wish his feelings about me didn't affect me so much but they do. He's the closest family/friend I have aside from our daughter. So glad the air is cleared.

I came out to my mum today so that's a relief. She didn't say wow that's great but she didn't say eew either. I'm guessing she thinks it's just a phase but so what it's a big weight off my shoulders anyway, and I can honestly say that I don't care what she thinks, if she can't see how what's good about it, she is missing out on something, not me.

I keep crying every time anyone is nice to me which feels awful and is inconvenient but maybe it's a sign I'm letting go of the last 4 years at last and can soon start afresh.

Grateful that even though it's tough I haven't had a drink for over a year, and when I wondered yesterday about drowning my sorrows the thought of the taste of alcohol made me think eugh...

Glad that even though I have been feeling really unstable I don't need to take those gross antidepressants and the herbal remedies seem to be just about holding the beast at bay. I must be at least 40% better than I used to be so that's a major improvement and you can't unlearn what you learnt so the only way is up.

[peachy]

Thank God the vet says the dog has an infection and he has perked up a bit now. I thought he was having a heart attack when I walked in the door. It was awful. I'm not ready to say bye to him no way. So relieved. Thank you thank you thank you God.

I passed my course.

Picnic with a good friend who I'm so glad I met.

A surprise invitation to take part in a promotion day where I will meet all sorts of people, and apparently there is to be a free hugs event which isn't something I've been involved in before but sounds like fun.

Chips and curry sauce for tea.

[peachy]

Going to the seaside today. The Sea. The Sea. Love The Sea.

With someone who has been too ill to do things with us for many years.

5 new to me dresses coming to the seaside with us. Given to me by my friend who has gone down a size since becoming a dance instructor.

The tight red one looks Ding Dong if I do say so myself

The others are a bit more 'Dallas' than I'm used to but it feels nice to wear someone else's look when they are more daring, maybe it will rub off on me.

[sierragirrl]

trying on all my pants this morning only to find one pair that will stay up.

an incredible surgeon who is happy with my progress and said keep doing what your doing cause its working :\

my family

the city, while it is crazy and too busy for me it is nice to soak up the city life for the day and it makes me so thankful for where I do live.

the beautiful blue moon

letting my walls down and getting to know people :tea:

I am grateful for where and who I am in my life right now
and that's pretty fukin incredible :praying: :spruceup:

[Artzy76]

* I am so grateful for the positive energy ever flowing in and around me today.
* So much gratitude for the love and support from & for my friends and family.
* Thank you for the compassion & forgiving heart that I've been blessed with today and everyday.
*So grateful for the open doors and opportunities that present themselves abundantly today.
*I am deeply grateful that peace and acceptance is appearing in my heart and in all my affairs.

[WingsOnFire]

My current happiness..
My pups...
My cellphone still having enough charge to work..
The weekend is here...
Finances are atleast manageable...

[o'queery]

Being able to recognize fears and deal with them head on

Consistency

Having empathy without allowing others to be codependent

This delicious homemade chicken pot pie i am now eating

Being pushed into being something better than i already am (thank You)

[JAGG]

That it's Friday with a fun weekend ahead.

That I am healthy and fit and can enjoy my life to the fullest without limitations some people suffer daily.

I probably sound like a broken record sometimes but I truely mean it I am grateful for the life I live I love my life.


Always be grateful for my angels who watch over me .

For my twin even though I want to choke her sometimes, I don't think I could live in a world that didn't include her.

[Artzy76]

*Today I am feeling love and immense gratitude for the challenges today that will lead me and teach me to live in love, gratitude, & positivity.
*Absolutely grateful for everything in life is coming to me so easily and effortlessly.
*I am deeply grateful for my ability to love without limits or expectations.
*So much gratitude for having a job that I love.
*I express so much gratitude for acts of kindness that happen everyday!

[SirLucian]

My boi
My home
My life
The girl who My enter My life
All the work I am completing

[Katniss]

An extra long weekend that includes visits from friends and loved ones.

Having multiple vases filled with all manor of flowers and blooming things from the garden scattered about the house. An orange rose, still greenish hydrangea blooms, combined with a burgundy wood flower make a rather striking combination.

Steaks marinating for a lovely grill-fest this evening.

Going to attend the largest independent book festival in the nation this weekend. Over 300 authors, music, book as art, etc. Wheeeee!

Having my head in the clouds and leaving for a hot air balloon festival soon. Hoping to take some nice photos of the event.

My almost completed art project!

Having those you love to share all of the above. I've done the math, it really does increase the enjoyment factor!


Katniss~~

[Joness]

1. Having good health
2. Having a toilet that flushes, if I lived elsewhere in the world that might not be the case.
3. My beautiful home
4. Passion for life
5. The knowledge I have of the Universe, Quantum Physics and the constant impermanence of life

:hangloose: stay cool x

[sierragirrl]

the tip top of my grateful list this morning::

1. early morning phone calls
2. having hym in my life, respecting me, getting to know each other slowly & with no pressure :cheer:
3. the sun that is about to come up
4. my child is happier then she has been in along time
5. my family circle always being there for me
6. I am in a good peaceful place inside out
7. the planet thank you for putting in all the hard work y'all do I know it ain't easy
:bouquet:
8. open minded folks, like me, love me, hate me, judge me, whatever you wish my world still spins
9. fall is so close I can smell it...might be that its harvest time that I am smelling
10. pumpkins!

[Nic]

Gratitude for:

1) My job. No other work challenges me this much or satisfies me more. Looking forward to another 15 years.
2) The people that work with me. They're the best of the best.
3) Fast thinking tech who called about "Ruby", a red point Siamese whose person brought her to the EC because she was mysteriously lethargic. Yes it's cute that Ruby will chase and eat grapes. Glad you got photos for your My Space or FB or whatever page. A dozen grapes later, Ruby's in full blown renal failure and your pictures might be the last you get. No grapes or raisins for your cat-folk. Nor your dog-folk. Nor your ferret-folk too. Unclear in hamsters, mice, rats, pot bellied pigs and rabbits because of increased inconsistency in results but why risk it? An inconsistent consequence isn't a non-existent consequence and no consequence is guaranteed reversible.
4) The smell of DKNY Be Delicious perfume on the sweater she borrowed.
5) The happy tail of "Louis" who gave me a dozen thumps or more before laying down to catch his breath. Good to see him more comfortable. A volunteer is hanging out with him until 10. Then I'll go in to spend the night with my iPad, a couple of books and a 140 lb Newfoundland with COPD and lung cancer who thinks he's a lap dog. No lie. He can have my lap if he wants. No one should miss the chance for a cuddle their last night on earth. Second hand smoke people. Think about it.

* Other foods your fur-folk should avoid besides grapes and raisens: garlic, onions, chives, chocolate, caffeine, canned tuna, raw liver, Xylitol, avocados, nuts, apple cores, smoked meat or "jerky", banana peels, fat trimmed from meat or bones, spontaneous toys made of walnut shells or the pits from fruit like peaches, raw eggs, wild mushrooms, dairy, and - because it appears to need saying - NO BOOZE

[JAGG]

I got to play basketball today.
Spent some time with my neices this afternoon at the pool.
I got some great deals at the farm and feed store today.
I got some great smelling homeade soap reminds me of my grandmother. :)
My sprinkler system.

[Medusa]

GRATITUDE!

* I am really, really grateful for all of my sistergirls.

* Really grateful for an amazing blood family even when I kinda want to slap them!

* Thankful for my body and all the ways it talks to me.

* Thankful for the ability to think and reason and for being able to say exactly what is on my mind.

* Thankful for the Fall. Looking forward to the smell of leaves, the crackle of a fire, and all of that fluffy stuff that is all cuddly and warm!

[peachy]

Grateful for all the people who share their hearts, minds, souls and experiences on this board without which I'd be more confused and lost than I am. I have learnt so much about how to treat people. I have gone from clueless to not exactly clued up but I think I am more understanding of good manners now. I have really blown it with the one woman I really want in my life. Maybe if I had known before what I know now I'd have done things better. Maybe with what I know now I can right this wrong one day.

I'm grateful for my women friends who love me and make me laugh. 2 who brought me surprise gifts this week.

Grateful for all the beautiful women I have loved over the years.

Grateful for this oh so sensitive barometer that is my body and the light bulb moment yesterday that in the same way bad things get in and get me down fast and hard, good things move them along just as fast and high.

Glad for my new job and such lovely staff keeping my mind on good things.

[Katniss]

I am thankful the weather is starting to cool just a touch here in the south. The mornings and evenings spent on the porch and blissful indeed.

I am excited that this is the weekend I choose all my spring bulbs and put them in cold storage to pre-chill for planting in late October. I am thinking this year it will be deep purple tulips combined with lovely and serene white tulips. I love having something to look forward to in the spring.

I am thankful that the kiddo and I have a weekend with only one scheduled event to attend so we can have fun working on art projects and birthday and Halloween crafts.

I am looking forward to buying the fall mums and pots of asters to decorate the front entranceway of our house.

I am very thankful that I found an awesome cello instructor so the kiddo can have lessons on the side as well as her orchaestra four days a week. I feel blessed she chose this instrument over all others.

I am happy to have discovered a new poet that I adore and that I have down time this weekend to read his latest work. Feeding the soul.....

[Violette]

My child. So, so, grateful for my child.

Knowing that every feeling, situation, thought, action will pass. Thank god.

Really wonderful food.

A listening ear.

People who see you. Who get you. And love you fully for all of it.

Grateful, grateful, grateful.

[SirLucian]

bacon, egg and cheese made by boy
the rush of walking on roof that is almost T.V.
putting a nice edge on the axe
The sun today
hard, loud music

:explode:

[DMW]

Thanking God for a couple of special Great Danes.
A special Rhodesian Ridgeback.
All the special canines in people's lives.
Their unconditional love.
Dog is God spelled in reverse.
God is love and so Dog is love.

[Sweet Bliss]

Slowly recovering some energy I desperately need.
realizing I might be able to correct my strange body movement after surgery
My fur babies love me with or without long hair
Despite my screwed up whatever this is, I'm excited it's all about me. I think.

Grateful I have decided to spend more time /energy / everything on making me happy.

[Nic]

Grateful for:

FOOD and how lucky I am that going without it is just a matter of logistics and not a way of life

"Noodle" - tabby who's recovering comfortably after having eaten nearly 2 yards of sparkly, metallic thread. (Spools are irresistible ya know)

Phone call from my brother to work out the details of surprising my girl with a trip to Panama for Christmas so she can meet most of my family.

Plans for P'town this weekend.

Her. Every day. Every way.

[Nic]

Grateful:

for the Baystate run on Sunday. Mellow, fast course. Hoping to shave a second or two off my time.

that my girl is coming with me. Nice to have support and encouragement to relax this week and not over think things.

for work and co-workers and not being on call this week or next.

for her. Always.

[DMW]

The beautiful sunrise and the sunset that I enjoyed.
The time to stop and pause and revel in them.
My friends and family.
Food on the table.
The leaves on the trees.
Warm, dry sox.
Hot cup of Irish breakfast tea.
The quiet.

[Violette]

Recognizing my mistakes.

Learning from my mistakes.

Having the opportunity to do better.

Peace.

Quiet.

My lovely child.

[JAGG]

The beautiful huge orange moon this morning.
Finding bonus money in the ashtray.
I won the train race twice today !!! YEE HAW
I came up with a clever solution to a problem I was perplexed by. Brilliant!
My best friend and how much she loves me and how protective she is of me, she is a straight woman but would start WWWIII with anyone who made a jab about gays in front of her. I love her.

[Lady Pamela]

1. I am thankful for the air in my lungs. And for every day I am gifted with to breathe it in.
2. I am thankful to be able to see my wonderful children, grandchildren and all those I dearly care for. My mother went blind when I was just 9 years of age. And it is genetic so I value everything I see with new eyes everyday.
3.I am thankful for life challenges I have endured already. They have brought me to where I am today. And help me to know how very strong I can be when challenged with the unknown.
4.I am thankful for my spiritual gifts and knowledge. It has been aa director, protector and beacon in my life in all areas. And has allowed me to assist others in lifes road to lesson the hardships.
5.I am thannkful to have had such a strong bond and connection with my beautiful mamma. She dierected me even when I fought against her every move. And now that she is crossed over, her words and teachings ring true everyday. They have allowed me to be a better person, mom, grandmother, friend, student and teacher. Thank you mom for staying close, even in your transition and cross over.

[Bad_boi]

Family
Being warm
Insurance
Books
Tea

[macele]

i am grateful for all things momma.

i am grateful that she is still living here with me so that i can love her and appreciate her.

i'm extremely sensitive today. that's all i can say.

[JAGG]

A happy life

Freedom

Awesome coffee

Heat on a frosty morning

Spider Solitare

[Nic]

Grateful for:

the way my surprise Christmas plans are coming along,
how easy it was to come up with a reason she should update her passport,
the last 2 chocolate chip cookies and hot tea,
last night's "you should move in" conversation even though I didn't get the results I wanted,
the results of the more intense conversation that happened after the "you should move in" discussion ended,
co-worker who will dog sit while we're in Panama, and
her. Constantly.

[uniquetobeme]

Today I am grateful for:

The experiences that made me a better person, even the bad ones.

The time I got to spend being Maggie's human (she is my dog I had to put down in May). I got to be her human for 14 years :)

The roof over my head

My kids

My wonderfully amazing girlfriend

the Skymap app :) It is so cool.

My friends

My job, I work with awesome people.

Teachers...where would we be without them?

plus many...many...many more things :)

[Medusa]

Grateful!


1. For the big, evil bed that I have spent so much time in lately. Grateful for good sheets, fluffy blankets, new pillows, and the pile of orange dog that is always at the foot of it (or draped across my legs)

2. For a boss who has been super understanding and flexible during this time. Being able to take my Pops to his appointments and be there for him like I have is such a blessing and gift. My boss is a kind person, even when I want to strangle him.

3. For my friends. The bud of my world has closed ever so slightly lately but my people have stayed with me, stayed by me, and have shown me in 100 ways that I matter to them. They have shown the hell up in ways I never imagined or expected.

4. For the budding sisterhood I am finding with a few particular women. I am sweetly surprised by their spirit, their generosity, and their wicked, raucous senses of humor.

5. For Jackhammer. Who makes me cackle on an ongoing basis and demands that I call her "Superman". We are lucky, she and I, that we found each other as best friends and grew it into something amazing and lasting.

[Asari]

Seasons and that every single one of them has its own magic.

A real, authentic laughter. So much joy and energy, the best medicine!

Rain and wind - that moment when you hear nothing but the breath of nature. Nothing can make me feel more alive and relaxed at the same time.

Peaceful minds, sharing their thoughts. Endlessly inspiring.

You. Yes, you. Thank you for being part of this community, this society, humankind, this world and making it the incredible place it is.

[little_ms_sunshyne]

I am grateful for...

The time I get to spend with my family. Even if they drive me insane! What family isn't dysfunctional?

Good friends that make your cheeks and tummy hurt from laughter!

A home cooked meal!

Spending the holidays with people you hold close to your heart!

Midnight Skype dates with my best friend!

[DaddyNik12]

1. for having a job
2. for having a roof over my head
3. for my friends , when I need to vent , talk , or hear about my mistakes
4. for my son , hes my heart soul of this thing called life
5. hmm im still thinking on this one

[Bad_boi]

Wicca
My Family
My health
Pets
Nature

[deb0670]

The ice is almost all gone
We are home safe and sound
i am not failing in school
no matter what i am loved
i got to visit with my son and daughter-in-law today after not being able to see them for a month due to me being so sick, and she being pregnant.,

[Greco]

Family
Love
Sight
Creativity
Hearing
Music

and yes
running in the early
morning fog surreal

Greco

[Katniss]

Being bummed that my art class was cancelled Saturday only to have someone near and dear surprise me with a trip to a spa for a hot stone massage. Yay!

Gorgeous blue sky and 72 degrees on Sunday!

Helping find a stray, starving, shivering kitten a forever home.

Every night from Feb. 1-14 I put a heart shaped valentine on the kiddo's bedroom door with a reason why she is special wrtitten on it. Seeing her delight in the morning is worth the sneaky midnight cupid-capades.

Finally being able to give a very well-deserving staff member a promotion.

Yummy leftover pesto pasta for lunch!

A well-trained and housebroken puppy!

Making summer plans.....:blueheels:

[Sweet Bliss]

My still beating working loving grieving hopeful faithful heart

My daily challenges successes

My dreams perseverance intuition

My daily gift of breath.

[deb0670]

my tummy is getting better
the endless amount of laughter Daddy can cause
my kids close by and far away
the sunshine
life is better than it was and promises to only get better

[SirLucian]

The sun on My face
The air I breath
Femmes
Me

[Butterbean]

1. My anemia and hypothyroid are vastly improved with medication.

2. I'm going to back yoga tonight.

3. I found a fabulous home AA meeting now that I've moved.

4. My friends are all doing well right now.

5. My house is clean, my laundry is done, and the kitchen is full of food.


:eatinghersheybar:

[Kent]

I'm grateful to have the life I have and to appreciate everything that I am. My Dad, grandmothers, and great grandmother, I thank you. I wish I could see them and thank them personally for all they did for me. Thank you, Jesus, for this life.

[Butterbean]

1. With another member's excellent suggestion, I have a little TV in the kitchen now (Cuz, I get lonely chopping onion).

2. It's Sunday- That means Sunday Newspaper!

3. Blossom, my doggie, seems to have gotten over her chest infection.

4. It's warm enough today, that I have the living room & the back kitchen door open. Hmm! Fresh air!

5. I haven't drank in 7.5 years & and I haven't smoked for 2 3/4 years.

[fatallyblonde]

My niece
My home
My kitty
My working legs
My privileges

[MsTinkerbelly]

My health...could always be worse
My family, without them nothing would matter
My fuzzy slippers, cause it gets mighty cold here!
God as the driving force in our lives
Good friends

[torchiegirl]

...
1. snow blower

2. shovel

3. ice pick

4. salt

5. wiper blades that work


... so the ice pick was a little dramatic *flip of the boa

...
...

[NitroChrys_Butch]

My parents and amazing family
My girl
My boss
My Mentor
My awesome home
My camera and gear
Living in NJ
The beach
Fresh seafood
Salt air on My skin
Her laugh
Her scent
Her
Finding a career that is also My obsession

[Katniss]

1. No work as today is a holiday.

2. So happy my daughter's friends enjoy coming over to our house. I never had that growing up so it is important to me that she knows her friends are welcome any time.

3. Beautiful sunny day and this week the temps. will climb into the low 70's. Perfect day to deliver all those Girl Scout cookies that just arrived!

4. Two beautifully marbled rib eyes in the freezer waiting for the grill to appear this week.

5. Daffodil stalks are up several inches and the thick points of tulip stems are just now poking up and disturbing the ground. Surely spring can not be too far behind?

6. Getting up early to greet the dawn and baking fresh blueberry muffins.

7. Feeling my heart leap at the sight of a great blue heron as it glides over the backyard. Never mind that it likes to stalk the fish in my koi pond.

Well now, I went past 5.....somedays it's just so hard to stop listing one's gratitudes.


Katniss~~

[Smiling]

- Today; the kind of Florida afternoon that convertibles were made for.
- An early mail delivery.
- A belly full of healthy and delicious Mediterranean food.
- A freshly cleaned and oil-changed car.
- Friendships; old and new.
- For my sangha.
- For the laid-back, quiet day here at home.

[~baby~doll~]

my thoughts
my friends
my lovers
my cat and dog
my Doctors
the sunshine and the beautiful view it provides as the rays hug the snow

[Medusa]

Good things!!!


* Girlfriends who are supportive, funny as fuck, intelligent, and who have healthy boundaries!

* Relishing in all of the good things happening in my life lately

* Projects with Jackhammer that are fun and that will make our life even more relaxing

* Trips coming up this year to see people I love, to get legally married (again), and to visit some places high on my "before I die" list

* This site and all of the people who support it.

[Chad]

1. My health
2. My girlfriend
3. My family
4. Good friends
5. Doing what I love for work

[Happy_Go_Lucky]

Life is good to me.

1. Great health
2. Travel anywhere I please
3. Don't have many friends, but the two I have rock my socks off!
4. Tried a multitude of things, including flying, parachuting, not afraid of anything
5. A sense of humor has saved me from ....me

[Sweet Bliss]

Still breathing :jester:

have Sophie to love and my 4 cat girls :hk34::hk29::hk21::hk4:

can still climb stairs :hangloose:

my friend Val :mohawk:

my Sparky... (f)

[Bèsame*]

My dentist and her team!
The afternoon nap.
The afternoon call.
Feeling the sunshine.
And, the entire day off!


Oh, and the guilty pleasure of Jr. Mints.

[Kent]

As the OP of this thread, I'd just like to mention a couple of things. This thread was brought about to reflect on your God, or higher power and what you are thankful for in this world. I've seen very little gratitude given to God or your higher power to express your gratitude.

If you'd like to post here in this thread, then simply give some gratitude. It is not a "list your 5 things you like most" thread. There are other threads to list your 5 favorite things.

Thank you.

[Gentle Tiger]

I am very thankful to God for answered prayer and seeing this passage in action once again.

Ephesians 3:20 - Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work within us is able to do far more than we would ever dare to ask or even dream of—infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, or hopes.

[MsTinkerbelly]

As the OP of this thread, I'd just like to mention a couple of things. This thread was brought about to reflect on your God, or higher power and what you are thankful for in this world. I've seen very little gratitude given to God or your higher power to express your gratitude.

If you'd like to post here in this thread, then simply give some gratitude. It is not a "list your 5 things you like most" thread. There are other threads to list your 5 favorite things.

Thank you.

If your intention was to make this thread a reflection of God/your higher power/what you are thankful for, then you should have said so in your original post.

You did not, and you have just chastised some perfectly lovely ADULTS, myself included, who were showing gratitude for things they appreciated in their lives. In fact, in one of your posts on page one you mention being thankful for your car...not all that much different than being thankful for a box of chocolate.



Off soap box

[Sweet Bliss]

As the OP of this thread, I'd just like to mention a couple of things. This thread was brought about to reflect on your God, or higher power and what you are thankful for in this world. I've seen very little gratitude given to God or your higher power to express your gratitude.

If you'd like to post here in this thread, then simply give some gratitude. It is not a "list your 5 things you like most" thread. There are other threads to list your 5 favorite things.

Thank you.


One of the most powerful freedoms we have is free will.

And with that comes incredible self responsibilty.

Coupled with the powerlessness of control over everything except ourselves.

Relinquishing control over life in general or specific details about someone else interpretation over our expectations can be quite painful.

So when we address our failings in the face of our personal mirror, we are admonished to "Let go, and Let God (Jesus, etc.) take over the wheel" and let go of our baser need to be grasping and in the throes of neediness. It's a hard road to travel. I trip over many boulders on my path.

Kent, since I believe all things come from the Great Oneness of All, then all the things, people, animals, rocks, plants etc. are part of that Oneness. Including clean drinking water and antibiotics and candy.

Tucked into my thoughts daily is the Grace that allows me to take each breath. There is a certain perfection to each draw into my lungs, fueling each heart beat. Surviving a heart attack and quadruple bypass surgery taking over 8 hours makes every second of every day a gift.

Don't sweat the small stuff. And it's all small stuff. So it didn't turn out the way you expected. Expectations are pre-meditated resentments, says the Big Book. Your original intent was thwarted and became large and expansive. It now draws folks from all walks of life and thought. Can you see the blessing you gave to us? The joy each of us share with you daily is our gift back to you. Having a platform to share with others of like mind is a gift. Thank you for your generous gift Kent. I for one am blessed each time I come to this thread.

Whether reading or writing, I am reminded of the Glory of the "threads" that connect us all. Our voices raised in unison. Praising. Giving thanks for our many gifts. All thanks to you.

Is that not enough for any one?

God has blessed you Brother Kent. :rrose:

[uglyboi]

1. The ridiculously wonderful and WTF things that children say, picked up from places unknown.

2. Saliva, it’s nice when eating crackers. It comes in handy when trying to expel a bad taste from the mouth. It helps prevent cavities. It’s convenient when trying to thread a needle or remove dried spaghetti sauce from my chin, sealing envelopes and keeping that darn strand of hair in place. And it’s quite nice when smooching my lolly bean too!

3. The people that gave me a chance.

4. The fact that even when I don’t technically follow the recipe and the Rice Krispy treats don’t turn out exactly right . . . they still taste GOOD.

5. That I have 10 healthy toenails.

[JustLovelyJenn]

1. Kids who love me
2. Family who supports me
3. Friends who accept me as I am
4. Always having enough to meet my needs
5. My "new to me" car
6. A job I love
7. Strength of character tempered with trials

[Sweet Bliss]

every breath I take, every step, touch, every hug I receive.
every gift I receive, treasure I find, friend I meet.

[Soon]

warm weather
sleeping in
spending time together
steady sweetness
meeting her