Saturday morning in Philly

• Dreams (pleasant and no-so-pleasant) and the messages I get from them;


• Ida, for pet sitting while I'm in Philly this weekend;


• My beautiful son Zach;


• Financial security;


• This blogspot.

Affirmation: The universe supports me.

Intent: Do what is right for me.

Friday!!!!!!!!!!!

I am grateful for:

• Freebies (I'll fill you all in soon on this one).
• Friday's at work when no one else is in the office and I can wear jeans and play my music as loud as I want. Yeah baby! I love you Paolo! He's my new "boyfriend."
• Haircuts! Wow, trimming off the dead ends makes a world of difference.
• The support of my good friends.
• Being invited to spend a weekend with some friends in Silverado.
• An awesome dinner and great conversation with a new friend last night.
• Being aware of my gratitude.

today i'm grateful for:

time
chutzpah
late night pizza - minus screeching young drunk girls
diane and her camera madness
the love and support of all of my friends

i can't wait to see what happens next!

From the City of Brotherly Love

Today I am grateful:

• To myself for exercising in the hotel's so-called fitness center even though I didn't want to;
• To myself (again) for making healthful choices at the hotel's breakfast buffet even though I didn't want to;
• To (guess who) for not calling a certain person even though I want to;
• For these jeans, which are rather flattering when it comes to my ass, even though I'm not having a particularly good ass day;
• For the ability to laugh at my own jokes, even when no one else appreciates how funny they really are.

Affirmation: You're right where you're supposed to be.

Intent: Bloom where I'm planted.

I am grateful for:

• Being born a woman.
• Accessories.
• Joy Behar on The View. I love Rosie too, but she often "pops off" without thinking which annoys me. Joy's common sense, insight, edge and humor helps me cope with the other idiots on the show.
• My sense of humor. I think I would have gone crazy if it weren't for that. I love to laugh and making people laugh.

almost there....

gratitutde today for:

* knowing things always change, and going with it vs fighting against it.
* a check in the mail
* time to figure "it" out
* resourcefulness which will take me to the next place...wherever that is - how come there's no mapquest for life?! ;)
* little fear about scarring (which was a big fear a few weeks ago)

affirmation: i will come through this just fine!

I thank my lucky stars for:

• Clogs - slip right on and off;
• Stevie Nicks - what a voice;
• Cotton;
• Last day of school before spring break!
• My college degree that I worked so hard for and no one can ever take away.

Affirmation: I am perfect in my imperfection.
Intent: Humility. (Humility defined, in my opinion, means to recognize and embrace my strengths, my talents, and my shortcomings.)

Today I'm grateful for:

the colors of nature

a sunny day

the interconnectedness of life

living in a city that puts the environment first

people who pursue their wild ideas and end up creating incredibly useful things like lightbulbs

Is it really only Wednesday?!?!?!?

• Good musicians, they truly amaze and inspire me with their ability to write music and lyrics that go together.
• My friends.
• Clothes, I love using my creativity to put together outfits to wear and feel good in.
• As of late, I am working on being good to myself. I have no problem being "good" to others, but when it comes to self, I definitely need to work on it and I'm happy to report I'm doing well thus far.

simply

today i am grateful for the simple things:

good smelling soap
morning sunshine
good coffee
untainted pet food
laughter

Today I am grateful for:

• Snuggling with Zach until he's sleeping;
• All day long in computer lab with my classes;
• Call waiting;
• Oatmeal, flax seeds, honey, and walnuts;
• My wild side.

Affirmation: I get excited when I encounter challenges, it means I am making progress!

Intent: Courage.

bloated gratitude

ugh...tonight I am grateful for big burps - I got sick from the food I ate at Kan Zaman earlier this evening and I feel awful, except for when I burp so I'm grateful for the burps...

More gratitudes:

• Thanks to Swami G for everything you taught me in my meditation class
• I'm grateful tonight was the last of my 10 week meditation class - now its up to me to keep up the discipline
• I'm grateful to Cari for giving me a new and different hair color that I might actually like - caramel

I have to proclaim undying gratitude for my friends once again. One of them told me recently that someone was saying they were worried about me because I don't have parents anymore and I don't have a big family to rely on. I hate that this has become an identifier for me with other people and I hate that people say they worry about me because of this (especially when I don't hear from the people who are saying it).

If it weren't for my amazing friends I might be in worse shape. So all I can say is, if you are worried call me and find out for yourself! I'll probably be okay and if I'm not I probably will be after talking to you. I don't mind talking about "stuff" and I certainly don't mind having fun either. When I'm not okay I cry or go for a walk or eat ice cream or watch a movie or write or call one of my amazing friends. It's just a part of life that I went through a little earlier than some people I know - and it's hard but it's not everything. You will find out for yourselves if you are lucky - one of my favorite sayings.

So I send out a big thank you to all of my wonderful friends where ever you are - you make a big difference in my life. Thanks!

Tuesday

• Spring and all the beautiful blossoms it brings.
• Having a job, even though it is irritating and I need get on the ball and get out there for a new one!
• Green tea.
• A good night of sleep.
• My vision. I am very fortunate that I have enjoyed excellent vision thus far in my life, considering my father has horrible eyesight and endured cataract surgery at age 35, yikes!
• My ability to talk to just about anyone about anything.
  

yo

today, i'm grateful for:

great friends
phone conversations with said great friends
new sneakers that i'm gonna start wearing TODAY!
good sleep
work for the next 4 days (actually, i'm grateful for the income!)

gotta run (no, not literally!!)

Tantalizing Tuesday

On this damp and cloudy Tuesday morning, I am grateful for:

• Those of you posting to this blog;
• The warm hugs I received this morning;
• Evanescence, my current favorite rock band with an awesome female lead singer;
  
• The teacher who invented Airborne, a supplement to boost the immune system;
• My smile - I've been told it's nice.

Affirmation: I have the energy and passion to make my thoughts reality.
Intent: Be me.

Tonight I am grateful for:

Cute Scottish boys - specifically Paolo Nutini & his band
Rainy days
Jen inviting me to join her at the KFOG play space
My friends, again
Feeling good

My ability to feel my feelings and move through things.

Everyone who is participating in gratitudinals!

Groggy Monday

• Winning tickets to the KFOG play space! I have no idea about the artist, but I am looking forward to my afternoon adventure today.
• My boss Dr. Chow (out of the four of us in the office full-time, he is the only one I enjoy). His thoughtfulness, friendship and his acceptance and appreciation of who I am as not only an employee, but as an individual.
• Strong coffee.
• My sensitivity. Throughout my existence I have been told I am TOO sensitive, I used to look at this a a fault, but as I get older and wiser, I realize that it is a magnificent quality. If the world had more "too sensitive" people in it, I believe it would be an even better place!

moanday

good morning.

today i'm grateful for:
* work while i've got it (this week)
* that one of my favorite beers, boont, and other anderson valley beers are made in a SOLAR POWERED brewery... www.avbc.com
* being smart
* a cozy/comfortable place to call home
* rain

Good Morning Fellow Travelers

Today I am grateful for:

• Rock-n-roll and my constant companion (my iPod);
• The progress we're making on de-junkifying our cluttered house;
• Figuring out how to silence that damn alarm on my pool pump after a week of aggravation;
• Lotion;
• My ability to feel my feelings and the knowledge that there are no "bad" feelings.

Affirmation: I know what I am doing.
Intent: Do the next right thing.

Happy Sunday gratitidunals! Happy Birthday Hannah! Today I am grateful for:

• my friends
• the telephone
• free lightbulbs
• anger - emotions
• my period
• being able to do whatever I want without having to compromise

weekend (two posts in one)

this weekend, i'm grateful for:

• my ability to pick myself up, brush myself off, and start all over...
• afternoon cocktails on a saturday - because you never know who you'll see!
• friends who talk me into going out when i'm feeling blasé about it
• skills that will land me more work
• 4 days till sneakers
• new sneakers that should arrive tomorrow
• resourcefulness
• not really freaking out, even though i keep considering it
• trust in the unknown
• post surgical information from jen, passed on by amy

Perfect Timing

Gratitude List:

• Sushi;
• Slippers;
• Comfy pajamas;
• Angel oracle cards;
• Waking up early without an alarm.
• My drive to do my best, without comparing my best to another's best.

Affirmation: Abundance can take many forms, including having more time, opportunities, or clear ideas.

Intent: Recognize the abundance in my life.

Sleepy Saturday Morning

• My beautiful tie-dyed, super-soft bath robe;


• Nothing to do today - my favorite thing to do (rarely an option);


• The nap I am about to take;


• Coming home from chaperoning the students at the Cancer Walk at 4 a.m. instead of 5 a.m. as originally planned;


• My mathematical abilities - I love math!

Affimation: My life is filled with positive abundance. All of my needs are met and more.

Intent: Clear vision.

Tonight I'm grateful that writing about things makes me feel better.

I'm grateful that I live in a city that is focused on the environment - check out www.sfenvironment.org.

I'm grateful for burners without borders and the new fire pits they are creating on Ocean Beach.

I'm grateful that I feel sick after eating pizza - all the food I used to love is now food I am growing to hate.

I'm grateful for Eric Francis - www.planetwaves.net.

Note from Willow

I received this note from Willow yesterday. I know some of you have her email but I thought I'd bring her energy back to the site as she likes to keep connected while she's traveling. Don't forget about Willow!

Hello Amy,
Just a note to wish you a happy Spring Equinox. I hope the weather in SF is better than it is here, we had a winter storm come through and it was snowing, but that has not stopped us from walking all over the city and hitting all the highlights.
We are doing fine, and certainly enjoying London. Saturday we are off to Paris.
I have not been able to get online very often so I will not be able to keep up with our blogg.
I tried the other day but was not able to open it up to "our" blogg, as it was very frustrating!

Many blessings to you for a wonderful Spring and I will be in touch.
Love, Willow

Friday...

• My health. I'm in relatively good health and I'm reminded of my good fortune on a daily basis through my girlfriend Mara, who gave birth (through a scheduled C-section) on her birthday yesterday to a healthy baby boy. Mara is an inspiration, this is her second child and while newly pregnant with said baby boy, she discovered yet another tumor (the double mastectomy over a year ago wasn't as successful as the doctor's had hoped). She has endured chemotherapy while pregnant, continues to be a wonderful wife and mother to her 2 year old baby girl Malia. Count your blessings people!
• Upcoming travel plans (London & Paris) this June, YIPPEE!
• For being fortunate enough to be born in the United States of America. Also, for the ability to love my country even with all its' faults and my determined hope that it will raise above current troubles and redeem itself.
• My creativity. Gosh, I don't know how I would have made it this far if it weren't for that talent!

Unfortunately I currently do not have a home computer, so I look forward to posting and reading your posts on Monday.

Have a wonderful weekend!

inspired

i'm grateful for each of you that posts here. i find it inspiring.
so much so, that today, i'd decided not to post, but just to look.
i'm having a hard time lately. this recovery thing has got me wading in the murkiness...
hoping i move through it quickly...and at the same time, not willing to sweep my feelings that come up under the proverbial rug and pretnd that they are not there, becasue they are...

SO, today, i'm grateful for:

getting a good "review" from the doctor. i'm healing at a good rate and he said i'm a "9" out of "10" - whatever that means!

i'm grateful for getting the stitches out, and am now working on scar reductionn

i'm happy that i only have 6 more days of orthopedic shoe. even if that means i have to wear the dreaded sneaker for 3 weeks.

i'm grateful for the fun flirty email exchange i had all day yesterday

and i'm grateful that i have a great sense of humor (though it's been undercover the last week or so), and i have the ability to make others laugh often...

I REALLY APPRECIATE THIS PRACTICE AND ALL OF YOU!

Today i am grateful for the smell of Spring
For my loving partner who can get me to laugh when I'm getting caught up and frenzied over the multitude of tasks modern living entails
For my ability to treat myself well at home without having to go elsewhere and spend too much $
For my not being a typical consumer; confusing need with want
And in the new vain as exemplified by Jenn - I am grateful for my strength - to persevere and confront the difficult in order to continue to grow mentally, spritually and even physically.

TGIF

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I am grateful for:

• Fridays;


• My ability to listen to and hear others;


• The handful of people on this earth who have the ability to listen to and hear me;


• My husband clearing out the guest room;


• My generous spirit - I love to share and give. The secret that many people do not know is that by giving, we receive so much more. I'm glad to know the secret.

Affirmation: My life is a magical, fun, exciting adventure.

Intent: Have fun.

I'm on the verge of getting my period and am grateful that I understand my body well enough to realize this is the reason for my low energy and less than sunny outlook today.

Other things I'm grateful for:

• positive feedback from my writing teacher
• the possibility of improving my grammar with the aid of a book
• remembering to do reality checks - it's easy to get carried away with irrational fear-based thoughts and also easy to end them with something simple and rational, for example an excel spreadsheet
• one of my orchids is blooming!
• fried chicken and cole slaw
• oh - and I almost forgot, my below-market-rent apartment in San Francisco
• oops - forgot another I thought of driving home from class tonight - I'm grateful that I will not have to worry about getting calls from the nursing home on my next International trip!

Ahh, Thursday...

• My cousin, Jeremy, and wonderful musical abilities. I am so proud of him and his persistence in following his bliss! Check him out at: www.myspace.com/nortonmoney
• Waking up to sunshine.
• Weekend plans.
• Keeping connection with friends whom you don't always see often.
  
• I am grateful for being a courteous, polite and thoughtful person and an example to a friend (thanks Amy for your kind words).

i woke up grateful today for:

good tv - i know it sounds like an oxymoron, but survivor and lost were both really good last night!
a strong body that seems to be healing quickly - of couse, i want to be healed NOW, and i know part of this lesson is patience!
travel plans confirmed....signed, sealed, and on it's way - tickets purchased to peru for an amazing journey to s. america!
trader joes' thai peanut cilantro jalapeño salad dressing. SOOOO good on a salad with chicken....mmmmm
autonomy - financially, physically, mentally...all of it.

i hope today is full of LOVE for everyone.

Lovely, Drizzling Morning

I am grateful for, among other things:

• Clouds and all they have to offer: rain, shade from the sun, beauty;
• Computerized grading programs;
• The way rhinestones turn a simple tank top into a work of art;
• graditudinals.blogspot.com and reading the postings there each day;
• The little compliments I receive each day;
• Positive trait I possess: Kind heart.
  

Affirmation: I flow with the current. I know that everything happens for my higher good.

Intent: Breathe into the area around my heart.

Happy Spring!

Today I am grateful for the plot line on Lost, it's finally getting good!

I am grateful for Al Gore and his evangelizing about global warming. He is a perfect example of what can come from failure - his voice is so powerful! More powerful than Bush's - he can hold his head high and I'm grateful that he rose above and didn't give up after the travesty of the last presidential election.

I am grateful for my writing partner this week - someone I've worked with before who I appreciate very much.

I'm grateful that we got our plane tickets to Peru! Whoopee! The price of the trip is scaring me but I know it is going to be amazing.

I'm grateful for my awesome therapist and her newest book suggestion, Difficult Conversations.

I'm grateful for fear because it helps to weed out imbalances, and well, because today I felt fear and I feel like I want to acknowledge it even though I'm not quite sure what it's all about. I'm willing to work with you fear.

And I am grateful for my ability to be introspective, objective and my on-going attempts to understand other people's points of view; my ability to put myself in the other guy's shoes.

On this Beautiful Wednesday Morning...

I am grateful for:

• San Francisco, I am a third generation San Franciscan, and I cannot imagine any other place on earth I'd rather call home.
• Lattes with chocolate powder on top.
• Hot showers on a cold morning.
• My skin. I have always received compliments on my complexion, but never felt I had a perfect complexion. As I approach my 39th birthday, I can honestly say I have a lovely complexion, it's not at all perfect, but I can feel it and mean it.
  

mid week thanks

hey ladies of gratefulness
(and any lurkers ;)

thank you amy and jen for reminding me to love myself!

i think i'd like to adopt jen's practice of acknowledging my greatness each day in some way.

that being said,
today i'm grateful:

for being an honest person - even if it's challenging and makes waves sometimes
for things that smell good enough to eat
for walking around my apartment without that silly boot on (don't tell the doctor..and don't worrry, i'm being VERY careful!)
that i'm going to the doctor tomorrow to check my progress
for spring and everything it brings
for survivor being on tonight
for everyone who posts here and continues to inspire me
keeping up with the practice and loving life more

I am so grateful for

• Massages that hurt so good;
• Mapquest.com;
• Long-lasting lipstick from MAC
• Turquoise - the stone and the color;
• Last night's conversation with my Zach.

Taking a cue from Jen, I am going to list a positive trait that I possess and for which I am grateful. Today's trait is (drumroll please): Compassion. I freely show compassion to animals, insects, and my fellow humans.

Affirmation: Acceptance is the answer to all of my problems.
Intent: Effortlessness

my parents

Today I am grateful for my mom and dad. I'm grateful to them for all the love they gave me, for sharing their multitudes of talents with me, for teaching me, for being patient with me, for the closeness we shared even though sometimes it felt incredibly difficult. I miss them like a part of me is gone, but still there, just different.

I am grateful that the difficulties of being with them through their illnesses, watching their bodies and minds deteriorate and everything that went with that, watching them suffer and struggle and come to resolution and pass on - I'm grateful that all of this is behind me. I'm grateful that I feel complete with them and that I have no resentments and that my heart fills with love when I think of them. I'm grateful for all of this.

I am grateful for the outline that Swami G finally brought and used during meditation class tonight! Thank you universe for answering my prayers! I never thought it would happen and I thought about it so much I could barely drag myself to class tonight, thinking of him floundering around through the same material over and over. I could not believe it when I saw the beautifully typed outline sitting on top of the harmonium when I walked in and sat down! Someone must have been listening! Thank you!

I am grateful that I've finally given myself a break from internal and external pressure to be doing more with my life right now. I am grateful that I have stopped beating myself up for taking the time I need to heal and I am grateful that I am allowing myself to be however I need to be. I am grateful that I am standing in my own shoes without letting other people's projections/opinions/criticism/praise/whatever influence the way I feel about my self. This is the biggest gift of all.

Tuesday's Thanksgivings....

• Sushi, really GOOD sushi.
• Dogs - I love them unconditionally, as they do me. Anytime I see one, it puts a smile on my face and anytime I get a kiss from one my heart fills with joy.
  
• My new car, I feel so pampered with automatic unlocking doors and popping open the truck with a push of a button, not to forget a CD player!

Each day I am going to be thankful for one of my positive traits. I believe we are all too critical of ourselves and I want to change that, so I will acknowledge one or more good qualities each day in my gratitude journal. I hope you will join me patting yourselves on the back!

• Today I am grateful for my generous spirit (although at times I feel it is taken advantaged of, but I am thoroughly responsible for that!).

Today i am grateful for:

The sprinkles of rain, finally
Communication and forgiveness
The ability to trust but also be cautious
Letting go of past hurts, but not being a fool
This gratitude connection with Wendy and Sharon
As always my animals
My wonderful, loving Michael

My intent is to be quiet and calm today
My affirmation is I am worthy

rainy spring morning

the rain has come. unlike last years' march, this year, we have gotten NO rain...until today....

happy spring everyone!

i give thanks and praises today for:

stitches coming out in two days
work that pays me well
having everything i really need
the excitement of an expected ups parcel
good parking karma (and i hope it lasts, as it's street cleaning day near my work!)

I am thankful for:

• Oatmeal with cinnamon and walnuts
• Sensuous dreams {a.k.a. safe sex ;-) }
  
• My 5th period class
• Spring Break (less than 2 weeks away!)
• My dear friends Heide (I have two)

Affirmation: I reach out and invite others into my life.
Intent: Effortlessness.

Today I am grateful:

• for all of the new people who are posting! Yippee! It's kind of fun to have everyone joining in. For me, I like to read the posts and I get so much out of posting - it's great!
• that Casey is alive!
• for spending time with Tamara
• for rest
• for my crush. don't ask, I won't tell - it's none of your business but I'm grateful for it despite that this is public
• for fun on a Monday night

Monday Blessings

So much to be thankful for today...

The sweet innocence and wonder of new born babies (spent 5 hours in the hospital with my girlfriend Naz who had her third baby girl Olivia, a.k.a. Peanut, on Sunday cause I could not tear myself away from her).

My family, even though at times I want to strangle them.

My friends and their success following their dreams of being restaurateurs and all the accomplishments they have had thus far.

My cooking/entertaining talents and those who appreciate them.

That's it for now.

Peace,
Jen

Accidents

I am grateful that neither myself or my trusted pooch were hurt in Friday's kiss with the telephone pole...that I have great friends that will let me borrow something as expensive as a car...that I have a loving and committed partner that lets me be me...That I have a job I mostly love, a rarity these days...and that Spring is on its way.

I feel blessed by my wonderful friends, especially Amy, who seem to understand me when I'm not even sure myself...But, that I know want to live life and not just take it. They provide me with the support needed to live like that in a society which condemns people for taking the path less travelled. Thank you all!

on the edge

feeling edgy lately. can't exercise and i'm having a hard time with not moving as i'd like to.
and today i'm grateful for:

knowing that this is not a permanent condition
fast growing hair
tears that flow easily
the sweet morning time with lola and leroy
clean clothes

Good morning from Dexter my corgi

• Living in a country where people worry they have too much to eat;


• Scented candles;


• Gum;


• Hot tub on a cool evening;


• Online bill paying.

Angel oracle: Trustworthy Guidance. You've received a wonderful idea as an answer to your prayers. This idea is real and trustworthy. You can safely move forward with it, knowing that we are with you every step of the way. Ask for and be open to receiving our support for anything that you need related to this idea.

Intent: Trust.

busy weekend

tonight I am grateful:

that I don't have anything to do until tomorrow afternoon!
for all of the folks in my palmistry class
that the Greyboy Allstars are back together and for a really fun concert last night!
for my bed
for feeling happy

LAZY sunday

today i'm gonna say thanks for:

chris and harry and a fun time
hamburgers and curly fries
peaches in a jar
a lovely massage from meadow
understanding people when things change

On This Glorious Sunny Sunday Morning I Am Grateful For:

• Peanut butter banana protein shake;


• The way the blacklights in spin class made my outfit glow this morning;


• Waking up without an alarm on weekends;


• That attachment on my bike that allows me to take my dogs out for a run without killing myself;


• Having the go-to-house for all my 9-year-old son's little buddies.

I've made a habit of including a daily affirmation with my gratitude list, but have decided to try something different. Each day I give myself a reading using angel oracle cards and I''m going to include that instead for now. If any of you want me to do a reading for you, let me know and I'll do so.

Today's Angel Oracle Card: Be honest with yourself. Look into your heart and you will know the truth of this situation. It's safe to admit the truth to yourself, for we will support and guide you through any necessary changes. Lean upon us for courage and the strength to take good care of yourself. Focus only upon your true desires, and they'll come to you upon angels' wings.

Intent: Trust my own feelings even if others don't agree.

how exciting!

welcome aimee and sharon!
it's great to see you here ;)
and sharon, take as much space as you want ;)

this chilly saturday morning i'm grateful for:

sleeping in - even if that only means 8:30
netflix for providing me entertainment
sunscreen
decent fashion sense
a relatively good head on my shoulders...

soon(ish) i'll be thankful to get the fuck outta this boot!
actaully, i've been pushing the envelope and walking on it at home - but just in the last day, and VERY carefully!

love to you all!

Greetings from London

I am so grateful for a safe and comfortable flight from SF to London.
I am thankful my jet lag is not as bad as it could be, considering I have not slept since Thursday night.
I am grateful to have the opportunity to spend a week in this amazing city which offers us so many experiences.
I am grateful for Abigail and Michael for taking care of details at home; which enables us to travel around for an extensive amount of time.
I am grateful for the sunshine today and the many friendly people on the streets.

Sorry my first post took up so much room. I now see that I should not put spaces between each line.

Saturday, March 17th

Hello one and all - thanks for inviting me in!

I'm grateful for:

1. The wonderful dinner we shared with our cool neighbors last night;

2. Amy starting this blog so that I have a place to continue my daily gratitude practice;

3. Popeye. Finally we have a dog who will go in the pool;

4. Nana and Grandpa Glenn, for babysitting Zach when we need it;

5. My iPod, without which my workouts would not be so easy to enjoy.

Affirmation: Today I give myself the love I need to feel safe and secure in the world.

Intent: Joy.

Grateful for:

vodka
scarlet red shoes
Judy
Roberta's mother, Barbara
a moment connecting with my father

I have finally joined this blog at the invitation of Wendy, therefore, I am truly grateful for being invited and being part of this wonderful practice. As my first posting, I would like to share the following poem:

Love After Love

The time will come
When, with elation,
You will greet yourself arriving
At your own door, in your own mirror,
And each will smile at the other's welcome,

And say, sit here. Eat.
You will love again the stranger who was yourself.
Give wine. Give bread. Give back your heart
To itself, to the stranger who has loved you

All your life, whom you ignored
For another, who knows you by heart.
Take down the love letters from the bookshelf,

The photographs, the desperate notes,
Peel your own image from the mirror.
Sit. Feast on your life.

Derek Walcott

almost spring

today i'll salute in gratitude:

* the sunny days we've been having
* leory and lola
* having a comfortable place to live
* friends who make me laugh
* coffee in the morning...and sometimes in the afternoon too!

Bon Voyage Willow!

Today I give thanks for:

• having a private writing class because no one else showed up - I got to ask all the questions I wanted! A dream come true...
• my body getting stronger
• the universe working in perfect ways, finding new times for appointments that got lost during Mercury retrograde
• the book Roberta gave me for my birthday: short stories by Alice Munro, great writer
• my long conversation with Shauntee this afternoon
• naps
  

otter ;)

today i'm grateful for:
the cuteness of this otter, and his two other friends. they were so fun to watch...

• a fun outing yesterday to the aquarium and the unexpected 'disabled' discount i got
• my friend sharon who started me on this gratitudianl practice, who is maybe going to start posting here too....she's awesome
• the sun shining through my curtains this morning
• the internet which it seems people just can't live without these days
• nail clippers!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEROY!
5 years old today


BON VOYAGE WILLOW! have GREAT TIME!
xow

March 14th Wednesday.

Well I am posting on earlier tonight, before it's tomorrow.
It has been a long day but I am grateful for:
. . . my property manager who has found a "good" tenant for our house.
. . . trust! That the truck will deliver our Prius to Maine!!
. . . my gardener who will care for our garden.
. . . that our "taxes" are not as bad as we thought they would be.
. . . to Dr. Winfield who told me about a program her 16 yr old daughter is participating in this summer, working/assisting with people in Viet Nam that live far out in the country, away from resources. An inspiring 16 yr old.
. . . my trip that will begin in 2 days.

Today I am grateful for the Monterey Bay Aquarium and all of the creatures that live in the sea. I am also grateful for the water that gives life. I'm grateful for my car and the roads I travel on, the gasoline and oil that keeps it running and the labor that makes it all happen. I'm grateful for everyone who is putting money, research, voices and actions into finding alternative energy sources and making them viable for everyone on the planet. I'm grateful for healers. I'm grateful for all of the parents who bring their children to aquariums and I'm grateful for the sounds of children (and adults) squealing with delight over images like the one above. And finally, I'm grateful for sea otters!

day trippin'

ah yes,

today i'm grateful for:

* waking up in a better/brighter mood than yesterday

* a day trip out of the city (thanks amY!!!)

* all the teachers in my life who nudge, remind and encourage me

* an exciting trip to look forward to

* down comforters

Tuesday's gratefullness

It is very late on Tuesday, actually it is Wednesday now since it's 12:22 am I am a little late posting for today but here goes:
So grateful for the past four months of "Deeksha" . My last meeting was tonight.
So grateful for "Comedy Central". Very grounding to come home from Deeksha and watch Jon Stewart and Steven Cobert! You just have to love those guys!
So grateful for Win Butler and the other Arcade Fire group for putting together an excellent CD.
The CD is called "Neon Bible"
So grateful to the people at "Toyota" who listened to me when I asked when the new "Plug- ins" will come out. They replied they did not know but that I was the third person to ask this same question and that they would add my name to the list of people waiting for the new "Plug-ins
(meaning-all electric). We can make this happen if many, many people ask to be put on the list!!!!
So grateful for all the time I was able to spend with my friends, hiking, eating, talking, and just hanging out. I will miss all of you.
And so grateful for this journey that I am about to begin

Post #80!

today I am giving thanks for:

• strangers who let me read their palms
• money
• loving my life
• great friends
• living in the United States and not having to worry about Third World issues for my survival

tuesday

grateful for:

driving

friends

the ecclecticness of salad

ups and downs and knowing things always change

new things

Naps are good!

tonight I'm grateful for:

• warm sunny weather: skirt-wearing weather!
• crisp white sheets on my bed
• getting introduced to new music - The Arcade Fire - thanks Willow!
• getting to spend lots of time with Willow while she was in the Bay Area - Bon Voyage!
• all the gifts I receive from reading people's palms - at first it seemed like a crazy thing to do, but I like doing it a lot
• being excited about my upcoming trip to Peru!

Monday

Another grateful day.
Grateful for:
. . . friends
. . . patience
. . . Sun
. . . hot tubs
. . . Birthdays

t'day

greetings, and gratitude today for:

the warmth and sunshine

ambulation (ha ha , that one was for you sweetness)

the day ahead and whatever it contains

online shopping

lazing on blankets in the park

healing

Lovin' Life

Tonight I give thanks for:

• getting to know new friends better
• reminiscing with old friends
• the beautiful heat of the San Francisco sun! Lordy I hope this weather lasts - it's making me feel like I live in Hawaii - I love it!
• non-puffy eyes
• feeling inspired, feeling at peace and full up

sun(ny)day

today, i am grateful for:

the produce market on 22nd and irving.
chloe for taking me there.
chillin in the park
shifting, of things, people, etc
a relatively clean apartment

peaceOut,
w

Saturday's Peace

I am equally grateful that people are realizing what a danger the Bush administration is to us and to the world. Through global consciousness we can change this darkness into light.

I am grateful that we have free choice to decide what kind of world we want to live in.

I am grateful to the people who take action against this administration and against this war.

I am grateful to the young men and women who say "No" and refuse to sign up for the war.

I am grateful for all "life"!

sabado de marzo

this morning i'm grateful for the day ahead:

• i feel grateful to be extending my birthday celebration so that i can be with some of my favorite people today

• i'm grateful for the delicious cup of coffee i'm having, a result of my new gifted coffee maker

• grateful that i don't fear the zodiac killer *yes, i saw the movie yesterday ;)

• grateful for the quiet that occurs in the morning - it sings peace

• and i'm grateful that my foot seems to be healing on schedule...i'll save the unwrapped images for post stitches! i would be REALLY grateful if i had someone to re-dress this everyday, but i don't so i'm grateful that i'm capable! tee hee...

Tonight I am grateful for:

• Having the freedom to take naps when I need to
• All of the environmental initiatives San Francisco (and California) are making to get green
• Clean water to drink
• People who follow their dreams and educate and inform the rest of us - just watched the Abu Ghraib documentary on HBO...
• Everyone who is speaking out against Bush and his administrations anti-freedom policies - he is making the world a more dangerous place for all of us. He needs to go.
• Everyone who is working towards peace
• Courageous people setting examples for others

Friday!

You can't beat the sweet smell of the sea breeze.
So grateful to hear that Wendy is getting better. Yea!
So grateful for San Francisco being "San Francisco"! Love it!
Grateful that I am alive to witness this day,
Happy and grateful for my partner and his enthusiasm for life.

ambulation elation

today, as always, i'm grateful for all of the wonderful people that surrond me.
i'm glad i'm pickin' the good'uns ;)

thanks to everyone who made yesterday lovely

i'm happy to be back out in the world and ambulatory

grateful for the shower shoe (though i haven't tried it yet)

oh yeah, chocolate cake...giggling sugar high birthday fun ;)

Thursday evening.

Another grateful day!
. . . for Hybrid cars on the road
. . . for people who have solar panels on their houses, they are an inspiration.
. . . conservation, every day.
. . . living simply so others can simply live
. . . garbage bins, recycle bins and green (garden waste) bin. Reduce!, Reuse!, Recycle!
Let's all plants more trees.

International Women's Day

Tonight I'm giving thanks for:

• my body getting stronger
• warm weather
• my writing teacher and his openness to answer all questions
• International Women's Day and the birthday of two of my favorite people
• everything about San Francisco - what an amazing place to live

happy international women's day!

today, i'm grateful

• for all of the women in my life. celebrate our day!
• for feeling more ambulatory
• for becoming another age
• unexpected (and expected ;) greetings
• for getting to go outside!!!

Tonight I am thankful for:

• my therapist
• unexpected gifts and opportunities
• positive encouragement
• planting trees, digging in the dirt, seeing worms and beetles
• old and new friends
• going to bed early
• they finally got Sayid back in the story on LOST!

Wednesday Greetings,

Grateful,
for a great movie "Amazing Grace"
for the neighborhood kitty that never misses a day to come over and say "hello".
for the sight of children laughing and playing.
for "light"
for the fact that tomorrow will be Thursday!

Tonight I'm grateful for:

• a body that can exercise hard and still get up for more
• the warm spring weather and the opportunity to wear a spring dress
• being a woman and dressing like one
• my mind - sometimes it feels like the bane of my existence, but sometimes I realize how incredibly lucky I am to have a strong mind and not everyone is so lucky. Today is one of those days!
• the wonderful world of palmistry - someday I will be able to tell everything about a person with complete accuracy without ever meeting that person. Now THAT is amazing. My palmistry teacher did this today - looked at some palm prints of someone she'd never met and described them perfectly. And taught me about myself at the same time. I am grateful for that.
  

It's Tuesday!!!!!

Yes, it is Tuesday and this day I am grateful for:
. . . a phone conversation with Abigail.
. . . a visit from my neighbor.
. . . Marin County with all of its natural splendor.
. . . Life and all that it has to offer.
. . . the Sun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gratefully seated...

hi all,
this time, these times, the trying times, the boring times. the time to remember to be grateful. and don'tcha worry. i ain't forgot none.

today i'm grateful for:

• not enough pain to keep me away from the computer for a while.
• more walking ease.
• anticipation of being released soon from house arrest )
• my birthday coming up in two days.
• beautiful jewelry
• japanese woman (yoko) for bringing me sushi an making miso soup for me
• all the visitors
• all the phone calls
• sunshine outside, even if i have to enjoy it from inside for now
• a full fridge (thanks amy for topping me off ;)

so yes, i'm grateful.
of course, walking would be good too!

More Monday

Tonight I am grateful for:

• chocolate
• The Illusionist - I really liked this movie
• learning over the internet and new positive connections
• a beautiful day, sun and the three bees who came to visit me
• quiet time to meditate
• feeling okay with where I am right now

Monday

Today I am very grateful for:
. . . this beautiful warm, sunny day with a cool breeze, and that I am not back East where it is very cold!!!!!!!
. . . that this Sunday is the gathering for Hanna and Mimi's Birthday celebration/ our Equinox ritual and that I will be able to attend.
. . . my bike!
. . . my legs that are strong enough to push myself up some big hills.
. . . that my niece and cousin who live in Alabama were not harmed by the tornadoes last Thursday.
. . . that Wendy is able to write a blog during her respite time. Wishing you a speedy recovery Wendy.

Tonight I am grateful for many things. First, the Ricki Lee Jones concert this morning was nothing short of inspirational. I've never had much experience with her music and haven't been super impressed by her in the past, but I loved her! She was such a character. She and the band were tired from last night's show and she had on these 5 inch stilletto black stripper boots that were worth the price of admission. She told lots of cool stories and it was all very relaxed and we were in the front row of a room that held about 30. It was just the coolest thing! And the music was interesting and moving - I guess her new album is all about Jesus Christ and the bible according to a book called The Words. It was an interesting, arty, RickieLeeJonesy take on the whole thing. More than you need to know but, I'm extrememly grateful for the whole experience.

I'm grateful for getting turned on to new things!

Hell, I'll just copy Willow and say I'm grateful for all life.

I'm grateful for herbs and spices.

I'm grateful that I have plants in my space.

I'm grateful for people!

Gotta love this weather!

Today I am grateful for:
. . . Wendy's recovery
. . . fun conversations with Jennifer
. . . books
. . . Sunday's
. . . children laughing

in recovery

and i'm grateful for that.

today is the first day i'm sitting at the computer.
won't be long though, as the pain is coming. gotta keep the foot above the heart. motto for the week.

so, in brief, today i'm grateful for...

all of the love and help i'm receiving
vicadin - without it, these last 3 days would've been much harder
visitors scheduled
ambulatory status, despite v. limited
quiet in the neighborhood

gotta go back to the couch!

xow

Tonight I am grateful for:

Friendly people in crowds
Cute men in crowds
Jeff's tripod and my first non-shaky night photos
The Palace of Fine Arts
Getting out of China town before the Chinese New Year parade ended
Clean cool water to drink and fruit

A Sunny Saturday!

I am so grateful today for:
. . . the photos that SFSweetness adds to the blogs; they are beautiful.
. . . the laughter of children
. . . the smell of the redwood trees and cedar trees.
. . . the way my body feels after a very long bike ride.
. . . the taste of "organic" food.

Wheel of Fortune

This evening I am grateful for:

The beautiful sunny day!
Winning tickets to a private concert with Rickie Lee Jones!
Taking positive actions.
My laughing computer, and a cool new program, thanks to Diane. That was so funny!
All of the yummy food I have eaten today.
Feeling happy, just because.
Oh, and my new eye cream which is working wonders on my dry skin!
Eric Francis' writing - check him out at www.planetwaves.net - he is worth it the time.

Friday!

Today I am very grateful for:
. . . being alive!
. . . thankful to hear (from blogs) that Wendy's surgery went well and she is on the road to recovery.
. . . for a bright clear sunny blue sky.
. . . my bicycle!
. . .a great cup of rich creamy delicious hot chocolate!

I am SOOOOOOOOO grateful!

Grateful that Wendy's surgery went well.

Grateful that Wendy and Amy were IN the house when the accident occurred outside.

Grateful that the sun is shining and I can see my hill (Bernal) from work. I love that!

Grateful that, with Amy's assistance, I am finally able to post here. :-)

Grateful that there are places like this, where we can share. Old friends and new friends alike.

Grateful that I'll be spending some quality time with family this weekend (Dan, Debbi, Sandra and Carolina) most of which I don't see too often.

Grateful to meet a friend for lunch..... soon.... I'm starving!

Today I am grateful that I am alive. I saw a horrible car accident today where one person was severely injured and another woman died. These people were pedestrians, minding their own business, walking on a sidewalk - not even on a street or crosswalk and an SUV plowed into them, pushing them into the side of a building. It was awful...anyway, I'm grateful that we were safely inside when it happened and grateful that the police, etc. came quickly.

I am grateful that Wendy's operation was successful and she's doing well, or at least she was when I left her...

I am grateful that my body is getting stronger. It's pretty remarkable how very little effort or practice can cause big improvements!

I'm grateful again, always, for time off to rest, heal, do what I want to do, explore...

I'm grateful for new opportunities and for the people who cheer me on just because they believe in me.

Thursday!

Today I am grateful for:

. . . thinking about what I am grateful for!!
. . . having had a wonderful Grandmother who inspired me to "live simply"!
. . . all children!!
. . . not living in the path of a tornado!!
. . . my "passport"!!