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Daily Gratitude's 2021

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Lessstressedhemum · 31/12/2020 18:32

A shiny new thread for a bright shiny new year.

This is a place to pause, be still and count our blessings, great and small. Everyone is welcome, whether you have faith of any kind or none at all.

We would love for you to join with us as we celebrate the good things from loving families to washing drying on the line😁

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Breathmiller · 15/08/2021 09:00

Thanks quinin

Its so good to hear your health is improving. When we have chronic illness and/or chronic pain we do switch off the connection from our mind to our bodies. Its so good to hear that you can connect them a little more again.

Today I'm grateful for a lie in and no work ahead for the day. Ive been working 6/7 days at the moment and with lots going on in my spare time with studying, planning birthdays for family, supporting elderly relatives and getting organised to get ds back to school.

But nothing today! No big plans. Bliss

BigGreen · 15/08/2021 23:07

Beautiful posts Breath and Quinin Thanks

I'm struggling with some work atm, but still making progress. I've never been closer to getting finished than today. Plus DH has been wonderful and taken the kids for days even though it's knackering for him.

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Lessstressedhemum · 17/08/2021 10:34

I'm so glad that you're recovering, Quinin. Chronic illness is the pits and it really does sever the mind body connection. I find that my mind really, really does not want to listen to my body because that would mean acknowledging it's limitations.

Breath, how blessed you are.

BigGreen, one step at a time. Every one is one nearer the end of the journey.

I'm grateful for a continuing, slow recovery with a bit less coughing and breathlessness each day.
For the vet having a cancellation and phoning us to offer it for the bunny's jags.
For my soft warm, soppy cat
For a conversation with my oldest friend yesterday. We have been friends for over 50 years. I was too unwell to go to her dad's funeral at the end of last week and I was heartbroken that I couldn't be there for her. We were able to reminisce and I hope that I brought her some small amount of comfort.
In light of what's happening in Afghanistan, I am so grateful that we live in a country where we have freedoms and that is governed by the rule of law.

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Optimist1 · 17/08/2021 17:04

Like @Lessstressedhemum I'm grateful for our freedoms and rights that are observed by those in power
A lovely lunch today with a friend. Talking over shared experiences and concerns was very therapeutic
Long telephone conversation with my DD

Breathmiller · 17/08/2021 17:10

I'm grateful for a bit more energy today. And for things falling into place.

For the abundance of fresh food available. For the time, the energy and the money to buy and cook this food for my family.

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Lessstressedhemum · 19/08/2021 19:25

Tea and digestive biscuits
My instantpot
The bunny was declared fit and healthy at his health check. He's getting on a bit (almost 7) so it's always a relief when the vet is pleased with him.

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Breathmiller · 19/08/2021 21:58

So grateful for people who want to discuss and ask thought provoking questions on subjects that I'm passionate about.

For my happy family. And for my health.

BigGreen · 19/08/2021 23:11

I'm grateful to have in laws that are kind to me and love the kids insanely much

Grateful to be having another little holiday in a very pretty village

Grateful to live on such an abundant planet with swans, dragonflies, trees, caterpillars and bats 🦇

Grateful for a child's eye view of the miracles of caterpillars and sticks and lichen. In the woods with my kids, it's the time I just feel the happiest

BigGreen · 20/08/2021 23:33

A lovely romantic dinner w DH

A beautiful walk in nature

Breathmiller · 21/08/2021 13:00

In a holiday home with all my crew. Absolute bliss

quinin · 22/08/2021 19:11

Healthy organic foods that give my body what it needs to heal

For my aunt who is a blessing in every way.

For my H who is doing a great job supporting us all in really difficult circumstances.

For the internet that has kept me entertained whilst bedridden

BigGreen · 23/08/2021 00:02

A magical night frog spotting and star gazing with eldest kiddo. Feeling pleased to have planned it and it turned out so well.

Glad to have inadvertently booked such an historic cottage and learned interesting things.

Glad to have had a chat with PILs about how things are. Many struggles but it's good to communicate a bit better.

Breathmiller · 23/08/2021 11:29

A day with no work, youngest at school, no major need to be anywhere or do anything.

Peace, solitude and some me time.

BigGreen · 23/08/2021 22:45

Grateful for a supportive colleague

Grateful for a bright home, inspired to keep it a bit tidier!

Glad to have the end in sight for a piece of work. No longer in despair about it, some parts are strong and helpful feedback today to make it stronger.

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Lessstressedhemum · 24/08/2021 09:41

Loads of sunny washing
Ds2 has all his travel sorted out
A chat with ds1 and ddil

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Breathmiller · 24/08/2021 20:25

Grateful for my super son who turned 18 today. We hung out all day and have had such a fun time. He really is a great person and I love being around him and watch him grow.

BigGreen · 25/08/2021 00:00

A wonderful childminder who always helps us out.
Great chocolate! Cherry Montezuma is the best.
A bit of Christmas shopping

quinin · 25/08/2021 07:49

Happy birthday to your DS @Breathmiller he sounds wonderful.

I am grateful for sleep, such a magical restorative mystery.

Optimist1 · 25/08/2021 08:22

A jolly outing with friends
The quiet tranquillity of very early morning
Good coffee

Breathmiller · 26/08/2021 17:13

A lovely invitation to do some work later in the year with a project that I feel excited about.

Having a job that is a delight to do. I am very lucky to do what I am passionate about for a living.

(And another reminder how reframing things into gratitude helps - i had been a bit overwhelmed with work and something came up on social media saying to be "grateful for your life - to someone somewhere it may be their dream")

So I am grateful for having work that I enjoy.

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Lessstressedhemum · 26/08/2021 19:41

I am so very grateful that we live in a stable, peaceful country
I am grateful for all the freedoms that I take for granted
I am grateful that all my children have equal access to education and opportunities.

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Breathmiller · 27/08/2021 13:49

Time again with my friend's adult daughter through a study project she helping me with. Just a real joy to be around.

A shorter day today. Finished for the day and heading home.

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Lessstressedhemum · 27/08/2021 19:54

A beautiful late summer day
A lovely chat with a neighbour
The smell of my sweet peas and chamomile

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BigGreen · 27/08/2021 22:47

To have finished a big chunk of work that I actually like

To have a great boss who has just let me get on with it and supported where necessary

A kind DH who has let me off childcare and chores

A bank holiday coming up to enjoy

BigGreen · 28/08/2021 22:42

For DH making our bedroom cosy

For living an insane life of privilege in a stable country

For really great bread which is such a small pleasure in life