awareness

Out of the blue I was invited to an evening concert with some friends. Even though I was unable to accept, I was deeply grateful for the invitation.

ANGER

Anger isn't an emotion that has been acceptable as a child and therefore as an adult. It has been a tough road back to being able to feel and then acknowledge it. Today I was able to feel and acknowledge not only that I was angry, but why and at whom. It feels incredible to be able to know this and I'm much more grounded as a result. For this I am grateful.

Relief

Cold gel was being smeared on my right breast and then the metal ultrasound wand was easily gliding wherever the nurse directed it. Between the mammogram and ultrasound nothing was found. Even though my doctor had warned me I wasn't home free until after the appointment with the surgeon, I was relieved and grateful for these films.

just another ordinary day

and for this I am grateful. Ordinary for me right now means another day of innocence for my kids. Life can be incredibly harsh and even though they've had some real challenges, nothing like the potential of losing their mom.

choosing a name

The name actually came quite easily. For some time now I've wanted to change my name to Jule (jewel) and any gratitude(s) are my gems..gifts to myself. Today I'm grateful I started my own gratitude blog.