Since I forgot to post yesterday, I am posting twice today!!
I am grateful for "make ups" because they give me a second chance at something.
In school, make up work allows a student to improve a grade.
At work, a make up day allows to put in some extra hours so one does not have to take vacation or sick time.
In my blogger world, a make up post allows me to catch up with a missed one.
There are several other types of make ups...
Which one is your favorite?
Monday, November 30, 2015
9. Spreadsheets
I got so busy yesterday that I totally forgot to post :(
Today, I want to say that I am grateful for Google spreadsheets because they make budgeting so much easier (and FUN).
I was helping my son set up a spreadsheet for his budget and I had a lot of fun creating formulas. He said I made things more complicated, I said I made them easier as all he has to do now is input numbers and the formulas do all the rest!
Yes, it may be silly, but I am grateful for spreadsheets!
Today, I want to say that I am grateful for Google spreadsheets because they make budgeting so much easier (and FUN).
I was helping my son set up a spreadsheet for his budget and I had a lot of fun creating formulas. He said I made things more complicated, I said I made them easier as all he has to do now is input numbers and the formulas do all the rest!
Yes, it may be silly, but I am grateful for spreadsheets!
Saturday, November 28, 2015
8. Goals
The end of the year is nearing. We will make new goals with fullness of hope they will be fulfilled.
How many times have you made a list of goals? How many of those goals were you able to complete?
I always make a list and every year, as the end approaches, I look at my list and shake my head in disappointment. Goal 1 was not completed, neither was goal 2, or 3, or 4, and the list goes on.
Yet, I am thankful for goals because they give me some direction as to where I want to be. I know this year will not be any different. I will make my list and work on it slowly but steady. My list will be the same as last year's as I do intend to work on those goals and, eventually, complete them.
The one thing I have learned over the years is to break them down; this way, even if I only get to step 3 of 10, I have made some progress. And this is what life is all about: making progress, one step at the time.
Don't be afraid of making goals. Do break them down in smaller steps. Keep track of those steps and one day, that goal will be met.
How many times have you made a list of goals? How many of those goals were you able to complete?
I always make a list and every year, as the end approaches, I look at my list and shake my head in disappointment. Goal 1 was not completed, neither was goal 2, or 3, or 4, and the list goes on.
Yet, I am thankful for goals because they give me some direction as to where I want to be. I know this year will not be any different. I will make my list and work on it slowly but steady. My list will be the same as last year's as I do intend to work on those goals and, eventually, complete them.
The one thing I have learned over the years is to break them down; this way, even if I only get to step 3 of 10, I have made some progress. And this is what life is all about: making progress, one step at the time.
Don't be afraid of making goals. Do break them down in smaller steps. Keep track of those steps and one day, that goal will be met.
Friday, November 27, 2015
7. Memories
Things can be lost or destroyed. People pass on. Memories.... memories remain as they get passed on to our children.
I am grateful for memories.
I am grateful for good memories because they bring a smile to my face.
But I am also grateful for not so good memories because they remind me of all the blessing I have, starting with the Atonement of the Savior which allows me to be forgiven for my mistakes.
Share your memories with your loved ones so that you can enjoy good times together and learn from one another's choices.
Share your memories with your loved ones because the day your memory will fade, they will be able to share with you what you once shared with them.
I am grateful for memories.
I am grateful for good memories because they bring a smile to my face.
But I am also grateful for not so good memories because they remind me of all the blessing I have, starting with the Atonement of the Savior which allows me to be forgiven for my mistakes.
Share your memories with your loved ones so that you can enjoy good times together and learn from one another's choices.
Share your memories with your loved ones because the day your memory will fade, they will be able to share with you what you once shared with them.
Thursday, November 26, 2015
6. All Safely Gathered In
At the end of this Thanksgiving day, I am grateful that all who live under my roof are safely gathered in. I am grateful I have a safe place for us to be.
My heart breaks to know of families who have to run away from their homes to find safety from war, or have to find shelter in public places because they lost all they had due to loss of job or illness.
May all of us who do have the blessing of a safe place to gather with family be mindful of those whose circumstances are not as favorable. May we help when and where we can.
My heart breaks to know of families who have to run away from their homes to find safety from war, or have to find shelter in public places because they lost all they had due to loss of job or illness.
May all of us who do have the blessing of a safe place to gather with family be mindful of those whose circumstances are not as favorable. May we help when and where we can.
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
5. Days Off
I am grateful for days off.
Although I never get done as much as I want to get done, I do accomplish a few things I have on the list.
There are plenty of people out there who, due to the nature of their job(s), do not have this blessing. I am indeed grateful that I do. Time is a precious commodity and I need to use it the best I can for as long as I have it.
Although I never get done as much as I want to get done, I do accomplish a few things I have on the list.
There are plenty of people out there who, due to the nature of their job(s), do not have this blessing. I am indeed grateful that I do. Time is a precious commodity and I need to use it the best I can for as long as I have it.
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
4. Integrity
I have lots of weaknesses and faults. Heaven only knows all my imperfections. However, the one thing I have is integrity.
Today, I am grateful for integrity because with integrity comes trust.
And it comes with knowledge that you don't have to worry about keeping up with who you are with others, because you are yourself all the time.
Today, I am grateful for integrity because with integrity comes trust.
And it comes with knowledge that you don't have to worry about keeping up with who you are with others, because you are yourself all the time.
Monday, November 23, 2015
3. A Roof Over My Head
It was cold this morning, 27 degrees Fahrenheit. I am not used to such cold weather, although it is not an unprecedented temperature.
I am grateful to have a roof over my head because it keeps me, my family (animals included) safe from cold winds and cold temperatures.
There are plenty of people and animals out there that do not have a warm place to be. There are shelters but not everyone makes it in and should this person have animals, the furbabies would have to stay outside.
I so wish I was a mega billionaire! I would find a way to build small homes (those tiny houses many are raving about) in each community so these people and their pets could have a warm (in winter) or cool (in summer) place to stay.
A few may be homeless by choice. But the majority is homeless because of circumstances. In modern society, no one should be without shelter. Instead of spending billions in things that are not life changing, why not invest in humans and their pets?
I am grateful to have a roof over my head because it keeps me, my family (animals included) safe from cold winds and cold temperatures.
There are plenty of people and animals out there that do not have a warm place to be. There are shelters but not everyone makes it in and should this person have animals, the furbabies would have to stay outside.
I so wish I was a mega billionaire! I would find a way to build small homes (those tiny houses many are raving about) in each community so these people and their pets could have a warm (in winter) or cool (in summer) place to stay.
A few may be homeless by choice. But the majority is homeless because of circumstances. In modern society, no one should be without shelter. Instead of spending billions in things that are not life changing, why not invest in humans and their pets?
Sunday, November 22, 2015
2. My Mom
Something made me think about my mom today.
Well, I think about her every day, but the thought that came today was about how my mom does not share my same religion, yet she took the time to sew for me a pioneer costume for a play we were going to have at church. It happened about 30 years ago, but I still remember this like it was yesterday.
I am thankful for my mom and for her love for me. For all the sacrifices she made and for her willingness to help me out with something I cared about, even if she didn't.
Saturday, November 21, 2015
1. Thanksgiving
This coming Thursday, it will be Thanksgiving here in the US.
Many people will gather around the table, share a meal as they also share something they are grateful for in their lives.
Long time ago, I started this blog to show appreciation and gratitude for things every day of the year and not just during this time.
Life happened and so my blog fell by the wayside.
It is time I resurrect it. I will count this as day 1!
I need to do so to keep my sanity (counting blessings always brings a ray of sunshine in life!); I need to do so to help others find gratitude in places and things they may not see; I need to do so because I truly am grateful for all that comes my way.
Today, I am grateful I am alive. Not only I woke up and started the day, but I have made the choice to look for the positive in life and to do a good deed every day.
I am usually a helpful creature so I will try to go out of my way for the good deed. What do I mean? I mean that I will look for opportunities to do good things that I do not normally do. I will challenge myself to go the extra mile.
Are you with me?
Many people will gather around the table, share a meal as they also share something they are grateful for in their lives.
Long time ago, I started this blog to show appreciation and gratitude for things every day of the year and not just during this time.
Life happened and so my blog fell by the wayside.
It is time I resurrect it. I will count this as day 1!
I need to do so to keep my sanity (counting blessings always brings a ray of sunshine in life!); I need to do so to help others find gratitude in places and things they may not see; I need to do so because I truly am grateful for all that comes my way.
Today, I am grateful I am alive. Not only I woke up and started the day, but I have made the choice to look for the positive in life and to do a good deed every day.
I am usually a helpful creature so I will try to go out of my way for the good deed. What do I mean? I mean that I will look for opportunities to do good things that I do not normally do. I will challenge myself to go the extra mile.
Are you with me?
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