This has been a busy week, and an even busier one is looming ahead. Busy isn’t necessarily bad – particularly when much of the busy-ness involves doing fun things and spending time with friends – but it can get in the way of taking the time to practice gratitude. This post is here to encourage each of us to do just that – stop for a moment, and contemplate our blessings.
(If you’d like a bit of background on why I started the Gratitude Linkup, check out this post.)
How to get involved in the Gratitude Linkup
- Write and post an entry in your own blog containing your gratitude list for a moment in time.
- Share the URL to your gratitude blog post by clicking the “add your link” button at the end of this post and filling out the information.
- Share the Gratitude Linkup with your blog readers by clicking the “get the InLinkz code” link at the end of this post and copy/pasting the appropriate code into your gratitude blog post.
- Visit some of the blogs listed in the Gratitude Linkup and comment on their posts.
My Gratitude List
In no particular order, here is my own gratitude list for this moment in time. I hope that after reading it you’ll go on to write and share your own!
- The affirmation of having one of my posts syndicated on BlogHer.
- Being part of not one, but two book clubs that choose interesting books and have great discussions.
- Opportunities to help, to make a difference in someone’s life.
- Our sweet, bratty, dirty cats who, despite their mischievous ways, bring us so much joy and love.
- Coffee.
- Supportive and encouraging internet communities for writers and bloggers.
- Prescription coverage.
Today I am grateful for my returning health. I’m feeling great and today I have a bounce in my step!
Twitter: alphabetsalad
October 28, 2013
Excellent news! Definitely something to be grateful for!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Filthy Felix
What books are you reading!
Marika recently posted… and now onward to Eureka Springs!
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October 28, 2013
One I liked a whole lot that we just read for one of the book clubs was “Me Before You” by Jojo Moyes. SO good, and not at all what I expected. I definitely recommend it, and will definitely be reading more by that author! Next month we’re doing “Eleanor & Park” by Rainbow Rowell – I haven’t read it yet, but I’ve heard nothing but good about it. And our other book club just read “A Prayer for Owen Meany” by John Irving, which is one of my favourite books ever, and next month we’re reading “The Light Between Oceans” by M. L. Stedman. I’ve heard great reviews about that one, too, so we’ll see.
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Today I am grateful for extra sleep and self sufficient children and diet coke and a wonderful man who makes sure I’m feeling better after being sick. I love you Dan!
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Twitter: alphabetsalad
October 28, 2013
That sounds like a great list to me! 🙂
Laurel Regan recently posted… Filthy Felix
Wonderful list! ♥ I am grateful my husband has been home with me, my son seems to be feeling a bit better, and for the pumpkins we managed to get for Halloween.
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October 28, 2013
Love it, Kathy! Thank you for sharing!
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Twitter: anexpatinuk
October 28, 2013
Made my own gratitude list and linked up. Thanks for hosting 🙂
Congrats on being syndicated on BlogHer. Oh, and your cats might be naughty but supercute!
anexpatinuk recently posted… Gratitude List
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October 28, 2013
Wonderful – I will definitely check it out! Thanks for joining in!
Thank you for the congratulations – I am still excited about it! And the cats really are lovely little ones. 🙂
Laurel Regan recently posted… Filthy Felix
I love these lists, Laurel, and the whole idea. Working on my list now….
Twitter: alphabetsalad
October 28, 2013
I’m glad, Elaine! It’s a great habit to get into.
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