Another month in 2022 is in my rearview mirror on my road to express thankfulness. This adventure sometimes becomes a challenging task, but I’m discovering so many things to be thankful for each day. Focusing on the positive despite all the tragedy in the world makes me happy. It motivates me to work toward a positive change and being grateful drives away fear. I can see so many potholes in the road, but I start my day searching for the blessings in my life. These events or things might seem small and insignificant, but they add up to a giant pile of happiness at the end of the road. I am inviting you to come along for the ride. Why don’t we all travel the road of gratefulness in June? This post covers day 159 of my 365 days of thankfulness.
Day 159 of my 365 Days of Thankfulness
On day 159 of my 365 days of thankfulness, I am grateful the temperatures were perfect for spending the day at the park. The Bossy Posse spent the day with Rooster and me. They said they wanted to go to the park. This activity seems to be their favorite at the moment. There wasn’t a cloud in the sky, so it seemed the most logical way to spend the afternoon. I almost felt like Goldilocks sampling the porridge. It wasn’t too hot or cold outside. The girls spent three hours playing on the slides and swings, and the mild temps made the afternoon an enjoyable experience.
This old lady likes nice days.
This old lady has learned thanksgiving is a matter of choice. Don’t let anyone tell you differently. Even in dark places, it is good to seek the light. My blessings may not be the same as yours because I’m old. I bet if you dig deep, you can come up with something to be thankful for today. Don’t neglect to see the good things right in front of your face because you hear the world is falling apart. Let me tell you a secret. The world is always falling apart when you focus on the doom and gloom. You won’t always find thankfulness an easy road, but it’s an adventure we can all take together. What are you thankful for today? Leave a comment, and bless my heart. I am not being sarcastic when I say that. I could use the encouragement as much as the next person.
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This is such a good habit. And if it’s not a habit, it might not happen. So thanks for encouraging us. This morning I’m grateful my dose of Covid has been (predictably) light, and that a friend will come for coffee shortly.