Another month in 2022 is in my rearview mirror on my road to express thankfulness. This adventure sometimes becomes challenging, but I’m discovering many things to be thankful for daily. Focusing on the positive despite all the tragedies in the world makes me happy. It motivates me to work toward positive change. 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 341 of my 365 days of thankfulness.
Day 341 of my 365 Days of Thankfulness
On day 341 of my 365 days of thankfulness, I am grateful that Rooster and I went to a family bowling night. My daughter, her husband, and kids drove to a small town near where we live. Her husband and his extended family have been making the trip for the past year. Rooster and I never went because bowling isn’t our thing. I hadn’t held one of those heavy balls in my hand since I was in my twenties, and I sucked at it back then. I discovered that I still sucked at it, but I had a lot of fun. The fact that the bowling alley was so small and the competition was all in friendly fun made the experience pleasant. I am grateful Rooster and I went bowling.
This old lady was suprised to have a good time bowling.
I have 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 before your face because you hear the world is falling apart. Let me tell you a secret. The world always falls 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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I may be a worse bowler than you are. Have you ever rolled the ball backward?
No. I’ll give that a try.
It’s good for a laugh ~ you get to see all your friends diving in two directions off the bench!
sounds great.