Day 342 of my 365 Days of Thankfulness

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 342 of my 365 days of thankfulness.  

Day 342 of my 365 Days of Thankfulness

On day 342 of my 365 days of thankfulness, I am grateful to be halfway through editing the second book in my Henhouse series. I decided during the COVID lockdown to go back to the drawing board. The first book I wrote was Saving the Henhouse. I plan to go through all four books and perform a deep dive into editing these first creations before I self-publish. I didn’t know what I was doing when I started writing. I have learned many things since 2014. Applying the things I’ve learned will make these books stronger. One of the things I discovered on my journey is the road to publication is a long game. It takes sweat and determination to reach the finish line. I am grateful I am still in the writing game.

This old lady is happy to be editing.

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.

Who is Molly Shea?

Molly Shea is an accomplished fictional short story writer from Indiana who writes short stories and novels about a fictional town called Tecumseh.  To read more of her short stories and adventures, click here.

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I am the author of Saving the Hen House. I didn't know when I started it would turn into a series. I love to ride motorcycles, the blues, my family, and going on adventures. This old hen rocks.

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