Today is National Gratitude day. This is something that causes me to roll my eyes.. initially. I have the same reaction to things like Mothers Day or International Women’s Day. I just get frustrated/exhausted/annoyed by the fact that we need to mark a date on the calendar as a reminder to bring awareness to/celebrate that which is so obviously valuable. But once my eyes stop rolling I can see clearly that there is a need to be reminded. I mean.. I still have to stop a few times a day & remind myself to “just breath” & that’s the most basic of things.. so.. Happy National Gratitude Day!
What are you feeling grateful for in this moment?
Today I have all the gratitude for the second spring we appear to be having here in Austin. The amazing cantaloupe I had this morning. My mother, who I need to call. The farm in my neighborhood. Sunshine. My new bike. Forgiveness. 3+ yearsof Sobriety. My partner. Autumn.. &.. why not - National holidays.
I try to take a moment each day to list a few things I am grateful for. Even if it’s just a mental list. Sometimes I do this while I’m sitting at a red light. It helps to keep my brain from moaning about traffic & “other people”.. which my brain just luhvs to do.
Anyhow - Please take a second to share below what you are feeling grateful for today. It would mean a lot to me.
B
P.S. Another great way to pass the time & maybe even feel grateful for a red light is to do your kegels while you’re waiting your turn. Just sayin’.