The Gratitude Game

1stplace4health

I am grateful for the emergency vet that is close where I took my rabbit at midnight. I am grateful that my rabbit likes the nutrient dense food I have to syringe feed him instead of having to literally force feed him and I am grateful that the antibiotic combo he is on seems to be working faster than the vet expected. I am grateful for an understanding and forgiving boss who's biggest fault is that he gives his employees too many chances. I am grateful for my supportive boyfriend who makes going to school full time, not just a possibility for me, but makes it as stress-free as possible by taking on 90% of the housework and helping me with a few bills. I am grateful for his loving and welcoming family who quickly made me feel like part of the family and who have been there as part of my support system for almost 3 years now. I am grateful that we found this gorgeous apartment last year for waaay less money than they typically are in this area, that was in our price range and has a management company that is prompt with maintenance. I am grateful for my instructors at school who put up with my billions of questions and take the time to look up the answers they are unsure of instead of saying "I'm not sure."

That's beautiful

1stplace4health

I am grateful for First Place 4 Health. It is a Bible based weight loss group at my church. It created a door way for my healthy lifestyle. I have grown spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. I encourage everyone to find their core and purpose in this life and live with a purpose to be successful and teaching others how to be successful.

SandyBVTN

SO grateful for My Fitness Pal and that I have finally accepted the truth that weight is all about calories in/calories out.

Super grateful that negative thoughts about my body and my weight no longer take up space in my head. What an incredible relief to have them gone for good! I don't have the body I want yet, but as long as I am doing something about it and moving in the right direction, I am okay with that.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I have the house to myself even if it is only for a couple of hours.
I am grateful that I have a kind heart and a peaceful soul so that I may help others.
I am grateful that my husband can tolerate my quirky ways and doing everything backwards/hard way.
I am grateful that I have all the necessities that make my life as comfortable as can be.
I am grateful that my mom's friend got released from the hospital again.
I am grateful that I still have my mom, even if we have not been as close as I would have liked.:brokenheart:
I am grateful that our garage project is complete and working fine.
I am grateful that I can appreciate the smaller things in life. Like the fresh north breeze today that helped clear the cobwebs from my head. A warm cup of herbal tea, a ice cold glass of water.
Today I am thankful for being me!
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kar2083

I am grateful for my loving family.

I am grateful for good friends, who care enough to ask how I am doing.

gaylebodine

Today I am really grateful for my mfp friends: Tracy who keeps me honest and smiling every day, Frances who is my fearless 5:2 buddy, and Marney, Mary and Patty who are in my senior challenge group. Thanks Guys!!

Also grateful for my life, my son, my Denver BFF Sandra, my community of artist friends across the nation and world. I am grateful for my participants and friends in my art groups (art journaling and botanical sketching) and my facebook friends and teachers who are so dear.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that Gayle kicks my butt and reminds me to log my crappy days along with my good days. She makes me laugh even on my bad days. :flowerforyou:
I am grateful that I now have the energy to do the things that I must and extra energy to the things that I want.
I am grateful that I have the free time to read a book, talk a walk or just to veg.
I am grateful that my mom got a clean bill of health from the doctor's today.
:drinker:

FutureTrophyWife

I am grateful for my family. I am grateful that my youngest daughter is happy in college and my oldest daughter persevered and finished graduate school. I am grateful that my son is working. I am grateful for my husband and all that he does for our family. I am grateful that my father is in good health. I am grateful for my friends. I am grateful that God loves me and answers my prayers.

pam1056

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gaylebodine

Today I am grateful that got through last night's and this morning teen crisis and all seems well. Grateful that my buddy Sandra is coming over to paint with me. Grateful that this school term is almost over.

gaylebodine

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kcl29

I love this thread! Last December my wonderful husband, only 56, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. We could easily have spent this year angry and bitter, but the truth has been that although we truly detest that he got this disease, we have had so much to be thankful for.

I am grateful to all the doctors and nurses who have taken incredible care of us. They have been brilliant and kind and compassionate and hard working - angels on earth! I am grateful that I have good health insurance. I am grateful that we had saved money so that our insurance deductibles and loss of income did not cause us financial hardship. I am thankful to all the people I work with who could not be more supportive, they handle my work whenever my husband needs me for anything. I am grateful for my family and friends, who have been so incredibly supportive. I am thankful for all the amazing gifts and prayers we regularly receive without ever having to ask. I am thankful for my wonderful sons, who help us with anything we need. I am grateful to have my sweet husband, and I am grateful for every day God will allow him to stay with me. I am blessed!

asia1967

^ Wow, after that grateful post, anything I had to say sounds so trivial.
So Today I am grateful that my husband is healthy and that we are still happily married. (Thou if we continue to do DIY projects together that may change.) ( I didn't say I wouldn't to open and honest. )
I am grateful that my health improves a little more each day.
I am grateful that I can laugh at myself.
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gaylebodine

kc, that is a very inspiring gratitude post!

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I am relatively healthy.
I am grateful that my husband's diabetes is under control with oral mediation.
My husband buddy's wife was just diagnosed with MS and they found an inoperable tumour. :brokenheart:
I am grateful that I have had the chance to tell my loved ones that " I love them."
:flowerforyou:

gaylebodine

I am grateful that I have my health and that my son seems back to his normal self. Grateful to be able to walk and talk with him for 50 minutes this morning. He is going to be 18 in February and believes that he has found his future wife. Wouldn't he be the lucky one! I am grateful to be home from work after a long evening class.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I was able to get out and walk in our local Provincial Park and do the trails.
I am grateful that I was able to enjoy the beautiful day and lovely weather and I was able to sit by the lake and listen to the waves lap against the beach and rocks.
I am grateful I got to spend the day relaxing with the husband and of course our dog. :happy:
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gaylebodine

Today I am grateful for Colorado weather. We have had the most beautiful warm days and today a nice thunderstorm. I am grateful that I know how to listen (I talked to my sister on the phone and she does not need two people for a conversation). Glad to talk to my cousin in Taipei. Grateful that my son helped me make pizza and seems interested in learning to cook. Grateful that I got at least half of the art piece done I've been working on.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I allowed myself to step out of my comfort zone and have met some awesome people on MFP. :flowerforyou:

gaylebodine

Today I am grateful that I allowed myself to step out of my comfort zone and have met some awesome people on MFP. :flowerforyou:

Tracy, I'm so glad to know you on mfp! Such a great community. Facebook used to be my big thing but find myself going to mfp first these days. Really makes a difference to have the support and a place to just vent, share recipes, keep agreements. Think YOU are awesome!

swimmom123

I'm grateful that I found this discussion thread today. I love the positive vibes.
I'm grateful that I dragged myself out of bed at 5:30 am and was on a spinning bike at 6 am. I'm grateful for the days I figure out how to add exercise to a busy day -- and then do it.
I'm grateful for a good night's sleep.

libby2208

I'm grateful that no matter how tough things may seem in my head, I always have enough.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I can still enjoy the small pleasures in life, looking at a friend's picture.
Taking a walk in the park.
Enjoying a good laugh with a new friend.
:flowerforyou:

gaylebodine

Today I am grateful that life can only be lived one step at a time. Grateful that "the blues" can change to rainbow hues when least expected.

asia1967

Today I am grateful that I can recognize the joy of life even amongst the pain.
I am grateful for being able to step out of my comfort zone, even thou it was difficult.
I am grateful that I know I am still capable of falling in love even at my old age.
I am thankful that I found my inner strength to accomplish the goals I set out for myself!
:flowerforyou:

gaylebodine

Today I am grateful that it's the end of the term and my students got their projects done, after all. Grateful that I am mustering the courage to change my life. Grateful that the scale is my friend and keep on losing, slow but sure. Grateful for my friends on mfp.

libbydoodle11

I am grateful that I found this cool thread.

I am grateful for my friends and family.

I am grateful that I have my health.

I am grateful for having my clients turn into friends.

I am grateful for being able to generate an income while being self employed.

gaylebodine

Today I am grateful that I got to talk to my friend Betty about senior financial issues and have decided to do the paperwork next week to retire early. I've been agonizing about it. I will still work, of course, but with a different mind-set I think. Also grateful that it was a beautiful day in Colorado today. 70's during the day, cooler morning and evening. Grateful that my X agreed to send my son to see his friends over Christmas break. Grateful to talk to my mother in Illinois and have her sound so strong and healthy. Grateful that the scale is moving the way I am working for it to.

asia1967

Today I am grateful I had the energy and gumption to get on the treadmill at 6:30 am and kick *kitten*.
I am grateful that I have made myself put my safety blanket away and start to embrace life again.
I am grateful that I had the courage to reach out and make new acquaintances on MFP.
I am grateful to be alive and well.
:flowerforyou:

gaylebodine

Missed my gratitude post last night so doing it this morning. I'm grateful for a pleasant place to live, being able to move around on my own and go up and down stairs. That I am now in Onederland. That I found mfp.