Gratitude LIst 18DEC21

 What am I grateful for today?

1.  I slept for 7.5 hours last night!  I've been having so much trouble sleeping and the last few nights have been extra bad.  Granted, I had to take the generic night-time flu hot drink to get the sleep, but I got it.  Today was awesome--even though it was super busy (and rainy) at work, because I was rested.  It has some meds in it that rise blood pressure, though, so I can't take it on the reg.  Just now and then when I really need it.  

2.  I'm thankful for friends. When I posted about the above-mentioned sleeping problem on FB, several people responded with specific methods to fix the problems and specific substances/products which could help me sleep better.  

3.  I'm thankful for the--now, traditional--Christmas Lights at Mozart's to which Rachel invites me.  We went last night and it was a beautiful time!  The lights were lovely.  The musician did a great job (and he was lovely).  I tipped him $10 and he gave me one of his newest CDs! (He also rubbed his tummy when he talked to me.  The significance of that is something I'll explain in another post (if you remind me.)    Anyway, today--on my longest day of work, I listened to the CD ( Nik Parr and the Selfless Lovers 'When the Bars close down) every time I got in the car. It was really beautiful!  Of course, I liked some songs better than others, but they were all great.  What a talent he has!  He writes the lyrics and music, sings, and plays the saxophone on the CD.   I count myself blessed that I was given a love for music from my parents and that I enjoy all sorts of genres.   

I'm the luckiest girl in the world, y'all! :)

Gratitude List: 15DEC21

So, part of my counseling is--when I pray each day--to pray and be thankful for my blessings.  I figured it would also be useful for me to look back on (in the future, if I need reminding of how blessed I have been in life) to have it written down.  So, here goes...

1.  I am thankful to Todd who first asked if I had someone to talk to to help me keep climbing out of the depression rut I was in. And--to the elders, who are willing to use the Lord's money to help with the emotional/physical/spiritual needs of their flock. I am so blessed.

2. I am thankful that God--when He designed me--gave me the ability to connect with people very easily.  Not only does it enable me to make small talk and figure things out (like what small, inexpensive gifts I can give my delivery tribe for Christmas that will make them happy) but also that I can lean over and tell an older woman that her hair is beautiful and not only mean it, but also make her feel wonderful.  I love being able to do that (and mean it)  I am so blessed.

3. I am thankful--right now--that I have a decent job, although it is sometimes stressful.  I make enough to eventually be able to take care of all the things that are needed.  Obviously, there are times when it gets a little tough (like now--it is gonna a TON to get the car fixed so that it will pass inspection and I can get it registered and titled in my name) BUT it will eventually be done and I can breathe a sigh of relief.   Eventually, I'll even be able to start saving money for my move to Seoul. I am so blessed! :)