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That SUCKS ... but I'm Grateful

Thursday, December 15, 2011

I broke a tooth last Friday. That SUCKS !
I am so grateful that it doesn't hurt and my dentist said he could repair it in a few hours when he saw me Monday during an emergency appt. I go back tomorrow for the 2 hour procedure. My dentist is the husband of my Kickboxing instructor and all the kickboxers get a family discount as well as the security that someone who knows you personally will be taking care of you. This is especially important to me because I hate going to the dentist and I always cry. He is so kind and patient with me and just goes along with the flow and laughs when his wife (my teacher) texts either or both of us to check on me.

I could hardly move my Right Shoulder Tuesday morning - That SUCKS !
My right deltoid was bothering me yesterday. I iced it (on & off) all day and it is much better today. I am going to skip the gym tonight as HIIT class is very intense. I am probably over training again - I just love it so much and love the way I feel (and look) after working out.
I am so grateful that this wasn't anything serious and I am also grateful that I have learned from experience to chill and take a break for a few days (even though I don't want to)

My car over heated last night - That SUCKS!
I am grateful it happened as I pulled into my driveway and not while I was far from home or in an intersection or on a highway. I am grateful that the dad of a friend works as a mechanic and I was able to get my car to his shop this morning. I am grateful that I can be sure that all the work he said she needs is the truth and I don't need to worry that I am being taken advantage of. I am grateful for the family discount he extended to me and that I can pick her up today and I won't be without a car. Thank goodness ! ... How would I get to my dentist appt tomorrow? (LOL)

In the past 2 weeks I have spent $700.00 (Tires) $800.00 (Dental) $950.00 (Car Repair)
THAT SUCKS !

I am grateful (extremely so) that I have the resources set aside to cover all these expenses
I am grateful that my shoulder is just muscle strain and not an issue that will keep me out of the gym.
I am grateful that I have a dentist whom I know and trust and who knows me and doesn't care if I cry.
I am grateful that my 7 year old car with 114k miles can be repaired in 1 day and I will have her back by 6pm tonight.
I am grateful that my mom is feeling a bit better and has returned to working 2 half days a week.
I am grateful for SP and all the people I call friend and who call me friend in this world.
I am grateful for so much more than this, but those are the high points today.

xoxo - C
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XXMILAXX 12/20/2011 5:34AM

    Oh wow...no wonder I didn't see you at Flash's class on Fri, Glad everything worked its way out for you. When it rains, it pours.. but every drop is a blessing in disguise.

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ENERGYSTARALLY 12/18/2011 5:03PM

    (HUGS) You are such a strong amazing woman! If this was my blog I would probably be ranting and raving and then mix a few positive notes in there too. LoL! You are so lucky that you had a dentist and a mechanic that are friends of the family. That is so awesome! I am very glad that your deltoid isn't worse. You are smart to take a break. It can be hard to do so once you get into a routine, but you really do need to rest and recover! Hope you had a lovely brunch today w/your mama. emoticon

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ASRMOM 12/16/2011 9:25PM

    I love your attitude! You attitude screams "You (whoever/whatever you are) do NOT have control of me!" I want some of that! That's for the perspective.

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DEC2DEC 12/16/2011 5:57PM

    SUCH a great attitude!! You really show how easy -- and important -- it is to look for our blessings, even during our troubles.

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NOSTOPPINMENOW 12/16/2011 7:59AM

    You have such an AMAZING attitude! When you can be grateful and happy even when times are tough, you will receive many blessings in your life!

Never lose that outlook!
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TUFFYBIRD 12/15/2011 7:52PM

    Good friends make all the difference, don't they? And it really is important to count our blessings in the midst of our chaotic lives - great attitude C!

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RIDMYCOCOON 12/15/2011 7:41PM

    Nice approach! You really know how to roll with the punches! emoticon

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MARYDSAN 12/15/2011 5:13PM

    Glad you can see the silver lining in those clouds of yours!

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CHRISTYBUG 12/15/2011 4:31PM

    Great attitude! I am working on mine :)

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BOBINVA 12/15/2011 4:02PM

    Happy holidays! Wow! On top of the stress of everything else.

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JODROX 12/15/2011 3:53PM

    You have a lot going on! A lot of stuff that sucks and a lot to be grateful for (especially a good attitude!) emoticon

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JENNA-P 12/15/2011 3:10PM

    This is such a great blog! I admire your positive attitude!

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