MARCH 2013 Daily Gratitude/Appreciations -Welcome!

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I am grateful for the warmth of my home.

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3/31/13 9:17 P

I'm grateful to Spark today & everyday. Last summer, I could not run one minute. Yesterday, I went 10 k - 40 minutes of it at once.

I'm grateful to the honest folks who returned my cell phone yesterday, after I had lost it on the trail. They had to wait for me to get there, but they did.

I'm glad that my Mom has a home with lots of kind, patient caregivers & other residents.

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3/31/13 8:34 P

I am grateful that Jesus Christ died on the cross for us and rose from the dead.

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3/31/13 8:03 P

Live your life like a prayer.
-- Dr. David R. Hawkins

Good afternoon,

At 7:00pm the sun continues to stream through the woods into my frontroom, where my desk is. It fills me with gratitude~~

~ a brisk hour-long walk during the lovely sunny afternoon, happily starting to get back into Movement

~ happy for the sun, after lots of rain over the weekend, with more predicted

~ sore arms (a good sore) from so many planks in yesterday's flow yoga class

~ a classic for lunch: pinto beans and brown rice, not exactly your typical Easter fare, but no regrets from over-eating or eating unhealthy

~ dessert of a moderate portion of 72% Cocoa Content Dark Chocolate with Cranberries & Almonds

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/31/13 1:47 P

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I sincerely appreciate each and every contribution to this thread and hope to see you tomorrow at above link....APRIL '13 Appreciations and Gratitudes.


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3/31/13 9:32 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-The warmth of the sunshine on my arm as it streams through the window
-Kitties letting me sleep in
-A wonderful celebratory dinner last night
-My comfortable bed
-Invitation to friends' home for family dinner today
-An incredible morning hike yesterday in the woods; it was rainy out but we caught it between rains and with the warmer temps, it was just gorgeous; we included some serious bird watching time in the bird blind

Make it an excellent day!!

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3/31/13 8:41 A

My appreciations and gratitudes today include:
-Following through with intention and clipping on anti-gravity boots and walking to labyrinth
-M being awesome gentle dog companion and loyally following me in and out of labyrinth
-Releasing negatives and invoking wellness while taking in wide expanse of beautiful clear views
-Planting intentions
-Finishing unfinished business

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3/31/13 7:31 A

I am grateful this morning for:

- a good visit to my folks in Florida during Spring break.
- getting closer to a final decision about next school year.
- a good run yesterday.
- better sleep than usual this week.
- idea of a bike ride put forth by old friend.

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3/30/13 7:57 P

I am grateful for the love of God

I am grateful for the love of family

I am grateful for the gift of salvation

I am grateful for my church family

I am grateful for the kindness of strangers

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3/30/13 6:35 P

Filled with gratitude...

- a thoroughly delightful delicious dinner at local authentic incredible Mexican restaurant (which is being featured on Food Network in May!) last night for Mom's birthday, with dear friends, and seeing how much my mom enjoyed it
- the waiter who had me smiling all night....oh to be 20 yrs younger!
- being able to make a celebration Maple Bourbon Pecan pie on request...and it was to die for
- running the frurthest I have ever run before this morning..8.5 km...and feeling good
- my new running shoes which carry me
- my hardworking loyal dog who took care of me while I ran this morn, and later again when I rode this aft
- the friends who passed me on the road while I was running and honked and waved

~S

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3/30/13 12:39 P

I am grateful for the quiet of yesterday.

I am grateful for the love of those who mean so much to me.

I am grateful for the time to do my meditations in solitude and quiet.

I am grateful for the sunshine and milder temperatures today.

I am grateful for all the blessings that God has poured out over my entire life.

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3/30/13 10:26 A

AWAKE. Be the witness of your thoughts. You are what observes, not what you observe.
--The Buddha, via Rebecca

Good morning,

Gratitude abounds~~

~ not letting the pounding rain pound down my happy spirit and determination to get out in it to attend yoga this morning

~ deep appreciation for this community whose sole purpose is to express appreciation!

~ enjoying Diana Krall, fav jazz vocalist, crooning "Let's Fall in Love" as I write this

~ peaceful feelings within and without

~ continuing on the last Ecuador blog...now seeing the "light at the end of the tunnel"

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/30/13 9:36 A

This morning I'm thankful for:
... a painting class with J this morning (I haven't done this before)
... trailer is prepped and ready to leave for a short camping trip later today
... beautiful weather predicted here for this weekend
... J's safe return home from his meetings
... all the people who give of themselves to help others

Peace! Betty


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3/30/13 9:08 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-The light, slow rain we are having this morning
-Early morning quiet time; I love waking up this way
-Going hiking with a friend in a few hours; we already determined that if it was raining, we would just take umbrellas and not be stopped
-Not seriously hurting myself when I whacked my head hard enough to make it bleed last night
-Another very solid night of rest after a long walk with a friend and several of her dogs
-An excellent week of physical activity; the best and most consistent I've had in a long while, getting both strength training and cardio done to my ultimate goals
-Plans tonight for our celebratory dinner

Make it an excellent day!!!

Stephanie

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3/30/13 8:29 A

My appreciations and gratitudes today include:
-Breakfast date with R and alchemist friend warm and nurturing
-Raking, clearing front yard and cleaning up rock art works
-Feeling the joy H exuded on our walk as we shared the beautiful day
-Finding successful resolve last night in recurring dream scenario
-Orders received and easily shipped
-Energy, health and happy harmony at home
-Maintaining 98.8% percentile on lumosity with determination to reach 100%

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3/30/13 8:06 A

Today I am grateful for:

~The chance to share my healthy lifestyle with my family
~Cute, cuddly pets
~Beautiful weather
~A great night's sleep
~Finally picking out a movie the whole family enjoyed
~A helpful brother
~Loving and caring parents

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3/29/13 6:49 P

I am blessed and grateful for the love of family, friends, and pets

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3/29/13 1:39 P

Happiness comes of the capacity to feel deeply, to enjoy simply, to think freely, to risk life, to be needed.
-- Storm Jameson

Happy day,

Cozily tucked in my warm space while viewing the beating rain going at it through my window. Giving thanks~~

~ learning about interesting women like Storm Jameson via www.gratefulness.org

~ KarmaTube does it again: Mr. Wright's Law of Love!
www.karmatube.org/videos.php?id=3723

~ MUSIC! If I had a bucket list, seeing Van the Man live in Ireland would be on it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2qr5EP74z
k

~ a wonderful group of local friends -- with love and support lovingly given and received

~ nice chat with girlfriend and dinner date established

Blessed be,
xox
Maha


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3/29/13 11:32 A

I am grateful for sunshine, the happiness of a friend who is reconnecting with her family after several years of disconnect - the JOY and happiness that she is getting spills over into her entire world.

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3/29/13 11:28 A

Thankful today for
... the message of Good Friday
... J will get back to town in a while
... memories of many happy Easter celebrations throughout my life
... friendship
... my ability to exercise (slow but sure) and improve my health

Peace and joy to all.

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3/29/13 10:28 A

I am grateful for kindness, love, friends, family, and pets

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3/29/13 9:09 A

This morning, I am ever so grateful for:

-That wonderful sunshine streaming through my window as I write
-One kitty basking in the sunshine in her spot at the window (who just broke into purrs when I reach over and scratched her belly)
-Warmer temps!!
-Yesterday's rare opportunity to get in both fully body strength training at lunch, then cardio after work
-A very solid night of sleep (ya think it's because I worked my body so hard? - Duh)
-An extra day off today
-Slow, easy mornings
-Morning quiet time
-Not having to hear an alarm, hopefully ever again; I've been waking up naturally for the past 5 years or so
-Anniversary (12 years) card from my mother, including AMC gift cards, the gift of a movie out

Make it an excellent day!!!

Stephanie

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3/29/13 8:25 A

My appreciations and gratitudes this morning include:
-Being picked up and taken to Art Museum, taking in O’Keefe show/film in company of friend and her son
-S gifting me with going in half on designer jacket at smoking bargain at Museum gift store
-Lovely sunny weather for being out and about
-Fun lunch at well reviewed taco café
-Coming home to happy loving welcomes
-Great night of sleep

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3/29/13 8:15 A

Today I am grateful for:

~Being able to share my healthy recipes with friends
~Waking up naturally at the right time
~Sleeping well last night
~Getting to go home today!!!
~Recycling pick-up service in my town
~A healthy breakfast
~Discovering a great new blog

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3/28/13 11:15 P

I am grateful for a four day weekend.

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3/28/13 6:45 P

Today I am grateful for:
~ beautiful, bursting, spring blossoms
~ glorious, warm, sunny weather
~ comfortable home
~ conversation with oldest daughter
~ hubby taking the week off and picking up the slack with younger daughter home for spring break since I am so busy preparing for performances
~ more blessings than I could ever list
namaste,
sherrie

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3/28/13 1:53 P

Thankful today for:
... this glorious spring day
... a great walk around the neighborhood with Chaco (first time I did up and down all those hills this season)
... my senior bowling league this afternoon
... getting some paperwork completed and in the mail this morning
... finding a "new" author whose books I'm enjoying

Peace and joy to all ... Betty

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3/28/13 11:34 A

Gratitude fills me...

- challenged myself this morning a little on my run, and survived, despite tired body and mind
- I chose to skip drying my hair, and steeping my tea, and checking email this morning, after sleeping a bit late, and instead to get my run in. Health and vitality are the priority and I am grateful for that
- lunch being ordered in for us today, and healthy choices available, as a treat before the long weekend
- new Sparkfriends and familiar voices
- not needing ear warmer to run with dog this morning...spring is springing!

~S

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3/28/13 9:11 A

My appreciations this morning include:
-Witnessing and taking in the full sky sunrise this morning going through various gradient mixes
-Lovely drive west w/R for breakfast feast
-Taking right attitude to lunch date and enjoying myself (bonus taking most of lunch home after big breakfast)
-Two dog walk in anti-gravity boots with perfect rhythm under the sunny sky
-Feeling the groove back in studio time
-Being able to pay bills on arrival...done!
-Art museum date today for O’Keefe show

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3/28/13 9:02 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-That gorgeous sunshine bursting through my windows again this morning
-Warmer temps today - upper 50s!!
-Work will be lightening a bit after the many filings I've been preparing for the last few weeks happen later today
-This is Friday for me as we have tomorrow off as a holiday
-Cancellations at my dentist office allowing me to get in quickly on Friday for an appointment I had to cancel last week
-Snow starting to melt away again

Make it an excellent day!!

Stephanie

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3/28/13 8:47 A

The breezes at dawn have secrets to tell you. Don't go back to sleep.
--Jalaluddin Rumi

Good morning,

This was my first pre-dawn arising since getting home. Such an exquisite part of the whole~~

~ the quietness

~ the always-surprise and wonder when the sun peeks over the horizon and blazes up

~ the joy of early morning birdsong

~ delicious first cup'a cup'a

~ the full moon lighting up last night's sky

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/28/13 8:35 A

Today I am grateful for:

~Finding vegan food at Panera
~Frozen grapes
~Finding a great healthy food store
~The cancellation of my morning class
~Being able to prepare healthy foods to share with friends and family, promoting a healthy lifestyle
~Documentaries like Forks over Knives and Food, Inc., which gave me a new perspective on our food system
~Being able to stay with my family this upcoming weekend

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3/27/13 7:28 P

Today I am thankful that I may be saying good bye to two of my students tomorrow.

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3/27/13 1:39 P

Today I am thankful for
... my dear friend, Sandra
... plenty of paper and pens for making lists, writing notes, etc.
... the library
... an abundance of hiking trails close by
... faith, hope and love

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3/27/13 1:32 P

Dear Sir:

It seems that this world would not be satisfying unless one person were allowed to express gratitude and thanks to another. It has struck me as wrong that I should go on and not say to you what I feel.

From my boyhood, when I was kept from play by my interest in "Tom Sawyer" and "Huck Finn," till now, your books and stories have given me more genuine pleasure than those of any other author. I think so often of the many pleasant hours you have given me and have made up to me the lack some times of pleasant companions. Mr. Clemens, please accept this in the spirit that it is sent for the intention is good.

My wishes are that you may for many years continue to cheer the sorrowful and make burden bearing easier.

Yours Respectfully,
Henry E. Barrett
www.dailygood.org/view.php?sid=408

Good afternoon,

After a late night to bed, and in nursing some slight upper respiratory *stuff* I have had a relaxing and slow morning, full of the morning's light and hint that spring has arrived! Joy is expressed for so much, including~~

~ exquisite images of the March Crow Moon: earthsky.org/space/images-of-a-march-full-
moon-the-coolest-and-most-gorgeous

~ I LOVEwww.earthsky.org!

~ The Kitchen God's Wife, by Amy Tan and this great TED talk by her:
www.ted.com/speakers/amy_tan.html

~ an extra-delicious brunch stir-fry of red chard, brown rice, sliced Tofurky Italian Sausage, feta cheese and salsa, with 1/2 avocado

~ eating the chard brought back wonderful recent memories of the abundant *acelga* (chard) that we frequently prepared in Ecuador

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/27/13 8:54 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-My warm and solid home
-A comfortable bed
-Clean sheets
-Abundant nourishing food
-Hot, running water and the luxury of taking a hot shower
-Central heating
-A washer and dryer in my home
-The many abundances in my life that I never want to take for granted

Make it an excellent day!!

Stephanie

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3/27/13 8:19 A

Today I am grateful for:

~A thoughtful card
~A cure for the cracked sides of my mouth
~My photography class
~Clarifying an assignment with my professor
~Getting in a good workout this morning
~A good night's rest
~My mini slow-cooker

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3/27/13 8:08 A

Appreciations and gratitudes for me this morning include:
-Beets medley made, laundry done and studio time enjoyed
-Meditation and hot shower bringing this day a positive beginning
-K curled, cuddling close, exuding loving comfort
-Snow melting and passages clearing for walk today
-Lunch date today as treat for electronic graphics I made
-Date for O’Keefe exhibit tomorrow
-Luxury of going back to dreamland

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3/26/13 7:26 P

I am grateful for the warm laughter of love

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3/26/13 5:50 P

I am grateful for a husband that works out with me. I am grateful for a sunny day today!

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3/26/13 5:41 P

I am grateful that the work day is OVER.

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3/26/13 2:18 P

Grateful today for: Parents being healthy enough to visit. A country where abundance is the norm.

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3/26/13 1:50 P

Grateful today for
... a good night's sleep in a comfortable bed
... chats with J planning future adventures
... massage appt this afternoon
... abundant opportunities and options for exercising
... wine tasting event this evening (curious about how this will go)

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3/26/13 11:06 A

A person is rich in proportion to the number of things which (s)he can afford to let alone.
-- Henry David Thoreau

Good morning,

Another day to give thanks~~

~ Stephanie, couldn't agree more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_uCIR78dg4
(sorry, couldn't resist subtítulos)

~ so happy to be subscribed to my daily news source once again www.dailygood.org/

~ an idea is brewing among friends for "a video night -- a fun, free activity. Many good movies to stimulate some great discussions." YES!

~ one blog finished last night, one more Ecuador story to go!
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_journal_
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~ my wonderful, supportive, faithful, local friends

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/26/13 8:47 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-Sunshine streaming through my window as I focus on gratitude; the past several days have been very cloudy and dreary, it's good to see the sun!!!
-A solid night of rest
-A good documentary (won the Sundance award) called "War Dance," about Uganda
-Great movies from 2012 now becoming available on Netflix ("Argo," "Life of Pi," etc.)
-Setting intentions for strength training at lunch today
-No more snow to shovel, for the moment anyway

Make it an excellent day!

Stephanie

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3/26/13 7:59 A

Appreciations and gratitudes this morning include:
-Panoramic views of snow covered mountains and undeveloped lands on drive west
-R taking and driving me on this wonderful adventure with lovely brunch
-Order received and sent
-Checks in the mail and leather case from Dell in exchange for ink cartridges
-Averaging 51 minutes daily cardio in past week despite the weather
-Curious dreams with good night of sleep

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3/26/13 7:19 A

Today I am grateful for:

~The movie Fat, Sick, & Nearly Dead--So inspiring!
~A good night's rest
~Healthy food to eat
~Friends who motivate me to be a better person
~A great professor
~A loving and supporting family
~A clean kitchen
~The weather warming up!

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3/25/13 8:37 P

I am grateful for a SNOW day - AKA recuperation time.

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3/25/13 7:17 P

Grateful today for:
- figuring out some tricky problems at work with my new co-worker
- my husband complimenting me on my new vest
- my husband being inspired by my workout last night to start dreaming of returning to running himself
- healthy dinner in the crock pot almost ready
- sharing with a good friend and an upcoming coffee date

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3/25/13 5:47 P

Today I am grateful for:

~A good night's rest
~Back on track with working out
~Grapes on sale!
~People to cook for
~A recipe that turned out great
~Finding $10 I forgot I had
~My family

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3/25/13 2:52 P

Today I am grateful for:
~ following Maha (welcome back to the U.S.)
~ getting to see long time friends this weekend
~ Lula doing very well at her check up today
~ Younger daughter has work/ is earning money over spring break
~ Older daughter has returned safely to Georgia from her spring break travels
~ more blessings than I could ever list
namaste,
sherrie

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3/25/13 11:56 A

I want to express my gratitude for my new bicycle. After a stress fracture on my pelvis, I had been so down in the dumps at not being able to run. Some lay up time, some ease back in time, and now I can truly cardio on my foot-forward flying machine. thank you God.

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3/25/13 11:30 A

My heart overflows with gratitude this morning for:
... the positive energy that I see and feel as this day begins
... renewed energy and enthusiasm for making healthy changes in my routine
... a joyful Palm Sunday service yesterday
... an abundance of sunshine brightening this day
... meaningful relationship in my life

Peace and joy! Betty

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3/25/13 9:42 A

I am grateful!

- call from best friend last nite just to chat, just as I was feeling kinda low and alone - what a wonderful thing the way that works!
- using leftover whole wheat wrap and turkey for a handy on the go protein packed breakfast, rather than letting them go stale and wind up in the compost
- snuggles from special dog
- prospect of little on the side job that would give me a little extra income
- forecast of slightly warmer temps this week
- happy tears and laughter during a celebration of life for RMG, attended on weekend, and reconnecting with some special people
- discussion and agreement with friend and I will keep horses at winter training center with indoor ring til Apr 15 as outdoor ring at home still a foot under snow
- juicy firm delicious plums
- my cell phone

~S

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3/25/13 9:30 A

Drawing on my fine command of the language, I said nothing.
--Robert Benchley

Good morning dear friends,

I hope your ear isn't sore this morning, Stephanie...with THREE catch-up chats with friends! I'm front-and-center with the intention of starting my day expressing thanks~~

~ in these latter years, learning the art of keeping still, as well as the joy in silence ("Hello silence my old friend...")

~ 8-week series begins today at my favorite yoga studio, perfect timing with my return

~ I *may* have the deep privilege of sitting once more with 84-year old Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh in latter September at a five-day retreat, Healing Yourself Is Healing the World, at Magnolia Grove Monastery, MS -- fingers crossed!

~ enjoying some kefir, and appreciating the probiotic value of this delicious drink

~ enjoyed the company of women friends over dinner last night and, in choosing wisely, had a tasty veggie meal with a bill under $10 (most were well over $20)

Blessed be,
xox
Maha
Greetings dear Rebecca! Question: Do you use grapefruit seed extract when your throat gets scratchy and sore? (Hope I have some in the house, if so, since I know I left some in Ecuador.)

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3/25/13 8:59 A

My appreciations and blessings today include:
-Dream feeling like auspicious prediction
-Shopping with R and finding new treats for dogs
-Organizing totem drawer, clearing space in office and finding more give-a-ways
-ARC pick up scheduled this morning and piles ready
-Dear dogs morning ritual ending w/K head resting on my lap
-Spring getting ready to emerge under blankets of snow...soon!!
-Reaching top percentile on Lumosity training and still finding it fun and challenging

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3/25/13 8:55 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-Being able to see out my office windows again into the back yard (the screens had frozen over with precipitation that came with the snow); and one of my kitties is happy to see out again too as she's now back on her "spot" laying on a soft towel on the top of my small bookcase that gives her a perfect view of the back yard to watch the birds and squirrels
-A wonderful night of rest; apparently heavy snow shoveling makes for a really solid night of sleep
-Just a small spattering of more snow last night rather than the 1-3 additional inches predicted
-Prompt snow plows clearing our cul-de-sac yesterday so I can get to work today
-THREE phone chats yesterday with good friends to catch up on our lives
-Not already putting away the winter clothes, although I was about ready to
-Mother Nature; keeps us guessing
-Stretching done after snow shoveling; waking up this morning feeling really good

Make it an excellent day everybody!

Stephanie

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3/24/13 11:42 P

Today I am grateful for the time to rest and heal.

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3/24/13 11:30 P

Grateful today for:
-my son doing several days worth of grocery shopping for me - enough said.
-my husband doing the taxes
-my older daughter doing dishes
-my younger daughter doing her Spring Break reading without being asked
-reading a nice story written by my best friend

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3/24/13 7:19 P

I am grateful to be able to run painfree. Its coming up on my 10 yr anniversary of my breast reduction, which before I had I literally couldn't run and had horrible back pain daily. So I am grateful for the ability to workout painfree and strive to not to take it for granted. It literally changed my life

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3/24/13 5:48 P

I am grateful...

- sunlight in the later afternoon, and no wind
- home made hummus
- ability to recognize improvement and progress in equine dressage training, despite some difficult rides and frustrating issues, letting go of feeling jealous of fellow rider having easier success
- for the actual real small steps of progress that are there
- the really friendly woman and dog I frequently meet on weekend dogs walks through conservation area, who like me, likes to say and chat for a moment, but then keep on our respective solo walks
- my messy neighbours did a big clean up of their porch

~S

~S

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3/24/13 3:40 P

I am grateful that it has not YET started snowing and I was able to attend church. Palm Sunday is a big deal and I would have HATED to miss it.

I am grateful that there were some sales on fruits and veggies and I got some of both.

I am grateful that I have been blessed with a loving and caring family.

I am grateful that my cat is affectionate and loving toward me.

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3/24/13 2:20 P

Piglet (and Maha) noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.
--A.A Milne

Good early afternoon,

Happy to be here~~

~ in spite of the "prettiness" of snow, I'm glad to have been spared

~ long, wonderful catch-up phone chat with Stephanie this morning

~ delicious lunch of sweet potato, garden fresh spinach from a friend, avocado, cottage cheese and salsa, all sauteed together with some other surprise goodies making it even better

~ Italian coffee-maker in the mail, and only $22 with points, etc.
www.amazon.com/dp/B00263JWD0/ref=pe_175190
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(I took the other one with me to Adelaida in Ecuador)

~ finally getting started on Ecuador blog #6 (maybe I'll start unpacking next!)

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/24/13 12:20 P

Today I'm thankful for:
... religious freedom
... the return of sunshine today
... my patient husband
... friends
... our dog

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3/24/13 11:48 A

Today I am grateful for:

~Access to a variety of healthy and delicious food
~A loving family
~A helpful study guide
~A good roommate
~Friends who care about me
~A good night's rest
~How pretty everything looks when covered in snow

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3/24/13 10:25 A

Among my appreciations and gratitudes today:
-Venturing out into the snowy morning for exploring this heavy blanketing w/R for breakfast
-Several rounds of snow shoveling to get a good workout
-Reviewing old episodes of “Game of Thrones” w/R
-Relaxing afternoon, resting from super active yesterday
-Happy home shelter

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3/24/13 10:07 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-My warm home that provides a solid roof over my head and shelter from the storms, literally
-Electricity and central heating, and both still operating despite the weather
-Canceling our live music plans last night due to the weather and instead, having a quiet evening at home
-Built-in exercise for today - shoveling 6-8 inches of snow!
-Warm boots, coats, gloves, hat, etc.
-Getting all errands done yesterday so today had nothing required
-These silly, sleepy kitties, all three of them

Make it an excellent day!!

Stephanie

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3/23/13 8:53 P

I am grateful for a day of rest

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3/23/13 2:01 P

Today I am grateful for:
... a good night's sleep
... buttered toast
... friends
... patches of sunshine on this cloudy day
... good health

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3/23/13 12:46 P

I am grateful for a healing day, some rest, some quiet, some sunshine, and lots of love

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3/23/13 11:13 A

This morning, I am grateful for:

-A lazy morning with a slow start to my day; nice contrast to the work week and more relaxing
-A good night of sleep
-A great strength training workout yesterday
-Having the gym almost to myself
-Stretching and how great it makes the body feel; we should learn more from cats!!
-An abundance of healthy food
-Hot, running water

Make it an excellent day!!

Stephanie

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3/23/13 11:07 A

Source of all blessings, you bless us with the blessing of humility – that down-to-earth humbleness that has nothing in common with humiliation, but makes us stand tall and face both the humus that feeds us and the stars to which we aspire. May i learn to practice and to honor in others this sparkling humility, which is the dignity we cannot afford to lose as human beings.
-- Brother David Steindl-Rast

Good morning,

All is well, and here is some of the goodness~~

~ visit with dear yogini friend just ahead

~ we're meeting at Whole Foods, so a healthy lunch will also figure in the mix

~ Chocolove's Almonds & Sea Salt in Dark Chocolate

~ my morning brew

~ organic coffee from Wilma at Cafeteria Quilanga, Loja, Ecuador

Blessed be,
xox
Maha

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3/23/13 10:28 A

Grateful for:
-losing almost 5 lbs without a huge increase in effort yet it inspires me to do more.
-a peaceful morning to relax and gather myself together before working this afternoon and errands
-sunshine
-positive self-affirmations to combat things that get me down
-my busy bird feeder that brings me joy

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3/23/13 6:50 A

Appreciations this morning include:
-Sharing breakfast w/R and alchemist who shared video tricks
-Heartfelt empathy witnessing pow wow dancing, drumming and regalia
-Reconnecting with pow wow vendors and meeting new souls
-Keeping promise and walking H, despite all the pow wow energy expended
-R finishing planting early garden for me with varieties of carrots, beets and peas
-Two loads of laundry done and stowed
-Finding UPS to send Dell package w/promise of happy exchange
-Check for certificate job more than double what was expected
-Clean sheets on freshly fluffed bed

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3/22/13 10:52 P

I am grateful for my son Ed

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3/22/13 10:50 P

Grateful today for:
-a nice business lunch with great people
-looking forward to a fairly slow weekend to relax a bit
-having done the dishes and they actually stayed done for the most part tonight
-figuring out a complex new problem in my knitting
-a bit of warmer weather

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3/22/13 9:00 P

Today I am grateful that it is Friday.

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3/22/13 1:44 P

Today I am thankful for:

The end of the work week.
A job to come back to on Monday.
K's acceptance to study abroad
The refridgerator repair man coming today.
A cold day but no snow!

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3/22/13 12:03 P

Stopping to mark my appreciation for my general spiritual well-being...

- being wiser than I used to be, and ready to learn more
- constants bringing comfort
- change bringing excitement
- a feeling of "now" being a good place
- moments of sheer joy for no particular reason at all

May you all have a little joy in your weekends amongst the business and ups and downs of our daily lives

~S

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3/22/13 12:01 P

This morning (barely), I am grateful for:

-Again this morning, not having slick roads to drive to work on
-Plans to lay low this weekend as they're now saying 6-10 inches of snow is possible Saturday-Sunday
-Spring break week at work, which means it's very quiet as so many are out with kids
-It's Friday!!!
-They're letting us get out of here early today as soon as the market closes
-Big projects completed at work this week

Make it an excellent day!!

Stephanie

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3/22/13 11:39 A

This day's gratitude includes:
... the beauty of fresh snow covering the landscape
... a warm home
... friends coming over for cards this evening
... flying acrobatics of a squirrel through snowy tree branches outside my window
... J's retirement and living life to our own "clock" these days

Peace! Betty

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