Thursday, October 16, 2008

16 Things

I am an in a funk again today. I am tired of my own bad attitude, so I can't imagine how others feel. So, since the opposite of complaining is gratitude I am going to list some things I am thankful for, in hopes I can turn things around.

1. Joel emailed me this morning (even if it was only to nag me!).
2. Jocelyn is (almost) potty-trained.
3. Carson is now feeling better since his two bottom teeth came in.
4. The sun is shining.
5. I don't need milk (hey, it's the little things).
6. Gas was only $3.12, whoo-hoo!
7. I had hot water this morning.
8. My bed is made.
9. Another week is coming to a close, another one to mentally mark off the calendar.
10. Carson's prescription will be free (even though I am crabby that I will probably have to wait forever for it-I am human you know.)
11. We got paid this week.
12. I've already brought my trash can back from the curb after pick-up yesterday (for some unknown reason this makes me really happy-I hate pulling that thing all the way around the building, so I'm glad to have it done.)
13. Josie knows all her colors and can MATCH!
14. I don't have anything scheduled for Saturday-I love a day "off".
15. I have a DVR, so I never miss an episode of "House". :)
16. I am most thankful He is faithful: "If we are faithless, He will remain faithful for He cannot disown himself."

Wow! I do feel better. I just need to remember that all day. 16 things because it is the 16th, just in case you were wondering. I think I am going to try to think of all the things I can be thankful for all day. It might be hard for me, thinking outside the box like that! I'll let you know how it goes.

4 comments:

  1. Perhaps you should print the list and hang it on your mirror or refrigerator. Anywhere you can see it.

    Sometimes when I have down days, we completely rearrange our schedule and just do fun things, like make popcorn and watch movies, or read books together, or play Polly Pockets...anything non-stressful!

    Besides it's fall! Just take a look at a pumpkin and it will instantly cheer you up! Much love!

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  2. I feel better just reading your blog. I too am thankful for hot water and my DVR. ;)

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  3. P.S. I too love "House" (I have it set to record every week!), cheap gas (especially in my gas hog of a car), and the faithfulness of our Lord (I need it every day of my life).

    Maybe someday I should blog about MY "16 things....." =)
    ~Jen

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  4. Every day I have at least 8 things to be thankful for (children), but I have to admit some days I am pretty grumbly as I drive them to and fro and wash the laundry, sort dozens of socks, etc., etc. I try daily to be thankful for my health and energy as I realize not everyone enjoys these things. Give the babies a hug, that makes any mother thankful. Love Ya, MOM

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