1 The chiropractor takes time to sort out what's going and makes a plan. I'm healing quite well.
2 After my adjustment my face flushes from the much needed blood flow
3 He works exceptionally hard to get the raised garden beds into their respective positions and one gets filled with beaches, pinecones and topped with compost.
1 Hearing the words that I needed.
2 Making plans with a best friend.
3 Appreciating where I am.
1 Just going with it.
2 Looking in the mirror & liking what I see.
3 Missing N. He's so far away.
1 The smoke is thick enough to lower the temperature. At sunset the sun breaks through.
2 I putter all day long. There is nothing pressing.
3 Friends who are family.
1 Appreciating a good laugh.
2 Watching him work on the rocks walls and steps for the garden.
3 Having a little on my lap.
1 Watching the birds up close as they try to out manoeuvre each other to get to the feeder.
2 Grateful to live in Canada where I can choose what happens to my body. Sadness for women in the US.
3 Appreciating those who have cared for me through my bout of c19. Which can take a hike any time now.
1 He turned 60 yesterday very quietly. Celebrations will be on Sunday with the littles to also celebrate Father's Day.
2 Enjoying my peonies.
3 Knowing that I can be there when my son really needs me.
1 After 8 years working as a casual employee, I have a permanent position.
2 Planting his favorite tree by the front door.
3 There is light where there once was just darkness.
1 Starting the day with a coffee and a kiss.
2 My heart feels happiest when I'm in the garden. Hands in the soil, flowers planted and watered in. Feeling the goodness of mother nature and soaking up each moment.
3 Making an effort to walk every day, no matter how short or long the walk. It's just important to do it.
1 He helps me with some woodworking even though he's really tired.
2 Laughing so hard our bellies hurt.
3 Offering with no expectations.
1 Observing and noticing how the patterns of people change along with their circumstances.
2 Feeling deeply and keeping it to myself.
3 Sharing a yummy snack of bananas, peanut butter and chocolate chips.
1 Seeing our granddaughter compete in karate. She's absolutely breathtaking and brought home a bronze in teams, and gold's in solo and kumite. The 3 point kick was jaw dropping.
2 Staying in my own lane. Easy no, worthwhile yes. every.damn.time.
3 Watching hummingbirds feeding at both feeders. Delightful creatures.
1 Being amongst people who are able to share a laugh or two.
2 Raspberry lemon kombucha and pizza.
3 A heat pad.
1 Watching the littles hunting for chocolate.
2 Feeling better after being under the weather.
3 Flowers make me smile.
1 Paying it forward.
2 Mr P has a new union job and we are both pretty happy about it.
3 Realizing that when it snows in April, it's a late April fool's joke.
1 Knowing I can handle whatever comes my way
2 Seeing myself in a very old school photo and smiling at my smile & look of self confidence.
3 Appreciating and acknowledging help from a friend.
1 Wandering along paths and trails, just going at our own pace.
2 The land had burned in a forest fire years ago yet no trees were replanted. Still there's a beauty in the charred remains.
3 Sharing ice cream. He drives so I'm feeding him spoons of creamy deliciousness.
1 Sharing laughs and smiles with friends.
2 Listening actively and nonjudgmentally.
3 I'm feeling grateful for this blog. After reading old, long ago posts I have found pleasant surprises in my words.
1 Finding beauty amongst the thorns.
2 Listening more than talking.
3 Enjoying a cup of rice, Tokyo style.
1 We're having do much fun cooking our Hello Fresh meals. 3 out of 3 .... Excellent!
2 Sinking into a soft bed.
3 The glass of ice water was exactly what my body needed.
1 Finding time for myself.
2 Understanding that it's just a thing.
3 Coming home to a meal & clean kitchen.
1 Getting a quick kiss before he leaves for work.
2 Listening to Zoe purr as I softly comb her.
3 The deer only emptied 1 bird feeder, so there's oodles left for the birds in the other.
1 New mantras to heal & stay grounded.
2 Listening to the wind come screaming across the lake.
3 Seeing 4 photos of Mr P's mom. Mr P created a public family tree a few years ago and recently received an email from the daughter whose mom had lived next door to Mr P's mom. They played together. Beautiful gift from the past.
1 Watching the fog shift and settle in.
2 Getting a sweet message to drive carefully.
3 Having a good hearty laugh at our snapchat videos.
1 Enjoying a very slow morning.
2 Feeding the birds and hoping that the deer leave some food for tomorrow.
3 Cooking chicken enchiladas and guacamole. It felt good to create a meal outside of the usual easy meals.
1 Getting important information means breathing easier and letting go of anxiety.
2 The smell of my body soap always brings a smile to my face.
3 Butternut squash soup.
Goodness, what a long time it's been. So many changes, so much good and bad. What a ride we have all been on.
1. Grateful for my husband and how he's looked after me through this stomach bug.
2. A kitty who paitently waits for her pets. Always wanting love.
3. Coming back to this blog because it helps me stay grounded.
