It was tough to get moving today. In fact, it was tough to do much of anything today. Everyone has those unmotivated days, where you wake up cranky and it never really disappears throughout the day. I admit, on Jan. 9, I did the bare minimum. So be it.
It was also tough to find something to be grateful for, but I think I have it. I am grateful for slow cookers. I have a good one - got it for my wedding, like most married ladies. It's got a nice 5 quart bowl and holds a good amount of food. Even though I forgot to put the liner in (oops, bad cleanup), I was still very grateful to come home to warm curried lentils. All I had to do was make some rice, and dinner was served. Slow cookers make life easier, so for that, I'm grateful.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
January 8, 2012
What am I doing? What, what, what am I doing? I forgot to post for 2 whole days? What was my excuse? Well, it's the subject of my post for Sunday, Jan. 8 - that's what.
On Sunday, I was grateful for the Season 2 premiere of one of my favorite shows, Downton Abbey. If you don't watch it, you should. If you do watch it, yay for you! I am grateful that the BBC churns out such consistently wonderful television programming, that PBS broadcasts it in the US (so I don't have to watch pirated TV), and that even though the show reported costs $1M per episode, that they feel it's worth it. I know I do.
On Sunday, I was grateful for the Season 2 premiere of one of my favorite shows, Downton Abbey. If you don't watch it, you should. If you do watch it, yay for you! I am grateful that the BBC churns out such consistently wonderful television programming, that PBS broadcasts it in the US (so I don't have to watch pirated TV), and that even though the show reported costs $1M per episode, that they feel it's worth it. I know I do.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
January 7, 2012
Today was one of those "tidy up the house" Saturdays. We have company coming over tomorrow, but all of our holiday decorations were still up, depressingly. So we got our butts out of bed, had a nice breakfast, and started to take down the tree, the ornaments, the holiday cards, etc. and place things carefully in bins.
Whenever we have a big cleaning project, my husband always likes to make a little music playlist to keep us energized and motivated. So today, I am grateful for music and all the joy it brings into my life. Music gets me moving, makes my heart swell, calms me down, makes me think, helps me remember, and generally enriches my life in many ways. I've studied it, played it, sang it, danced to it, and of course, listened to it all my life. Music is my old friend and companion, and I want to thank musicians everywhere for the joy they bring.
Whenever we have a big cleaning project, my husband always likes to make a little music playlist to keep us energized and motivated. So today, I am grateful for music and all the joy it brings into my life. Music gets me moving, makes my heart swell, calms me down, makes me think, helps me remember, and generally enriches my life in many ways. I've studied it, played it, sang it, danced to it, and of course, listened to it all my life. Music is my old friend and companion, and I want to thank musicians everywhere for the joy they bring.
Friday, January 6, 2012
January 6, 2012
And we are all caught up! After this, only one post per day for the year.
I got a manicure today. I like to do that occasionally. I don't splurge on myself very often - my husband has helped me become less of a spender and more of a saver in terms of finances. I used to grouch about it, but paradoxically, being more frugal has given me more financial freedom. In the past, there were times when I wanted very badly to get a manicure (or a pedicure or a pair of shoes), but couldn't afford it because I had splurged elsewhere. Now, I can treat myself without guilt, because I don't do it very often.
I am grateful that I have shifted my attitude about money and saving. The fact that I have done this is living proof that people can change, significantly, if the desire is there.
I got a manicure today. I like to do that occasionally. I don't splurge on myself very often - my husband has helped me become less of a spender and more of a saver in terms of finances. I used to grouch about it, but paradoxically, being more frugal has given me more financial freedom. In the past, there were times when I wanted very badly to get a manicure (or a pedicure or a pair of shoes), but couldn't afford it because I had splurged elsewhere. Now, I can treat myself without guilt, because I don't do it very often.
I am grateful that I have shifted my attitude about money and saving. The fact that I have done this is living proof that people can change, significantly, if the desire is there.
January 5, 2012
Today, I went out to dinner with two friends who used to live in Chicago, but moved to San Francisco. They were visiting and made plans to see my husband and me, go out for a lovely dinner, and catch up.
I am grateful that I have friends who do this. I am eternally grateful that I have friends who care enough to want to make time for me, see me, catch up with me, and share their lives with me even if we live far away from each other. There was a point in my life when I felt like I was losing my friends left and right to careers, moves, family obligations, and significant others. I am grateful that this doesn't seem to be the case anymore, and this gives me a lot of confidence in myself and what I have to offer as a friend.
I am grateful that I have friends who do this. I am eternally grateful that I have friends who care enough to want to make time for me, see me, catch up with me, and share their lives with me even if we live far away from each other. There was a point in my life when I felt like I was losing my friends left and right to careers, moves, family obligations, and significant others. I am grateful that this doesn't seem to be the case anymore, and this gives me a lot of confidence in myself and what I have to offer as a friend.
January 4, 2012
Today, I got up and went to the gym in the morning. Yet another New Year's resolution - live a healthier life. For someone who dislikes resolutions, I've been making a lot this year!
I am grateful for my health. I haven't always done a great job of taking care of myself throughout the years, so the fact that I am fairly healthy and have a good amount of energy is something I treasure. My resolution to live a healthier life is really more about not taking the health I have for granted. I've started becoming acutely aware of the fact that I'm not getting any younger - so I'm grateful that I've been able to stave off any major diseases or ailments thus far. (Knock on wood)
I am grateful for my health. I haven't always done a great job of taking care of myself throughout the years, so the fact that I am fairly healthy and have a good amount of energy is something I treasure. My resolution to live a healthier life is really more about not taking the health I have for granted. I've started becoming acutely aware of the fact that I'm not getting any younger - so I'm grateful that I've been able to stave off any major diseases or ailments thus far. (Knock on wood)
January 3, 2012
Today is my first day back at work after our winter vacation. Therefore, today I am grateful for DePaul University, which has been an integral part of my life for several years. It's my place of employment, where I got my Master's degree, and where I met my husband and many of my friends. Not only do I have a job, but it's a job I enjoy, with people I like, and for an organization whose mission I believe. For that, I am very grateful.
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