MomtoCandJ Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 My furnace :) and dfil who plows our driveway for free (so far today we have gotten over 4" of snow and are predicted to have up to 9" by tomorrow evening) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Thankful for: Johnny Cash music Track Lighting Rubbermaid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I'm so very grateful for my best friend and husband, who feels like he is finally "waking up" after 4-1/2 years of living in a dense fog. He is now back to wanting to give all of our savings away to the poor, so I know he is himself again. I'm also deeply grateful for my five adult children who love each other and laugh constantly when they're all together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I'm thankful to have had wonderful holiday visits with both sides of our family (different visits) and two of my three boys at home. The games, the laughter, the food, the company - priceless. (These times are going to be exceedingly rare in the future, so I'm really thankful for them now.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AimeeM Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I'm so grateful that my prayers were answered and I didn't get sick until all the children were well again. We spent the last several days of our trip to PA trying to quarantine all of the children, and DH, to keep them away from FIL (fevers, vomiting, body aches - we had just got over being sick BEFORE we left for PA, too!) - we couldn't leave or stay at a hotel away from FIL because he still needed me to help around the house at that point. I'm sick as crap now, but at least the kids and DH are well, and FIL appears to have not caught it. I'm grateful for my fabulous teenager, who offered to go out to the car in the freezing rain, middle of last night, to get me the ibuprofen left in the car so I could bring my fever down. Oh, and she made jello :D I'm always grateful for DH, who cuddled me in bed last night even though I went back obscenely early, and spent the night sweating because I was freezing and needed the fireplace on. Eternally grateful for DH's job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Jan 4: My new kitchen floors, I did them all by myself. Ds helped pick up wood and move appliances, but I did all the work. It was very cathartic, as ex is a contractor and he would have balked at the floors because they are not perfect, but they are done. It fits my style, my budget, and my house. Not once did I have someone tell me I was doing it wrong (let that statement settle a bit - it's a huge thing to me). I even discovered a working furnace vent under the floor the previous owner put down. It makes the kitchen 15 degrees warmer on days like today (near 0 degrees here). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Jan 4: My new kitchen floors, I did them all by myself. Ds helped pick up wood and move appliances, but I did all the work. It was very cathartic, as ex is a contractor and he would have balked at the floors because they are not perfect, but they are done. It fits my style, my budget, and my house. Not once did I have someone tell me I was doing it wrong (let that statement settle a bit - it's a huge thing to me). I even discovered a working furnace vent under the floor the previous owner put down. It makes the kitchen 15 degrees warmer on days like today (near 0 degrees here).😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 My iPhone with my kindle and Pinterest apps :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I am grateful there is a water storage tank under my house so I always have running water in my house. I'm pretty sure that electricity and running hot and cold water are the greatest inventions of all time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aug17girl Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Thankful for 1. my husband for tackling unpleasant tasks this weekend 2. play dates 3. giving things away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Grateful to have all my girlies at home today. Grateful to a dh that loves working in 41 degrees Celcius heat (he feels fully alive while I feel half dead in such heat!), and to one of the dd's who is helping him construct a shed today!! Grateful to have middle dd home, and that she will clean my house for me (I've still got zero energy after this really awful flu). Grateful for my eldest daughter's boyfriend who completely gets her, and is so good for her. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I am grateful to be here, to be home, and sick in my own bed. I am grateful, enormously grateful, for my awesome DH who held down the fort, cleaned up after vomiting kids, did nebulizer treatments every 4 hours for one kid, managed meds (amidst the protests of a three year old), and stayed supportive for me after sending me off by ambulance. He couldn't be with me at the hospital, but he managed everything and is somehow still healthy and smiling. I love him for many reasons, but knowing I can depend on him is something I never want to take for granted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer-72 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 For a productive day and feeling prepared for the week ahead. Was able to make and/or prep everything for breakfast and lunch for this week along with all of the weekly baking. Also got all of my work clothes washed and ironed. For some time to relax and give myself a facial and a manicure. For good health. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I am grateful to be here, to be home, and sick in my own bed. I am grateful, enormously grateful, for my awesome DH who held down the fort, cleaned up after vomiting kids, did nebulizer treatments every 4 hours for one kid, managed meds (amidst the protests of a three year old), and stayed supportive for me after sending me off by ambulance. He couldn't be with me at the hospital, but he managed everything and is somehow still healthy and smiling. I love him for many reasons, but knowing I can depend on him is something I never want to take for granted. :grouphug: Sorry you are so sick! :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Today's items of gratitude: Ball point pens WTM board one particular pair of new Christmas socks (MIL nailed it with these!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Sunday - my Fitbit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Jan 3. DD16 has a new friend who seems like a pretty nice kid. DD has a crush on another boy who I think is going to be a problem. I am hoping that this new friend will be there to help her navigate what it surely going to be a bad relationship. DS20 headed out the door to go swing dancing with a friend tonight. I love the fact that he likes to try new things. I'm am too uncoordinated and self conscious to do something like that. I adore the fact that my kids aren't like me. DD8 is excited to go back to school tomorrow. I am hoping for at least one good day before she goes back to her normal bad attitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I'm grateful that my youngest son can go to a school that makes him happy. I love homeschooling but I just can't do high school and first grade at the same time. We had a lovely Christmas break and I'll miss him but I know he's in a good place today. (As a side note, I'm also grateful for kind neighbors who gave him a ride to school when his regular ride didn't work out and dh had already left for work.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Running water, my one cup coffee maker and my comfy bed :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer-72 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 For my husband and son picking me up after I put in a late day at the office. For having a boss who appreciates my efforts. For some time to read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Monday - for running into my Japanese friend at the library. We hid out in the stacks and got caught up while she shelved since she was at work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Health insurance. :) I am grateful that DH works for a company that pays for excellent insurances, and that they think it is important to do so. Also, everyone in our family felt human again today. Yay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thankful for my daughter who was able to do my 5hr nanny/housekeeper job today while I'm still getting over the 'flu. Thankful I'm very nearly over the flu, and feeling better than I've felt for a week. Thankful that there is a cooler change expected tomorrow after 2 days over 40degreesC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I'm thankful for a relationship with my kids where they ask me questions. underwire bras. reliable garbage pick up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer-72 Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 For reliable city transit. Took a long time to get home today, but would have taken even longer to drive with all the snow we had overnight and way more stressful. That I managed to get a good chunk of my work project done today. That my husband's job allows him some flexibility to be able to drop off and pick up our son from school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I'm thankful for command start on the car that works. My Mom for trading vehicles with me so I could have working command start in this bitter cold. That the heat is finally working in our apartment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Tuesday - Pop chips. They are crunchy and gluten free! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I'm grateful that I was finally physically able to walk to the little market around the corner, buy groceries, and get home (with help from my son) to make dinner with ingredients that I chose. It was so nice to make dinner again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted January 7, 2015 Author Share Posted January 7, 2015 Today: 1) a bath with scented epsom salts 2) lavender/chamomile tea 3) the honor of teaching a high school class life skills such as stress management and meditation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Somehow I have missed this thread. I am grateful for: dss, they are a blessing dh dh's job our house, heat, running water plenty of food new clothes my mom gave me and dss a good Christmas - not the gifts but the good family time warm fuzzy blankets medicine starting to feel better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aug17girl Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Thankful for: 1. DH who took all three kids with him to the oldest one's practice 2. My car, it is a nice luxury to have a second vehicle and I am glad it is still running 3. The calendars I got today for the kids - they will be thrilled when I give them to them tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I'm grateful for the 'tired' thread that has me rolling around the bed laughing uproariously! So many of them are like me, and it's therapeutic to read and relate! I'm grateful again for my neighbouring teens coming to clean and garden. It's so nice to see the the house looking better than it's looked in the week I've been sick. I'm grateful to have talked to my dear Aunty this morning. Her husband's funeral is tomorrow, and I called to tell her my thoughts have been with her. I ended up being so uplifted and amazed with her grace, her love for him, her happiness at his being called home when he was suffering, her acceptance, her positive spin on the last three years of caring for him night and day. It was amazing….I'm crying writing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Grateful to be home safe with my hubby and kids and our house still standing. Grateful to the very very brave firies and volunteers who saved our house and the amazing people who helped our guys out with food and water over the last few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 This week - Physical Therapy. I am eternally grateful for the field and the professionals that work in it as I watch ds's limp slowly disappear. My parents - they are just the best people, so compassionate, helpful, kind, and loving. They are 72 and should be worried about themselves, but mostly they worry about us instead. I don't know what I would do without them. Heat - it's 1 degree outside and the wind chill is -5 so I am very aware of how lucky we are that we can afford to keep our house toasty warm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Oooo I really like this thread :hurray: Today I am thankful for our family time. We have been living with my mom for a few years now and she is housesitting until April for her brother. So we are getting to experience living alone for the winter and my heart could just burst I'm so happy. (Hopefully that doesn't sound mean, lol.) I'm also thankful that everyone is feeling better. We have all been very sick since Christmas. I'm thankful for a new day, and another chance to get this parenting/homeschooling thing right :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I'm thankful that I don't have to go to the dentist again for many months. I'm glad I could go and take care of my teeth and blah blah blah, but visiting the dentist isn't the most delightful thing a person can do. Except for that one dentist we had in Seattle. It was fun to go there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 For January 5 & 6: Monday we had a very nice school day. We laughed and school just felt good. Tuesday: It was a rough day - how about getting all the errands done with my mom while it was not extremely cold and snowing - that's about all I got. I'll edit later for today, but at this point I got nothing because being woken up to the sound of the cat popping (he has bowel issues) on the floor was NOT a grateful item. January 7: Grateful for my dog - who is very much like a toddler with separation anxiety. It's so totally nice to be idolized by someone who will keep you warm in bed. Tomorrow she goes to the vet for her yearly shots. I may have to drive her around a bit afterward as she loves car rides and the vet's office is literally just down the street. She'll also be mad at me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Snow play with happy kids. DS, and knowing what to do for his allergies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I'm extremely thankful for a language arts program that seems to be working with one of my kids that has a hard time. I'm grateful for sunshine and trampolines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Rain... Lots and lots of beautiful rain Awesome neighbours Power Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer-72 Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 For spending time with ds. For a relaxing evening. For a nice chat with my husband. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 I am currently warm while many are sleeping on mission floors tonight. Everything else is gravy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 The first sounds I heard when I walked into the house after work, was the sound of my daughters giggling together in the kitchen. Joyful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Tonight I am thankful that: 1. My kids enjoy watching original Little House on the Prairie episodes as much as The Avengers. 2. I have a Dh who worries about the chickens in the cold and is willing to go out in the dark and put a tarp around the coop. 3. I have clean, safe water to drink in every season and kind of weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted January 8, 2015 Author Share Posted January 8, 2015 The richest chocolate cake ever, on clearance, when I know I am PMSing. An evening with very little obligations. The deepest and longest laugh I have had in a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mermo Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 My DS catching on to long division easily!! My almost 11 year old Golden Retriever -my sweet, silly buddy. My DH, working hard and enjoying new job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaceful Isle Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Sitting in bed, listening to beautiful music with my dh. Just chilling. Kids in their warm beds, with full tummys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Wednesday - for being "good achy" from having worked out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Happy to have a dishwasher health a hidden candy stash of my own Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Jan 8 - I feel all responsible. My dog has now had her shots, heartworm check, and is once again licensed with the city. Last year I could only afford the rabies shot and license. I'll pick up her heartworm pills in a few weeks. For years ex would tell me to schedule these things and he could come up with the money. He would never budget for these type of expenses and more often than not, they wouldn't get done because money ran out. I feel a great sense of relief to be able to make the financial choice of responsibility even when I have a really small budget. My dog was also very good at the vets. She's a baby, but hates being picked at or having blood drawn. She got treats, didn't even growl when getting her blood drawn, and got more treats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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