Grace I am thankful for grace. But what does that mean? My personal definition (for today) is that it is an understanding, from one human to another, that we are all imperfect. It is the reflection of beautiful imperfections in one another that creates a connection and joint resolution that, in our imperfections, we will strive to create a more … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 22
Month: November 2015
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 19
Today, I'm thankful for purpose. I'm thankful for the reminders of what my purpose is and sometimes, more importantly, what it is not. IS To live faithfully To live with integrity To live giving love and grace To raise the bar of excellence wherever and whenever I can To make an impact To matter IS NOT … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 19
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 18
Today, I'm thankful for beauty. Beautiful things today: My mom My husband yoga running My friends second chances love wins leaves compassion Show me what beauty you're thankful for...
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 17
Today, I am thankful for happiness. Happiness from running, yoga, meditation, smiles, rain, wind, inside, outside thought... What makes you happy?
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 11
Today I am thankful for HOPE. Check it out! This is another bit of HOPE that I'm so thankful for. See what you can see. It's called a miracle.
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 10
I'm thankful for those who have sacrificed so much so I can lead the incredibly blessed life I do. Just, thank you. How can you show your gratitude for those who have sacrificed so much so you can lead your life? That is all.
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 9
With the Marine Corps Birthday tomorrow and Veteran's Day after that, today I'm thankful for FREEDOM and all that others have given so I have it. Thank You. The photo associated with this post is that of my Marine Corps Mama visiting the Iwo Jima Memorial this past Memorial Day at sunrise. If you know her, or … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 9
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 8
Today I am thankful for love; in all its many different forms. No matter what circumstances, there is always love that exists for everyone. It may not exist exactly how you want it, but it is there. Just open the eyes of your heart to see that love is all around you.
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 6
Today, I'm thankful for FORGIVENESS Mine and other people's. I'm always thankful when I am forgiven because I know I am completely flawed and it is a wonderful show of grace when I am forgiven. I need to remember that feeling of grace when I'm being less forgiving toward others. Let's be honest; people are … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 6
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 5
Today I'm thankful for PEACE. To me, peace isn't a lack of turmoil or trouble. Peace is knowing that you will come through it all and you'll understand and appreciate the journey at the end. What is peace to you? What can you do to achieve this peace?
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 4
On this crazy Wednesday full of nutter-butter emails, plenty of yoga and a TON of pranayama and meditation, I'm thankful for... Passion for excellence These days, too many people are lowering the bar and trying to make everything easier and make everyone happy. This is not ok. Excellence is awesome and a hill worth dying … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 4
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 3
"Ohana means family." Today, and every day, I'm thankful for my family. I'm thankful for my family related by blood. I'm thankful for my family related by running, related by the Hope Express, related by yoga and related by our humanity. I hope I adequately show them all how much they mean to me. What … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 3
Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 2
Today, I'm thankful for forgiveness. I'm thankful for all the times I've done completely stupid things and the people in my life have shown me love, unconditionally. Times like this remind me that I need to be just as forgiving as they are. Who do you need to forgive? What do you need to let … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful… Day 2
Thirty Days of Thankful (TDT): Day 1
It's that time of year again. I don't think it's such a bad idea to spend thirty days in a row of super intentional thankfulness. So here's day one: Today, I'm thankful that there is something so much bigger than me, out there in the great expanse, watching out, having my back and making sure … Continue reading Thirty Days of Thankful (TDT): Day 1