Tonight I’m filled with gratitude for everything God has provided. Cold weather is approaching, and I’m in a warm home with adequate heating. We have food and proper clothing. We’re safe, and we’re warm. I have a loving husband and children. I have family and friends who love and care for me. I notice and…
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A Little Snow with My Coffee
Recently, I’ve gotten in the habit of waking up somewhere between midnight and 3 am, staying up for a while, having a cup of coffee, and then continuing my sleep. This morning I followed this pattern, waking at 2:30 am. I made coffee, I enjoyed a couple of cups, I had breakfast, then I drifted…
Today I Am Grateful For
This morning I woke up feeling a little blah. We’ve had a revolving door of sickness on and off for weeks, the ickiness of the weather, wet, cold, ugh, depression creeping in a little…a lot of blah. Sometimes the best antidote for me when I’m feeling this way is gratitude. Today I am grateful for:…
The Predictable Thanksgiving Post
Yes, this is going to be the traditional “I’m grateful for…” blog post, the predictable post that every blogger writes at some point on or near Thanksgiving. Either that will irk you, or that will delight you, and in either case, welcome! ***(Trigger Warning: Death of loved one)*** Today is a weird day. I’m in…
More Than a Mug
“The feel of a perfectly shaped coffee mug as it’s cupped in both hands. Warm. Cozy. Comfort.”, a quote from my about page, in the section about things that bring me joy. It’s a simple thing, but sometimes I think there’s more joy to be squeezed from those little moments that could go unnoticed, except…