Today I'm Grateful

Events of the past 24 hours have caused me to reflect on all the blessings I have been given. Blessings to follow in no particular order---just typing as they come to me. (This list is in no way inclusive of all my wonderful blessings).

I'm grateful for my family---Dad, Mom, Sister, Brother.

I'm grateful for the warm sunshine on my toes.

I'm grateful for music and the musicians who write and perform it.

I'm grateful for my naturally curly hair.

I'm grateful to be an American.

I'm grateful for my mobility.

I'm grateful for my sight---beauty is all around us---even if sometimes I have to wear my glasses.

I'm grateful for chocolate.
I'm grateful for smiles.

I'm grateful for the calming influence of the beach.

I'm grateful for my Savior Jesus Christ.

I'm grateful for my creative mind.

I'm grateful for healthy babies.

I'm grateful for the BEST Grandma in the world.

I'm grateful for anti-bacterial soap and wipes.

I'm grateful for Vanilla Coke.

I'm grateful for green salsa at El Zarape.

I'm grateful to live in California. 

I'm grateful for my college education.

I'm grateful for good books---literature, biographies, histories, whatever.

I'm grateful for crochet---so relaxing.

I'm grateful for Therma Care heat wraps.
I'm grateful for my values.

I'm grateful for a comfortable home.

I'm grateful for DIY pedicures that make you feel pretty even when aren't wearing make up.
I'm grateful for cloudy days.

I'm grateful for sunny days.

I'm grateful for rainbows.

I'm grateful for cozy socks.

I'm grateful for my sewing machine.
I'm grateful for my upbringing.

I'm grateful for trees.

I'm grateful for puppies.

I'm grateful for baseball.

I'm grateful for digital cameras.

I'm grateful for my long eyelashes.

I'm grateful for my Honda.

I'm grateful for Trader Joe's Ice Cream Sandwiches.

I'm grateful for my comfy brown leather couch.

I'm grateful for for my name.

I'm grateful for ambulance drivers, EMTs and doctors.

I'm grateful for cool breezes.

I'm grateful for warm cookies out of the oven, and the cookie dough that comes before.

I'm grateful for running water.

I'm grateful for flip flops.

I'm grateful for cheese.

I'm grateful for Sudoku puzzles.

I'm grateful for chapstick.

I'm grateful for Crumbs cupcakes.

I'm grateful for the comfort of a fire on a chilly night.

I'm grateful for veggies.

I'm grateful for happy memories.

I'm grateful for my red patent leather shoes.

I'm grateful for baking soda toothpaste.

I'm grateful for clean sheets in bed.

I'm grateful for the game of Liverpool Rummy.

I'm grateful for my laptop.

I'm grateful for black spray paint.
I'm grateful for slow walks around the block.

I'm grateful for Peanut Butter M&M's.
I'm grateful for old black and white films---when actors were actors.

I'm grateful for freedom.

I'm grateful to be alive.

Bless you, if you made it to the end of this list. Its a little crazy. I will probably go back and edit it later. Be thankful for everything you have. Take the time to count your blessings.