Gratitude and Joy

Day Eight – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Scars

Scars are banners of survival! ... No matter the cause, there’s a story behind the scar.

Gratitude and Joy

Day Seven – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Easy Days with Friends

We chatted easily and shared a homemade meal to kick off the year. As the shadows lengthened, we headed home, leaving the others to continue the celebration. 

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Day Six – A Day of Gratitude and Joy – Rain

Rain brings much needed water to the aquifers, feeds the native plants offering food and shelter to all manner of desert wildlife, and offers a chance to enjoy the wonderful sounds that only come with a downpour.

Gratitude and Joy

Day Five – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Trained Professionals

I can replace a faucet, swap out an outlet, install a ceiling fan (usually) … but when I need a plumber or an electrician, you better believe I’m calling in a pro.

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Day Four – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – The Color Red

Not everyone experiences the fun and frivolity of red ... I feel glee. It evokes thoughts of festivity and excitement.

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Day Three – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Avocados

I met Greg when I was almost 50. When we got together, I had never even tasted an artichoke or an avocado.

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Day Two – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Lemons

I am now grateful for the dozens of pucker-producing peels, and the prospect of having homemade limoncello for Valentine’s Day brings me great joy!

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy, Travel

Day One – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Kick off the Year with a Boxing Day Ride.

Jed was a fascinating guy. A fifth-generation Arizonan, he shared a little family lore with us as he pointed out the berries on a tiny cactus and mentioned, “they make great eatin’.”