Food, Gratitude and Joy

Day 52 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Cooking Classes

We booked a class and spent a couple of hours learning and laughing as we sliced and diced our way to a delicious meal to take home.

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Day 51 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Coffee

Every morning I get up and head to the coffee maker for that one cup of steaming nectar.

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Day 50 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Valentine’s Day – Greg

He’s my editor (but not this one, since it’s a surprise - so excuse any typos) and supports my love of writing, travel and … well … everything.

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Day 49 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Kisses

As we prepare to celebrate Valentine’s Day, I think of all the things that mean love, especially the kiss. 

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Day 48 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Surprises

I am grateful for those little moments of shock and glee. I love unexpected gifts.

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Day 47 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Warmth (Guest Blog)

These days, the fireplace is unnecessary and the “something alcoholic” usually tinkles with ice.

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Day 46 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Travel Planning

When I decide on a destination, I tend to dive into the concept for days.

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Day 45 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Technology

If you’re over 40, you likely have some memories of a time before you had the world at your fingertips.

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Day 44 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Cards and Letters

I am grateful there are still people in the world who take the time to actually “put pen to paper” and drop something in the mail to someone special.

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Day 43 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Smiles

For the simple joy of it, here are a bunch of smiles. I hope they bring you joy and remind you to be grateful for the little things.