Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

Day 101 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Spring Flowers

It’s officially spring and the desert is preparing to burst forth with color.

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

Day 95 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – New Neighbors

As our community grows, those of us who’ve been here for a few years watch with amazement as the new homes go up around us.

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

DAY 81 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Working Outside

With Alexa providing the musical backdrop, I dug into a couple of documents needing my immediate attention.

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Day 80 — A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Wind on the Water

We fight for position on the starting line and at the rounding marks ...

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

Day 78 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Al Fresco Dining

As I looked down at my eggs, bacon and toast, the bright sunshine reflected back at me.

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

Day 74 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Flexibility

Scooch … wait … scooch … wait … I’m next to the building now. Scooch … wait … OH NO!

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Day 36 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Sailing

When we moved to Arizona, I pointed out how much more enjoyable sailing appeared to be for him.

Arizona, Food, Gratitude and Joy

Day 25 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Mexican Food

Today I am grateful for Mexican food … which shocks me and brings me joy.

Food, Gratitude and Joy

Day 21 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Farmers Markets

Our neighborhood market isn't a huge, but it’s got a little of everything.

Arizona, Gratitude and Joy

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.