Gratitude and Joy, Musings

Faith

I believe that all the world’s religions have similar, nearly identical even, basic tenets: Treat others as you want to be treated being the fundamental cornerstone.

giving back, Gratitude and Joy

Just a Half-Pint

If you’re looking for a way to help others, but don’t want to commit to hours of volunteer work and don’t have money to send, this is a great way to do your part.

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Day 365+1 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – A Postscript

I’m glad I got to fill-in from time-to-time, but it was only to help nurture HER baby (I had fun, too).

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Day 365 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – It’s Been a Wonderful Year!

If I’ve brought a smile to your face along the way, then I’ve accomplished my goal!

Food, Gratitude and Joy

Day 364 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – The Good China

I love getting out all the pieces and setting a super fancy table for a holiday meal.

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Day 363 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Oops!

I remember my dad always saying “Don’t cry over spilt milk” (I think everyone’s parents said that at least once or twice). It’s true!

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Day 362 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Sarcasm

In lieu of the font, I will continue to try to write the words I mean (trust me on this, it is a daily challenge).

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Day 361 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Gifting, Regifting and NOT Gifting

If the spirit of a gift is to make the recipient happy … and passing it on makes you happy … well, mission accomplished!

Enzo, Gratitude and Joy

Day 360 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Tough Decisions

Sometimes, we can’t muster up the courage to make the decision, so we suffer the consequences of making the wrong one. Yesterday was that tough decision.

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Day 359 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Christmas Movies

Sure the plots are agonizingly similar and some of the acting isn’t the greatest, but they’re universally sweet reminders of the joy of the season