Creating moments for grace - Week twenty-three

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December 4, 2016

"I will practice gratitude to access joy." ~Brene Brown

Week twenty-three (November 27 - December 3)

This morning the dog excitedly danced before me as I carried the tennis balls from within the house to the outdoors. These balls are his kryptonite and they have assisted us in training him to stay within the boundaries of our yard while his focus is on an opportunity to play.

I giggle at his inability to hide his enthusiasm and recognize the gratitude in this very moment heady with anticipation. He is ready in a flash displaying his thanks by prancing and wiggling while reminding me how simple things can teach us about gratitude. After a few minutes of this energetic play, I return to the warmth of the house where I am now grateful while he slumps next to his water bowl in elated exhaustion.

Brimming with anticipation I witness gratitude from many things; a smile, cup of coffee or even the act of throwing a ball delivers a glistening of delight and as December glides in and gratitude washes over me while I scatter trinkets of kindness that fill my heart with joy.

Rekindling the spirit of the season by creating moments for grace will always deliver gratitude...

From the list...

Week twenty-three: Favorite Physical trait

I always have such a hard time choosing things about myself, I usually want to blend into the crowd not stand out. But a part of my search for gratitude was also to appreciate who I am. I love my hair, strong legs for running, my hands, and my heart that is always seeking joy.

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Week 2	Week 13	Week 24	Week 35	Week 46
Week 3	Week 14	Week 25	Week 36	Week 47
Week 4	Week 15	Week 26	Week 37	Week 48
Week 5	Week 16	Week 27	Week 38	Week 49
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Week 10	Week 21	Week 32	Week 43
Week 11	Week 22	Week 33	Week 44

Comments

December 5, 2016 @ 11:09 AM EST

By Beverly McComb-Davies

Thank you...me, too...prefer to "blend in," but I wrote "I'm grateful for my hands for they remind me of Mom's (though hers were more artistic and creative - my sister got those genes). I pray 'the work of my hands' will bless others." Love you, Bev