Louise's Journal
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Hi @LouiseStrong my Grandson is also heading to Chicago this weekend for hockey tournament. Wishing good luck to both boys! Have a fun and safe weekend!
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@Sandra JSweeney Thank you! We had a great time. Won 2, lost 2 . . . not bad:) I hope your grandson had a great time also ... winning would also be nice of course
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I am grateful . . .
- for the great time we had in Chicago this weekend at the hockey tournament
- that I ate pretty sanely in Chicago ... lots of salads
- that my son finished his college exams and did pretty well -
@LouiseStrong Congrats to your son and his team, I understand that was a pretty tough tournament!
What age group is he in?My grandson also won 2, lost 2 and took 4th place out of 9 teams in the 10 year old’s.
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@Sandra JSweeney I am glad to hear your grandson's team faired pretty well. My son is 14 but the tournament he was in was very large with many age groups ... could have been the same one your grandson was in:)
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I am grateful . . .
- for the comforts of home ... I always enjoy going away for a weekend, part of joy is coming back home:)
- that I can see the flowers I planted from my office window, fun to watch them grow
- for the energy and focus I feel in the morning, everthing looks possible in the morning -
I am grateful . . .
- for the sane community! it is a welcome part of my morning routine ... thank you for sharing what you are grateful for, it does my heart GOOD:)
- the lovely walk I fit into the middle of my day yesterday ... seeking the right work-life balance
- my hair stylist ... been going to her for years now. I actually hate taking the time for my hair but my chats with her are so lovely it feels more like a social visit than an obligation. -
I am grateful . . .
- that my 96 year old Father got into a very nice Veteran's home, the one we were all hoping he would get into
- for the relaxing evening I had with my husband last evening, total couch potato
- that my son's summer job search is going well
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I am grateful . . .
- for the long weekend ahead, looking forward to spending time with family
- that I get to work from home most days, such a stress reducer
- that my standing desk will arrive soon, trying to sit less -
I am grateful ...
- the nice anniversary dinner I had with my husband last night
- the long weekend is here
- curiosity and learning -
Happy Anniversary @LouiseStrong and your husband. Have a wonderful long weekend!
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Happy Anniversary @LouiseStrong !
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I am grateful . . .
- for the beautiful campfire we had outside in the backyard last night, so relaxing and soothing. I love the smell, the sound and the beauty of a fire.
- that my younger son will soon finish school for the summer and we can travel to see family
- for the extra day off work this weekend and a beautiful weather forecast to go with it -
@LouiseStrong, what a lovely evening you had last night. Isn't it wonderful to have some time away from the hustle and bustle. The weather is lovely here today as well.
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I am grateful . . .
- for the men and women who serve our country
- for the long weekend we just had, so restorative
- that my husband assembled my new standing desk yesterday, hopefully I will spend less time sitting this week
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I am grateful . . .
- for progress not perfection, figuring out my Sane journey
- opportunity for continous improvement, in everything
- curiosity and learning -
I am grateful . . .
- for colleagues I work with that inspire me to be my best
- for the beautiful pink peonies that are popping open in my back yard
- for my standing desk, I am really enjoying standing while I work at my computer all day -
I am grateful . . .
- for my best friend, today is her birthday
- that I ate sanely when we went out for dinner last night
- that I have time today for a nice long walk -
I am grateful . . .
- for the overnight rain that gave my yard a much need drink
- for the interesting and enjoyable conversations I have with my 2 sons now that they're older
- the energy of the morning when I believe everything is possible -
I am grateful . . .
- for a productive weekend, got all my chores and errands done
- all the things I am learning about myself and how to eat more sanely, it really is a journey
- audio books, I love to listen to them while I walk -
I am grateful . . .
- my son has a job interview today, whether he gets it or not it will help him with his anxiety about the job search
- my younger son graduates middle school tomorrow
- we're planning a trip home to visit family in July -
I am grateful . . .
- that my younger son's 8th grade graduation went well
- that my older son's is becoming more engaged and thoughtful in his job search
- that I have every opportunity ahead of me -
I am grateful . . .
- for Friday nights with my family ... nice dinner and a game of cards
- that my gym appointment is an hour later this morning and I can take my time
- all the rain and sunshine is making the plants flourish -
I am grateful . . .
- for progress not perfection
- for a productive day yesterday
- my morning walkabout the garden with my husband -
I am grateful . . .
- for the partnership I have with my husband
- the 2 long walks I took yesterday, what a lovely day it was
- new morning, new day -
I am grateful . . .
- that I did not mindlessly eat yesterday. It has been particularly stressful at work which often leads to me eating for comfort.
- that I scheduled a work trip I've been procrastinating on, nice to get that off my back
- that my son starts his new job Monday. This is a big step for my son who has some social anxiety.
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@LouiseStrong Congrats to your son starting a new job. Hope he meets a lot a great people to work with. Best to him!
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@Sandra JSweeney Thank you for your thoughtful wishes.
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I am grateful . . .
- for the time we spent together while my husband grilled pork chops last night ... my husband, 2 sons and I sitting in the back yard in the sunshine hungrily waiting for the chops to come off the grill. A pleasant time after a long work day.
- that my work schedule starts later this morning and I can get a walk in before it starts
- my 96 year old Father got a room at the veterans' home, he's been on the waiting list and is so happy to be there
