Good Vibes Thread

[Velobambina]

I'm trying to be grateful for at least one thing every day (my quest to be more optimistic). Everyone please join in!! Today's :):D:)

Fiona's stitches are looking good & she isn't licking them (newly spayed golden retriever puppy extraordinaire)

It's sunny outside and there are some signs of spring, despite the cold (crocuses!!)

I got in a 50 miler--outside--this morning and there was NO ICE.

I don't have to go back to work until Thursday and have only seven (7) more days left in my horrible assignment.

[Tater]

Let's see...

- I am going on a ride this afternoon with a new cycling buddy.
- The issue with the brakes jumping on the Four-runner ended up being nothing more than a tightly jammed rock. Nothing expensive to have repaired, thank goodness.

[redrhodie]

Velobambina, I'm grateful for the Craft jacket you sold me a few months ago! It's toasty! I'm still riding!

[salsabike]

The sun is coming out here and the crocuses are poking up and it isn't raining.

[kelownagirl]

My body lets me exercise. For that, I am eternally grateful.

[OakLeaf]

Oh! Great thread! Thanks for starting it and may it go on and on!

Besides being thankful to you, VB, for starting this, one long-term thing: I have a husband whom I love dearly, and who loves me.

And one short-term thing: I'm starting to finally get over this bronchitis, I actually rode the commuter bike to Pilates class this morning and so far I don't feel any worse! Maybe even a little cardio tomorrow I hope I hope I hope!

[Zen]

This may seem odd but my brother, sister and I commenced to cleaning out our mom's house today to sell it.
I enjoyed the time with them.

[emily_in_nc]

I am grateful both that I am capable of running on our trails, as I did today, and that we are fortunate enough to live in the woods and have trails among the trees to run on.

Emily

[Flybye]

I love laughter and what it can do for a home.
I love the innocence of my children.
When those two can collide, I am very thankful.

Last night, I got such a blessing - my youngest daughter was playing "Rock Band" on the XBOX and came upstairs to tell us that she had just passed "THE hardest song - Juice Box Hero!!!"

We laughed and have been singing "Juice Box Hero, got straws in his eyes" all day.

I love the idea of this thread - I love to practice thankfulness and being content with what I have! Thanks for starting this..................


For the younger crowd, the song lyrics are actually "Juke Box Hero, Got Stars in His Eyes"

[IFjane]

VB what a wonderful idea for a thread!

I am thankful for TE because I have met some of my best cycling buddies here - and even get to meet them in the flesh sometimes...like today!

I am also thankful that I am able to get out in the fresh air and enjoy the beautiful world from my bike.

[KathiCville]

I heartily second Jane's sentiments!! In part, because she and I met for the first time today and enjoyed a 27.5 mile ride together on her home turf's glorious backroads! Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance; old churches and homes around every curve; cows aplenty; and a beautiful small river running through it all for most of our journey. And a mostly FLAT route, LOL!! It doesn't get much better than that! :)

Edit: This IS a great idea for a thread! One of my New Year's rez this year is to end each day by naming at least three things I'm grateful for. Just to remind myself that no matter how bad a particular day might be, there's always *plenty* of good stuff, too.

[divingbiker]

--I got to take a nice bike ride on this beautiful day.
--My sick dog is still hanging in there and seems reasonably happy.
--The cable guy finally came (45 minutes after the three-hour service window was over) and gave me a new cable modem so I'll have reliable access to TE. :)

[pyxichick]

VB,

Every morning when I wake up I think of all that I am grateful for. It usually includes: my boyfriend, my house, my health, my family. It is good to make a habit of saying thank you to the universe. When you show gratitude, more good things will come your way, just wait and see!

Cheers,
Kate:)

[Brandi]

I am grateful for my family and friends.
For my job.
For my wonderful town that offers wonderful bike riding almost year round.
And grateful for my fur kids.

[Wahine]

I am a glass is half full kinda girl and I try to look at all the things I should be grateful for throughout the day.

Today: I'm grateful to have been able to run 10 km in beautiful weather with good friends.
I am grateful I could help a friend deal with her pain
I am grateful for my handsome, funny, intelligent husband
I am grateful for my beautiful house
I am grateful for the peacefulness of my life right now
I am grateful that my mother is still hanging in there
I am grateful for the beautiful sunset tonight, the wonderful meal I just had and the glass of red wine in my hand.
I am grateful for T. the electrician

I really could go on for hours.

[jesvetmed]

OK..
I am thankful for my health.
For a longtime good friend who is now gone, who has left me tremendous funny memories and a life time of laughter!
For my husband who is SO supportive, no matter what I take on... as long as I try to be on time to whatever I commit to with him! :rolleyes:
For the sunshine that I woke up to today!
For dinner with good friends, and the margaritas we shared!
For a job that pays me nicely and leaves me time to really enjoy my life.
To the mexican restaurant who had food tonight, when my hubby failed to come home with the FISH!
And last, for finding TE... you guys ROCK!

[Pax]

I am so happy my mom is going to move home permanently, it will be wonderful seeing her more than three or four times a year!

I am beyond grateful for the love and companionship of my honey, together we make a beautiful team.

[Velobambina]

Today's :D

Got in another 50 miler outdoors this morning, no ice, didn't get cold--even hands/feet stayed comfortable;

Legs are getting very strong from all the big-gear drills;

Fiona's stitches are healing up and the incision isn't seeping, like I thought it was this morning;

Temps are rising so the predicted rain won't turn to ice.

[Brandi]

today I am grateful for having such a good friend who helps take care of my fur kids when I am gone working.

[Wahine]

I just woke up but I'm grateful for good coffee!!:D And my husband who brought me a cup in bed.:D:D

[IFjane]

Today I am grateful that we got our ride in before the drizzle started!

And that I was able to get out and ride at all. I feel healthy, even with all my chronic aches and pains.

I am grateful that no matter what, life is good.

[divingbiker]

Today I'm grateful that I got to have lunch with two good friends, one of whom I haven't seen since before Christmas.

And that I have a good job so I can go to Whole Foods and buy lots of expensive groceries and special tasty dog food to entice my sick boy to eat.

[Crankin]

I am thankful today for feeling good again. For my husband, who always supports me. For being in the position to be able to quit my job to go back to school next September. For being able to ride outside TWO times in February, here in freezing New England.

[OakLeaf]

Today I'm grateful for my very heterodox spiritual upbringing, which has given me the ability to find some enlightenment in a variety of spiritual practices.

And for fresh homegrown strawberries from the jar on the porch :)

[salsabike]

I am thankful that it was a flat-out gorgeous day here in the Pacific Northwest and we went out for a 30 mile tandem ride, and saw gazillions of families with little kids.

I am thankful that my neighbor showed me the very large, really beautiful witch hazel plant she bought at the local nursery for 30% off (Ruby Glow, at Skye, for anyone who needs to know), because I am going to go buy one tomorrow.

[Wahine]

Ooooo, I'm thankful for my Witch hazels too. they are stunning right now.

[kelownagirl]

I'm thankful that I saw roadies out this weekend! Can't wait until that's me!

[crazycanuck]

I'm thankful for my dear keeping me back from going crazy now that i can cycle outside. I'm thankful for his support over the last 4 months.

I'm thankful for a doggie that gives me sloppy kisses

I'm thankful for the sunshine & warm weather in Perth. (so glad i'm not 1200km north in Exmouth where there's a tropical cyclone!)

I'm thankful that we saw Black Watch last night.

I'm thankful for just being round

[divingbiker]

I am thankful today that there are creative people in the world who create recipes and share them with the rest of us. Like the one for the peanut butter coffee cake I just made, which will make my coworkers happy tomorrow.

And I am thankful for my Kitchenaid mixer, which makes baking fun.

And I am thankful that it's a gorgeous 60 degree day here today, so I can ride my bike into the office to drop off the cake and print out my W-2, which I can't find here at home.

And I am thankful for TaxCut software, which has made my life so much easier for the past 10 years.

[Starfish]

Today I am thinking about the Silver family's funeral, and I am thanking the Lord for the time I got to spend with my own Mom and Dad before they went.

I thank Him for those moments last night in the woods of deep silence with the moon on the mountains and the snow, to clear my head for the coming week.

I thank Him for truly caring colleagues who care about me as a human being before they care about me as a mortgage LO or coach.

And, as my Mom used to say..."You know, I love men, but I thank God I'm not one!" LOL, me too, Mom! :)

[Brandi]

Today I am grateful for .....
Lorelei has not had a tempture in over a week!
for living in california
for all my pretty flowers that have come up early to brighten my day
For being able to afford to go to Hawaii again this year for vacation
For the support from the wonderful caring people on this site!

[Brandi]

I like this post a lot!
About 10 years ago I suffered from heart palpatations that were caused by me. I had to learn to calm down and take a breath. I took on yoga (still doing it to this day) and changed certain things in my life. I started walking (I now ride instead of walking) and really learned to control my emotions. This grateful thing was one of the things that helped me. Every day no matter what I wrote 5 things I was grateful for even if it was the same things every day. I did this for about 3 months and I swear it really helped me a lot! So we should try and keep this thread going as long as we can cause i think it really helps!

[redrhodie]

I'm glad I met those people today. I'm glad there's cycling on tv again!

[Velobambina]

Today, I am grateful for

Being able to ride in 58 degree temps, despite the wind and wet conditions;

A sweetie who surprised me w/my favorite flowers (tulips) and will make a special trip to get me some Jelly Beans

That Fiona's stitches are healing up, despite her puppy energy level (which is difficult to surpress)

Stephen King, into whose books I can lose myself and be entertained (I've been a fan since "Carrie" was first published, back in the day)

Federal Holidays ;)

Knowing that I will have to commute all the way out to Herndon only SIX more days.....

[OakLeaf]

Today I am grateful for my next-door neighbor, who pries me out of my shell with a shuckin' knife if that's what it takes ;)

And for the coral honeysuckle that's blooming in my bower.

[rocknrollgirl]

I am grateful for my husband, who told me in the middle of my injury induced depression that he had signed on for the long haul and I could not scare him off.

I am grateful for my tri-buddy Mike the PT who came back to work today and was able to treat me and gave me reason to be very hopeful.

I am grateful that 1/2 of the 80 essays I have to grade today are now behind me...

Oh...and good red wine and dark chocolate...every day I am grateful for that.

And the past few weeks I am very, very thankful for the other girls loitering about in the walking wounded forum, with their broken bits and pieces, they have given me support and made me laugh.

[IFjane]

Today, I am grateful for

Being able to ride in 58 degree temps, despite the wind and wet conditions.

Federal Holidays ;)


What she said!

I didn't get a Federal Holiday but I am grateful that I have a job that allows me to flex-out on a beautiful day like today (except for the wind) and get on my bike. :D

[Velobambina]

Today, I'm thankful for

Good health, strong body

Snowdrops that I saw blooming yesterday (the hope of spring)

The comp time I accumulated last summer so I could take off today & make sure Fiona continues to mend from her spay

My three wonderful golden retrievers whose wonderfulness and unconditional love are one of life's treasures

[Bad JuJu]

[QUOTE=Wahine;287176]I am a glass is half full kinda girl QUOTE]
Me, too. In fact, sometimes it seems to irritate people that I'm so freakin' optimistic, so it's nice to have this thread where I can vent my optimism freely;)--thanks Velobambina!

I feel fortunate for so many things most of the time:
my friends and family
a job I love
Cocoa the chocolate lab
great biking buddies
my health.

But today, the best thing is that I found out my twin brother's coming to visit us in May--woo hoo! He lives in Alaska and I in Florida, so our visits are few and very special to us.

[Blueberry]

I am grateful for Bike Friday's customer service - they (unexpectedly) shipped our stems back 2nd day air, and we'll have them tomorrow.

I'm thankful that my colleague is finally getting the help he so desperately needs.

I'm thankful for daffodils - our first sign of spring:)

And I'm very grateful for my fur babies - Teddy the Golden who puts his head in my lap, and Garfield the cat who sits beside me. Buffet who grooms my hair;) and Cricket - each day he is alive and comfortable is a treasure...

[OakLeaf]

Today I'm grateful for my sisters.

And for the wind at my back - even when I have to earn it by running upwind first :D

[Brandi]

Today i am grateful to be alive to see today!

[redrhodie]

Today I'm grateful I made myself ride even though I really didn't have the time.

I'm really loving my new Selle An-atomica, too.

[sgtiger]

I'm thankful for the health of myself and of my family members.
I'm thankful for my parents, even though our relationship is not ideal - I realize that they love me and have done/are doing the best that they know how. I'm thankful that there is still time to work on my relationship with them.
I'm thankful for today!

[Crankin]

I'm thankful that today I got to ride outside when it was only 36, but because the sun was out, it felt great. And I am thankful I forced myself to get all dressed in my cold weather gear to ride to an appointment.
I'm thankful I am seeing my older son tonight! It's so much fun to have grown kids you really like.
I'm thankful that Scott is coming home in 10 days so we can see him before he goes to Iraq. I am still eternally thankful to him for making us a "riding family."

[rocknrollgirl]

Today I am thankful for the very honest boy in my period 5 class that realized during the test on genetics that I had accidentally copied the answer key with the test. Duh....Everybody had the answers!

Thanks P for bringing it to my attention...

We got a good laugh out of it

[Zen]

I'm glad I kept the dog who I originally said was "not the dog for me". She looks so cute in her little Woolrich coat she makes me smile.
And for her buddy Gingervitis :)

[salsabike]

Today I am grateful for my best friend back east, who is funny, wise, cares a lot about others, and is a grown-up.

[kelownagirl]

I am grateful that my physiotherapist said I should work through the problem so I don't have to stop running again!!!!

[Velobambina]

Today I am thankful ---

--That I could get a ride in -- outside -- on dry pavement before the winter weather sets in and means I'll be Spinerval Queen for awhile;

--Decently warm feet & hands during said ride;

--Another day off;

--A trio of SLEEPING Golden Retrievers (when puppy [the Holy Terror] wakes up and is ready to rock, look out---stitches? what stitches in me sweet belly? mama, me want to play and wrestle Maeve & Maud, me not want to be calm!)

[redrhodie]

Last night I wanted hot chocolate, which keeps me awake all night, and turns me into my evile doppleganger. I'm glad I discovered hot milk with sugar and vanilla is really good, without the side effects of chocolate!

[Pax]

I'm so happy today because my mom came and stayed with us last night and will stay over again tonight!! She was so relaxed and happy, we had some wine and had a nice talk, she said she loved being with us. I love my mom!

[Tuckervill]

I'm thankful today for the pain in my knees, which is my reminder that I have been working hard helping my son get his house ready to sell, which means I have raised someone so responsible so young that he has a house to sell in the first place.

I'm thankful for my bike, which I will go pedal around the block a few times before the rain comes, to help my knees feel better.

I'm thankful for the sunshine streaming in my window, because I know it's not going to last.

Karen

[Velobambina]

Thursday, I am grateful for---

Our year-round sun room, where I work out with Coach Troy. Warm & dry when it's nasty outside;

My fluffy Patagonia fleece cardigan, which I'm wearing to work today. Its good vibes will hopefully serve as a "anti-Strega shield" during the big meeting I have scheduled today. May it allow me to deflect all of La Strega's backstabbing, nasty ways and prevail over her machinations;

Only six more days, counting today, in this assignment from hell. The light at the end of this tunnel is getting brighter

[OakLeaf]

Yesterday's, really:

I'm grateful for Thai food, and for being able to watch the moon come out of the eclipse.

[KnottedYet]

I'm grateful for the bike racks on our busses, and that so far the weather looks good for multimodal commuting today.

[sundial]

I'm so thankful for a warm home to shelter us from the bitter cold.
I'm thankful for the support and encouragement of the TE'ers.
I'm thankful for my health and that I can enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

[chickwhorips]

I am thankful for Peanut starting rehab and starting to become her old self again.
I am thankful for things freezing over last night so the commute to work was easy because I know the way home is going to be sloppy and wet. I'm also thankful for studded tires.
I am thankful for my boyfriend helping me through some hard times.

[KnottedYet]

I am grateful that my Surly and I managed our first multi-modal commute of 2008. And she didn't fall out of the bus's bike rack!

And I'm also VERY grateful that the evening bus driver managed to avoid t-boning the truck who ran the red light in front of us... cuz my bike would've been splattered!

I liked that the driver joked about my bike and the truck over the PA, and that the other bus riders laughed. (and that I had enough composure to joke back... despite my pounding heart and dry mouth and sweaty palms!)

[Wahine]

I am infinitely grateful that my mother seems to be getting better and that today she had enough confidence to go to the mall and do a little shopping with my sister. Thank you universe.:D

[Pax]

Today I am happy. Some very good things are falling into place with my mom, it's so good to have even minor little resolutions to the seemingly endless list of decisions and tasks.

[redrhodie]

SNOW! I love it when it's falling like it is right now.

I'm glad I don't have to drive.

I'm thankful Trixie slept well last night.

[IFjane]

I am very grateful that I did not have to get out and drive in the ice this morning.

I am grateful that our electricity has stayed on in spite of the ice.

[Velobambina]

Today, I'm thankful because

I, too, could take leave and not have to drive in the ice;

The snow bypassed us and we won't have to deal with the "dregs" for who-knows-how-long;

That the freezing rain should turn to rain;

Yesterday, those who matter & who have influence stood up against the one who is pushing for her own self-serving reasons---she was exposed and now, my boss, et. al., see the horrible situation I've faced since early January;

That I have only four more commutes to Herndon;

For the first green hints of the tulips to come....

TGIF

[Crankin]

Yay! It's snowing and I am grateful that tomorrow I will be able to go x country skiing again and snow shoeing on Sunday.
It looked like March around here up until today, but I am happy to see the snow. And, that I didn't have to drive in it.

Robyn

[chickwhorips]

I am thankful for honest friends.

I am thankful for nice co-workers.

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful for sunshine and beautiful weather, and being able to finally get out for a ride today.

[Velobambina]

I'm thankful that it's the LAST weekend in February.

I'm also thankful, today, that Fiona has made that rite of passage, allowing us to take down the BigAss crate. It took up a corner of the living room and didn't add much of ambiance.

[OakLeaf]

Today I'm thankful for Bernd who owns and runs the gym I belong to. Knowledgeable, helpful, very hands-on and a character to boot.

And for warm rain...

and for having the laundry room in the garage so I could strip out of my wet clothes as soon as I got home :p

[KnottedYet]

Grateful for Spring!

It's sunny, beautiful, clear here in Seattle! The birds are going nuts, my daffodils are coming up, and my primroses are blooming!

[redrhodie]

I'm glad I went to Pilates, even though it was more like yoga today.

[Starfish]

Here's something...one of my LBS's is looking into carrying Blue! ;)

[chickwhorips]

I am thankful for my health.

[Mr. Bloom]

I'm grateful that when I went to visit my mom, she was out of her room playing bingo with the ladies! She was sober and laughing!:D

[Blueberry]

I'm thankful that in our first ever tandem ride (we just bought a pre-loved one:)) that DH and I 1) did not fall and 2) did not kill each other:)

CA

[evangundy]

I just found this thread ... Very nice!

Today was fun, a short but pleasant ride on a clear sunny day, with friends and lunch with them after. Portland Int'l Raceway was repaved over the winter, and they had "open house" today. Walkers from 10am to 11am, bikes and walkers sharing the road from 11am to one, then the cars and motorcycles after 1pm. Brand new smooooooth pavement for our bicycle races this year will be wonderful!!!

Edna

[Zen]

Brand new smooth pavement is one of lifes greatest small pleasures.

[Wahine]

I am thankful ... that my mother is moving on, that she got busted out of the hospital today and that my sister was there for her this week to help.

... for all the beautiful trees we saw today.

... for nature's infinite layers of texture, colour and density.

[Starfish]

Thankful that I didn't get hit on the road today by the reckless (and they think drunk) kid who crashed his car just a way down the road.

Thankful to the nice fireman who took pity on me after over an hour of standing there, sweat-drenched and freezing in the cold, darkening afternoon.

The Staters were letting a lot of people walk around, including some locals who lived there, but they wouldn't let me through, even after the ambulances were gone, and after a bunch of people had walked around all over the site.

That fireman said, "Don't look around, just follow me, then disappear." I was freezing cold, and he helped me get on my way, only 20 minutes back to my car. It was the very end of my ride.

[kelownagirl]

I am thankful that I finally found my driver's licence yesterday while on my way to the DMV to get a new one! It's been missing since last fall....

[Pax]

I thankful that I got a break yesterday. My brother and sil stepped up and took my mom shopping and to lunch...I had one whole day to be just with my honey!

[Velobambina]

It's Sunday! And sorta sunny. Also, looks like I might be able to ride outside tomorrow before work.

[KnottedYet]

I am thankful I have a sweetie who understands bike love, and even enables it!

(and doesn't think I'm a nut for spending $XX for a pair of bike shorts, but get hives at the thought of spending anywhere near that for a pair of pants to wear to work)

I'm also thankful for the beautiful quiet ride I had this morning in the soft gray light, and thankful for the bike lanes my neighborhood put on the low-traffic side streets. (encouraging bikes to avoid the high-traffic main streets altogether)

[redrhodie]

Really glad I went to yoga this morning.

So grateful I'm so lucky.

[redrhodie]

Today I'm thankful George won the final stage of TofC yesterday!

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful for bench presses (really). And for sunshine, again.

[sundial]

I'm so thankful that Starfish was not injured by a car and that she arrived safely at her home.

I'm thankful that there are no TE'ers in the hospital who are critically injured. I enjoy the fellowship of these wonderful gals. :)

[jesvetmed]

Today I am thankful for the spring-like weather.. the window is open and I can hear the birds singing!

I'm going to say I'm thankful for the 1.5 hours on the trainer I have to do now, but I'm not sure that's not a fib? No... I AM thankful! I'll be more thankful when it is over, though!:rolleyes:

[Velobambina]

Monday, I am grateful

For being able to ride outside before work. No ice, no rain, not too cold

For having only THREE more days left in my current assignment (the one from hell) and therefore, only THREE more commutes all the way out to Herndon

For my rad, comfy Frye harness boots, which are my choice of footwear w/skirts during the winter.

[firenze11]

I'm thankful for the bike that is sitting on my trainer at the foot of my bed. I'm excited to try a new spinervals tomorrow.

I'm thankful for benadryl. When expensive allergy eye drops fail, I have something to fall back on.

I'm thankful for TE, everyone here has been so helpful and inspirational.

[crazycanuck]

I'm thankful for Perth Summers..It's 36C today :)

[KnottedYet]

I'm thankful for everything, even the one bathroom (what luxury, having TWO bathrooms!) that's calling out to me to be cleaned.

I'm thankful for my primroses, which are just busting out all over with blossoms after today's sun.

[Velobambina]

Today, I am thankful for

My good friends who have supported me through a tough year

Knowing that I have only two more days that I must commute out to Herndon

[redrhodie]

Today I'm thankful because:

I found $20 on a snow bank! Woo-hoo!

I adore my LBS guys.

My friend gave me a fantastically creepy steel crow sculpture which I love.

Another good day!

[spokewench]

I'm thankful that my BIL is still with us and seemingly doing well - we will get to spend another few days at spring training with the rockies, eating rocky dogs and drinking good beer!

I'm looking forward to warm weather riding in a few weeks in Phoenix - it is nice to be so close to the warm weather.

and I'm thankful that my geraniums are blooming so vibrantly fuscia in my wintery window at work!

[chickwhorips]

I am thankful I am 27, in good health, healed after a year of foot surgery problems and did a mini tri on a beautiful winter day.

And I am thankful for the moose that I had to bike around didn't move. Because 5 feet away from a very large moose butt is kinda scary.

[KnottedYet]

I'm thankful for the flowering dogwood and blooming cherry trees, wildly colorful crocuses and daffodils and some little purple flower I don't know; all saturating my walk thru a very urban neighborhood to work this morning.

[Trek420]

I know I complain a bit, well a lot about living in the midst of a remodel but I am thankful for my health, that I have the funds (I hope I hope) to complete the job. However messy it's a roof over my head and many on this planet don't have that.

Most of all I am thankful for Knott, she keeps me smiling :D. And all the support and laughter I find on TE and for my family.

Well, off to sweep up dust in the kitchen. :p

[Wahine]

I am thankful for my strength, physical and mental. I am truly blessed.

I am also thankful that the majority of the time I'm fairly humble, but obviously not today.

[Crankin]

I'm thankful that my long term substitute position is going well. I got a surly 12 year old boy to do his book project in my class yesterday, after my teammates told me he did nothing in their classes.
I'm also thankful that I feel well enough to work!

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful I have access to electric power.

And I'm thankful for power failures to keep me honest.

[Tuckervill]

I'm thankful that all my board members showed up last night, and no one is complaining, and they all agreed with me on keeping that one guy from coaching.

Karen

[KnottedYet]

I'm thankful I have indoor plumbing. Plumbing is a beautiful thing, and I take it for granted far too often. (Until it has a problem, then I appreciate the heck out of it!!!!)

Very grateful I was able to clear my drains myself last night.

[jesvetmed]

I'm thankful for the fact that I'm off work tonight (meaning, I get to SLEEP MORE!).

And for the coffee I am about to pick up (THANK YOU STARBUCKS!) in order to get home safely this morning!

And for the reminder from this thread that I need to be thankful daily!

Oh, and I'm thankful for the sore calves from my run yesterday! OK, maybe I'm not as thankful for those...:cool:

[Trek420]

I'm thrilled beyond words. We (mutt and I) went on a long'ish morning walk where she had a friendly momentary play with another dog. Although the dog was offleash :( I'm glad because I saw it would be a friendly encounter.

She's a rescue mutt and come such a long way. There was a time this would have never occured. When I got her she'd go nutso if she even saw another dog. She seemed pleased to get to play with a dog.

[Velobambina]

Wednesday gratitude

Riding outside, after missing yesterday due to cold rain (today, windy as all get out but not too much ice)

Toughing it out at work--making myself do some things beyond my comfort level

Only one more day of commuting out to Herndon

Dark chocolate covered blueberries (bliss)

Mr. Mouse's inability to pass up the bait and going into the Electric Trap. Zap, Mr. Mouse. I hope it was quick and painless!

[redrhodie]

I'm thankful ;)

[salsabike]

I am grateful today that I have some really great colleagues. Man, does that make a difference in your day.

[Zen]

Poor Mr. Mouse.
Or Ms. Mouse.
Just trying to find a warm place to sit out the winter...;)

I had to go to Georgetown today :(
but in doing so may have gotten a clue as to the source of my kinetic dysfunction :) :)

[kelownagirl]

I am thankful that I can feel the pain in my shins and foot (I have a paraplegic friend). I am thankful I can afford to make the decision about whether or not to have laser eye surgery.

[Velobambina]

Poor Mr. Mouse.
Or Ms. Mouse.
Just trying to find a warm place to sit out the winter...;)

I had to go to Georgetown today :(
but in doing so may have gotten a clue as to the source of my kinetic dysfunction :) :)

Unsanitary. Pooping in my kitchen. Terrorizing my dogs. Belongs outside.

I'm grateful he's gone on to a better place.

[Velobambina]

Thursday gratitude

1. Training classes at locations close to home
2. Being able to ride outside today w/no fear of ice (cold as a witch's youknowhat but blessedly dry)
3. My swiss ball standing up to Fiona's teeth and the fact that I had a spare plug for it, since she must have eaten the original.

[Blueberry]

VB - Wasn't today your last long commute day? If so, congrats;)

I'm thankful that the partner from *&$% has finally left the building and won't be back until Monday!

[redrhodie]

I'm glad BF bought me a pineapple. Now, if he'll just peel it for me, life will be complete :rolleyes:

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful for giving myself permission to take a day off.

[Zen]

Thankful I have one dog sleeping at my feet and another sleeping on her"princess pillow".
Just looking at them makes me smile.

[Blueberry]

I'm thankful I have a CLE today, and don't have to head into the office.

I'm thankful we have 1 week and 2 days until Daylight Savings time begins. Yes, it will be dark in the mornings, but my friend the sun will still be there to greet met when I leave work at the end of a long day (at least most days!).

Happy leap day all!

CA

[Velobambina]

Friday's Gratitude

The obvious---TGIF!!!

Today was my FINAL commute all that way (20 miles) out to Herndon

Today was my FINAL day in the assignment that has been a bad match for me

This morning's ride was OUTSIDE where it was cold but ice-free (got to see Diablo, the local coyote, too)

I finally OD'ed on jelly beans, so I won't crave them until next Easter

[jesvetmed]

I'm thankful today that I had MY FIRST FLAT... at home! And, I was able to easily find the problem.
Now I get to go to the LBS and replace my tire, which has a great big hole in it.

Which brings me to ... I'm thankful I get to go to LBS and SHOP!

I'm thankful, too, for my faithful dog by my side all afternoon.

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful for a good hard ride, and for my wonderful acupuncture doctor.

[redrhodie]

I'm thankful for the sound of dinner being made for me. Smells good, too.

[Wahine]

I'm thankful that my intensive is over and for all the things it taught me.

I'm really thankful for a cold beer.

[Velobambina]

On 1 March, I'm thankful

That we had no rain last night, so I could ride outside this morning [47 toasty degrees!]

That March means new beginnings (meteorological (sp?) spring starts today)

That my husband is NOT going in to the office this weekend! :)

[Bad JuJu]

On 1 March, I'm thrilled to see that the high temp today will be in the low 70s! Woo-hoo--looks like a great day for a long ride!

[Flybye]

I am thankful that one morning someone woke up from his slumber and decided that he'd had enough - that today would be the day that he would set out to prove once and for all that the world wasn't flat.

I am also thankful that one morning someone else woke up from his slumber and decided that he'd thought about it long enough - that today would be the day that he would set out to build the first airplane.

I am thankful that one morning someone else woke up from his slumber and decided that he had finally figured out a way for people to shop and communicate over their computers.

All of these things make a trip for me and my DH to the tropics possible. When we get there, I will be thankful for being able to experience SPRING a little earlier than if the world was still flat, we couldn't fly, and we couldn't purchase trips online in the comfort of our homes.

YIPEE!!! Thanks God, for making people with brilliant minds!!!

[IFjane]

On March 1 I am thankful that my mom is healthy and active and will be 85 on Monday (3rd); and that she will be participating in my cycling wedding in April!

[kelownagirl]

I am thankful that the snow is finally gone from the front yard and almost gone in the back. I am especially thankful that the street cleaning has started!!!!!

[OakLeaf]

I'm thankful for the cop who didn't give me and DH a performance award today :rolleyes: - not only for giving us a break, but for doing his job generally.

And for another beautiful day.

[Crankin]

I am thankful that right now as I type, both of my sons are home, sleeping in their beds. And I am thankful for my son's girlfriend who is also here; yesterday I bought her a birthday present and I realized that it was the first time I ever bought "girl" things!

[Velobambina]

Sunday gratitude

Strong & healthy

Everything works (no car, house, etc. "issues")

Sunny skies, warming temps

Chilly ride but 43 OUTDOOR miles on dry pavement

[Tuckervill]

I'm thankful for sunshine!

Karen

[redrhodie]

Today would have been my mother's birthday. I'm thankful to have had her as my mom, and to have her watching out for me now.

[kelownagirl]

((((redrhodie))))

[pinkychique]

I am thankful that I've had 14 wonderful years with my dog, even though I know right now she's not feeling well, but soon she will be. I'm thankful that she chose me as her human and made a point of following me everywhere I went.

I'm thankful for having had the chance of saving a dog from the shelter and giving her a wonderful life.

[salsabike]

I am thankful that our good friends gave us a bird feeder 15 years ago, thus starting my huge love affair with watching the birds. They're beautiful and entertaining. They have given me great pleasure and saved my sanity during tough times. I mean, who could resist a bright-eyed, curious, bold little chickadee?

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for being able to run.

And for quiet motorcycles.

[KnottedYet]

I'm grateful, immensely grateful, that I was able to spend a wonderful weekend with my sweetie.

[kelownagirl]

Oh, so THAT'S why neither of you was around OTA...:rolleyes:

[Trek420]

Yeah, we were busy :p

Well I opened the door and my kitchen is not done. Wouldn't it be nice if elves completed the job while I'm away? :rolleyes: But I'm glad to find my dog well and very happy to see me, she does not mind the mess.

[kelownagirl]

Yeah, we were busy :p

Well I opened the door and my kitchen is not done. Wouldn't it be nice if elves completed the job while I'm away? :rolleyes: But I'm glad to find my dog well and very happy to see me, she does not mind the mess.

Every morning when I leave for work, I hope and pray that the house cleaning fairies will show up. I'm still waiting....

[Zen]

Wouldn't it be nice if elves completed the job while I'm away?
Nah, you'd have to stoop way down to wash the dishes.

[Trek420]

Nah, you'd have to stoop way down to wash the dishes.

But I already do :p Ladies, this is my kitchen.

Campground table, microwave is up on the shelf to the left, fridge to the right. Note the attractive mitre saw and wiring stored underneath. ;)

I am grateful for the electric tea kettle my carpenter gave me. Extremely handy :D That and a French press coffee maker, I'm set :D Who needs a kitchen. All I need is a way to make coffee.

[MM_QFC!]

Today would have been my mother's birthday. I'm thankful to have had her as my mom, and to have her watching out for me now.

Same here, Redrhodie...March 2nd is still my Mom's birthday, but we celebrate her without her physical presence now...her loving grandsons and SDIL joined me in remembering and celebrating a wonderful woman with a yummy brunch, plenty of (her favorite) red in the floral bouquets around the house and a rousing game of family Scrabble...she used to beat us all regularly...sure do miss her and I have the same gratitude as you: to have had her for my mother - what a gift!

[redrhodie]

Scrabble! My mom was a master! Wish I'd thought of playing. Thanks MM for the great idea for next year.

Today, I'm grateful I had a fantastic ride.

[tulip]

Today I'm grateful for my health and the health of my family (my mother's been ill lately, but we think she's on the mend).

It's been a tough 10 days having to deal (emotionally and practically) with more divorce details. I'm grateful to have such a supportive family.

[Zen]

Ladies, this is my kitchen.



This is my kitchen
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/MicrowaveOven.jpg

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for Zen's vast image collection :D (and her even more vast sense of humor)

And for seeing old friends again.

[Velobambina]

I'm grateful for

My new assignment

My new commute which save me time, money, and wear/tear on my spirit & car

This morning's 61 degree temps, which I thoroughly enjoyed, knowing rain & colder temps are on the way

[crazycanuck]

I'm grateful for making it home safely.

I'm grateful that í'm able to cycle outside again..no matter how slow I might be.

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful to work for my best friend, and I'm glad she has dogs that love me.

[emily_in_nc]

I'm grateful that I made it home safely tonight. I drove home from work through some of the heaviest, scariest rain I've ever driven in, in heavy commuter traffic.

In drought-striken NC, we need the rain desperately, but not like this. Got home and discovered that a tornado warning had just expired for our county (we're under tornado watch until midnight). :eek:

Glad to be home!

Emily

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful we had some much-needed rain and no scary storms tonight.

[Meaux]

I'm grateful for my husband and my cats.
I'm grateful to have such a beautiful bike.
I'm grateful to have a way to support myself, even thought I don't necessarily like how I'm doing it.
I'm grateful that tomorrow's Wednesday and that means the week is half over!

[Velobambina]

I'm grateful that the rain stopped just in time for my morning ride (and I got home before the downpour)

Continued warm weather

Golden Retriever kisses!

[Tuckervill]

I'm grateful for burning 500 calories this morning in boot camp, and that means I can eat the other half of the banana nut muffin I've been saving. And maybe even indulge my PMS-induced chocolate craving. ;)

Karen

[forestra]

I am grateful that the internet is finally back up and running!
I am thankful for my sisters who love me.
I am thankful that spring is here! ok...technically almost here..but it sure feels like spring, looks like spring, sounds like spring.....
and I'm thankful that there will be more hours of daylight in just over a week!
(daylight savings time!)

[salsabike]

I'm thankful that I can be amused by the fact that the squirrels are eating my crocus bulbs. It's STILL spring, you little piggies! And yet more amused that they seem to have a preference for "blue".

I am ever so thankful that I live in a climate where spring starts in February and goes through May-June. I love it here.

[Velobambina]

Thursday grateful---

--For landing in an assignment where I can laugh again (doesn't laughing make you feel better & have a better attitude?)

--For a boss and coworkers who make me laugh

--For a boss and coworkers who don't mind my LOUD trademark laugh and my unique sense of humor

--For being able to ride outside every morning this work week (in above freezing temps)

--For my husband, who is going to get me some Mounds & Almond Joy "mini" foil eggs for Easter

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful that my new apartment is energy efficient.

[KnottedYet]

I am thrilled that I was able to do a bicycle fit assessment at work today, and a motorcycle fit assessment, AND scheduled another bike fit assessment for next week.

I love my job, I love my boss, I love the field I work in.

[OakLeaf]

A motorcycle fit assessment? Do tell! (but... please make sure that the suspension work is done by a qualified race shop - this stuff is calculus-heavy and not for the shadetree mechanic, there's a lot more to it than bolting in doglegs and dropping the forks in the triple tree - )



I'm grateful for the fish who gave its life for my dinner tonight.

I'm grateful for a reasonably safe day for everyone at the racetrack.

I'm grateful for everyone who spends their time putting on the show.

[KnottedYet]

A motorcycle fit assessment? Do tell! (but... please make sure that the suspension work is done by a qualified race shop - this stuff is calculus-heavy and not for the shadetree mechanic, there's a lot more to it than bolting in doglegs and dropping the forks in the triple tree - )


Oooh, no, I don't do any wrenching! I look at the muscle recruitment and the posture and skeletal positioning, then say "Hmm, here's what's happening now, here's what would likely happen if your mechanic moved this piece." and then I send the rider to their mechanic with my suggestions.

I know biomechanics, but not bike mechanisms!

[OakLeaf]

Oooh, no, I don't do any wrenching!

I didn't really think you would, I don't know why I said that except for too many glasses of wine and a persistent annoyance with shops who sell and install lowering kits without any regard for how it affects the bike's handling :rolleyes:

But I'm intrigued by what your fitment entails. More by PM so we don't hijack this thread any further :cool:

[lph]

Today I'm grateful for:

- good friends who manage to see what's important and forgive perceived but not implied slights (you're a sensitive idiot but I like you anyway)
- other good friends who are throwing a much longed for party tonight (whoopie!)
- yet other good friends who, literally, give me (lend me) the clothes off their backs so I can go to said party in style (thanks Ingrid sweetie :) )

and of course the fact that it's Friday and I still love my workplace.

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for a nice dry roof over my head.

And dear friends who appreciate me.

[Velobambina]

Today I'm grateful that

--I could get in a long ride outside, despite the rain

--I have a coworker who is generous in complimenting my work

--I have a good book and some dark chocolate covered blueberries to get me through a rainy Saturday!

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful for having time to do as I please.

I'm grateful that my new yoga teacher offers challenging variations (and gives those little massages!).

[redrhodie]

Me again! I'm so grateful for my friend C. She always sees the bright side of things.

[chickwhorips]

I am thankful for my boyfriend who loves me and supports the things I love.

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for leftovers - and more generally for always having plenty of food to eat.

I'm grateful I can read and write.

[Zen]

I don't live in a nice house ("hovel" would be apt), or have much expendable income but I've got a pretty damned good life.

I do wish the toilet worked right, though.

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for finding Clarissa Pinkola Estés's column (http://ncrcafe.org/blog/6987) on ncronline (whence the lovely blessing that I'm using for my sig line).

I'm grateful that our Wednesday night ride leader has reconsidered his resignation and will lead us for another year, woo-hoo!

I'm grateful for the smell of line-dried bed linens.

[KnottedYet]

I'm grateful for the lovely sweet little red and yellow peppers I bought at Costco. (big bag, $5 or so) They are such pretty colors! (and they really are sweet)

[redrhodie]

I bought a pair of US made sneakers today (New Balance). I'm glad those workers still have jobs.

[Beane]

Spring Breaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaak!!!!!!!!! :D

[Di bear]

I'm thankful that I'm eating solid food again. I like crunchy. :rolleyes:

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for Eve Ensler and her V-Day movement -
I'm grateful I got to hear her speak tonight -
I'm grateful DH came with me -
and I'm EXTRA grateful he's glad he went!!!!

[Bad JuJu]

Spring Breaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaak!!!!!!!!! :D
Roger that--and it starts........NOW!:D:D:D

[chickwhorips]

Roger that--and it starts........NOW!:D:D:D

Mine is now over. :( I didn't do anything or go anywhere, it was just nice not having to go to class.

[Brandi]

I am grateful for sunny days
My dh
my cats
my friends
good food
being healthy!

[firenze11]

I'm grateful I didn't go to Vegas with my friend. Last night I went to dinner at a neighbor's house and one of their mares foaled. It was the most amazing thing I have ever seen (albeit a little disturbing - can you tell I haven't had a child yet?). And then, less than an hour after birth, there he was up and walking trying to find where to get milk. Incredible.

[Crankin]

That my cold/uri is over and I will be outside on my bike this week.

[Velobambina]

I'm grateful for gore-tex -- keeps me dry and decently warm during these rainy rides.

I'm also grateful for my beautiful magnolia trees---they are just starting to bloom!!

[Blueberry]

I'm grateful for the beautiful flowers in Duke Gardens.

And the lovely blue sky here today.

And the beautiful, comfortable matching Brooks saddles on our new (to us) tandem.

And for the Keen cycling sandals - comfy so far:)

Yay for spring!!

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for finally feeling well again.

I'm grateful for sunblock.

[Brandi]

I am gratful for
my dh!
My cat's
sunny days
farmers market
my health
My family
my friends
Oh and my new keen sandals too!!
I know it is like my last list of things to be grateful for but Ithink they are good things to be grateful for!

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful for my friend D (calling her my boss just seems weird), who stocks the freezer with Annie's frozen entrees so I don't have to carry my lunch when I commute. She also washes the clothes I leave there. She makes it much easier for me to ride.

[salsabike]

I am BOYOBOY! thankful that our local ballet company has a jazzy new ball of fire for a director, and that we got to go see the Director's Choice performance last night. Thank you!! For livening up the dance scene and bringing exciting new works to the company. Yeeha. Good stuff.

[Zen]

I'm grateful for Wahine. Because of her amazing virtual PT abilities (and some of my determination) I astounded my friend when she saw me today.
I can walk!

[Bruno28]

I am thankful for a beautiful spring day with the sun shining and a few amazing flakes of snow in the air and the daffodils and tulips bringing cheering shades of yellow and pink to my garden....even though I have this stupid report to write.

[KnottedYet]

I'm grateful I haven't snapped at the woman who is obsesessed with me. From her behaviour it appears she has a crush on me, but she expresses it in very negative ways.

I'm grateful I can remember what it was like to be living in denial of my orientation, and can scrape up some pity for her and her actions. (but lawrd, it's tough to stay calm)

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful to the car drivers who didn't flatten me when I had a little tip-over today in a very bad spot. And I'm grateful that neither self nor bike got more than scuffed.

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful for the pierogis I made yesterday, but boy, I feel tired today. There are carbs, and there are CARBS, and they're definitely the latter type.

I'm glad Oakleaf wasn't smushed by that car.

[JennyPi]

I am greatful that my 3-day long cramp fest is over, as well as my spliting 2-day long migrane. It was a rough weekend.

[Zen]

I am greatful that my 3-day long cramp fest is over, as well as my spliting 2-day long migrane. It was a rough weekend.

I haven't gone to a good old-fashioned cramp fest in a long time and grateful for that! :)

[crazycanuck]

NMMMMMMEMMMMMM....*drool* Perogies..

:eek: I think i could only eat one as i realize how fattening the ones my aunt makes are :eek:

mmmm..just one..Perhaps when we're in Canada i'll try one..mmmmmm..:eek:

[kelownagirl]

I'm grateful for Wahine. Because of her amazing virtual PT abilities (and some of my determination) I astounded my friend when she saw me today.
I can walk!

That's great news Zen!!

[Bad JuJu]

I am thankful for a beautiful spring day with the sun shining and a few amazing flakes of snow in the air and the daffodils and tulips bringing cheering shades of yellow and pink to my garden....even though I have this stupid report to write.

Bruno--I'm thankful for your beautiful avatar!

[KayTee]

I'm so grateful that our beloved 15+ year-old German Shorthaired Pointer is enjoying another springtime and walked over a mile with DH today. It's exactly 8 months since we brought her home from doggie ICU and surgery for a malignant insulinoma, and we almost lost her then. Although we recognize that she's on borrowed time, today was a very good day.

[redrhodie]

I'm grateful for new found strength on hills. Not sure if it's from winter riding (which I hope) or that massive cassette I put on in the fall ;). Either way, yay!

[Brandi]

I am grateful for artichoke season!
I am grateful for my dh cleaning the kitchen this morning!
I am grateful my shoulder doesn't hurt anymore
I am grateful I have a cold at home and not on the sand pile!
I am grateful for thick foggy days.
I am really grateful Lorelei is starting to gain some weight.

[kelownagirl]

I am ever so grateful for all my wonderful TE friends. Thank you to all you wonderful, fabulous, amazing, smart, fit, beautiful women!!!!:D

[OakLeaf]

I'm grateful for the reminder, here, to take time and give thanks for everything that's good in my life, in the midst of all the uproar that's taking my focus.

I'm grateful for all the help I've found here in my quest for a new saddle! The new Lithia is definitely a step in the right direction.

I'm grateful for the little green lizards on my porch - for the bugs they eat, and just for the amusement they give me.

I'm grateful for the coral honeysuckle blooming in my bower.

[KnottedYet]

I'm grateful to my sweetie, for telling me to stop buying bikes.

Cuz I have *no* self control.

[Trek420]

Since I've moved here my back gate has had a padlock secured to a bolt with a chain. That just keeps honest people honest, as the saying goes. Which meant when I get home I park the car, say "hi" through the gate to the mutt, then walk around to the front.

This caused Mae to whine "where'd she go? She was just here"

I'm grateful for my new back gate lock. Now I can walk right in the back door. And so's Mae.

[OakLeaf]

I'm so grateful to be home in springtime.

For the scent of my apple tree blooming and the sound of the bees buzzing all around it. For the smell of the soil and new-mown grass. The sound of the house wrens singing their tiny little heads off from their nest in my clothesline. The barred owl hooting its hoo-wah call last night - first time I'd heard a barred here in years, since the West Nile virus decimated all the raptors. For the treasure trove of morels I found the other day. The delicate green of trees budding new leaves. The sound of little streams running, frogs peeping. Dogwoods and daffodils, May-apples and Jack-in-the-pulpit.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everything and everyone that allows me to be here now.

[Zen]

For the treasure trove of morels I found the other day.

Where are they? Where?!!
We haf vays to make you talk!

[redrhodie]

I felt the need to revive this thread today, since there seems to be a lot of tension in the air today.

I'm glad my dad's still hanging on. He's one tough cookie. He's lived his life on his terms, with music, love and the greatest joy for life of anyone I know. I hope he gets to go home from the hospital soon (but not too soon, my stepmother needs a break!). He seems to be getting things all wrapped up for a good end to what's been an interesting and fun filled life. He always followed his heart, whether it was the right thing to do or not, and I understand and respect that! It's left him with some regrets, but maybe it's better to have regret for what you did than what you didn't do.


I'm happy to have heard from my long lost half-brother yesterday. We hadn't spoken in 20 years :eek:. I was just a kid last time he saw me. We never had a fallout or anything, just circumstances never brought us together until now. Well, I'm glad he's still my brother. We had a good talk. I'm glad he reconciled with our father. He's going to be glad he did, too.

[Zen]

I'm happy to have heard from my long lost half-brother yesterday. We hadn't spoken in 20 years :eek:.. We had a good talk. I'm glad he reconciled with our father. He's going to be glad he did, too.

Wow.
That's great :)

I grateful for patience and a calm demeanor.

[KnottedYet]

very cool post, Redrhodie.

I'm grateful I have a nearly-full jar of original chocolate Nutella and a clean spoon. A little moment of primal animal bliss.

[maillotpois]

Wow, red. Lots to say. Thanks for sharing that.

[salsabike]

6755

[sundial]

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Septembersunset.jpg

....for sunsets

[redrhodie]

Thanks so much to cycling-sarah, who today found the red presta valve cap that I lost yesterday while changing my flat. I know I don't need it, but I cherished that little guy. Just when I was about to give up on the seemingly impossible task of finding it in the grass on the side of the road, she found it. It's good to have friends with eagle eyes, who don't think it's dumb to have sentimental attachments to valve caps ;)

[Velobambina]

I'm thankful for having leave piled up that I "have" to use. I'm even more grateful that my husband does as well and actually is burning it with me.

[gingerale]

I'm thankful for having a mom that dropped everything and drove 6 hours to come and take care of me and my kids when I put my back out last week since my hubby is gone. It was a blessing to have her here and I couldn't have done without her.

[indigoiis]

This is a great thread.

I am thankful that I changed my lifestyle so that I could be where I am today. Every day I thank my lucky stars for it.

[redrhodie]

Seems like we can all use a little dose of the good vibes thread today!

I'm thankful for the 2 cute kitties who have joined my life recently.

Also thankful for clear roads, great health, and the smell of the ocean. Sometimes, the last one is bad! Right now, it's fresh and clean.

[Aggie_Ama]

I am thankful that although my 91 year old Mammaw had a stroke Saturday her prognosis is excellent! My aunt realized it was happening and called EMS in time to get her the "miracle" stroke drug and it appears she will likely have very little permanent damage.

Maggie the wonder dog's levels are elevated but constant and she is still here and still has the potential to be annoying. We wouldn't have her any other way!

The sun is shining today too. :)

[sundial]

The meadowlarks are busy this morning.
The deer ate from the bird feeder last night.
My beautiful Yoshino cherry tree will be blossoming soon. :)

[OakLeaf]

I've got laundry hanging out on the porch.

[tulip]

I'm thankful for my dog. I'm thankful for my partner even when sometimes we don't seem to connect. We'll get through it.

EDIT: just as I posted this, my partner called and we had a very good little chat. I am thankful.

[Tuckervill]

I'm thankful.

Karen

[ASammy1]

I'm thankful for Nigel, the Morkie in my life.

I am thankful for the ability to make all of my dreams come true.

I am thankful for DBF for being so supportive in all my ventures

[lunacycles]

I am grateful for my community of friends and amazing spiritual mentor.
...for my home
...for the beauty of this planet that continues to spin
...for the amazing blue sky in New Mexico
...for the constellation Orion I make contact with every night
...for my health
....for this thread and every opportunity to express gratitude.

[Aggie_Ama]

I am thankful many of my favorite fruits are in season. MMMMM.. I just had fruit salad of kiwi, strawberries and the most delicious red grapes I have had in ages. I feel so content and it was all good for me! Yippee for FRUIT! :p

[crazycanuck]

I'm thankful for:
Ian-his smile, hugs & love
Education & being able to start on the right track towards a real career :)
The endless sunshine in Perth
Our dear doggie
Good health
Getting a bit faster in the pool & on the bike

[ClockworkOrange]

I am more than grateful for TE, since I have made several very good friends and hearing from them always puts a big grin on my face.

For the last 6 months or so, I seem to have gone through a very 'down' time in my life and for absolutely no real reason!!! However, I am so thankful for having a partner that understands my really stupid mood swings.

More than anything, I am happy because my lovely Grandson is seven years old today. :rolleyes:

...............in fact today I just feel very happy.

Clock

[Selkie]

Today I am thankful for

---Golden Retriever kisses
---Three Goldens smiling, wagging, and greeting me at the door after a long day at work
---The sound of clicking Golden toenails on the tile floor
---A wet Golden nose nudging me on my neck
---Sleeping Goldens gently snoring next to me!
---Oh, and my dear husband who is a good sport about having three big Goldens!

[Blueberry]

I'm very thankful for my Golden today too:) He's very big, very loud, and was very comforting when a guy "looking for work" who has a very long criminal record knocked on my door not long ago.

I'm also thankful that my kitty is still hanging in there.

CA

[OakLeaf]

It's raining! Hooray! It rained a little on the north end of town on Saturday while I was out running. It rained a little bit more yesterday afternoon on the south end where we live. It rained some more overnight. It's raining now. :):):)

I don't know if it's enough to help with any of the fires, but any rain is a blessing.

[Aggie_Ama]

Hooray for rain!

My calendar says today is World Meterorological Day. :p

[redrhodie]

I'm glad my bathroom water is back on!

[Aggie_Ama]

I am thankful I put on some smaller size pants hiding in the back of the closet, they fit and look good. Woohoo, now I am motivated to run. That is a good vibe!

[redrhodie]

Woo-hoo! BF got a job today! For that, I'm very thankful.

[martaw]

I'm thankful for yet another day being here those are counted
I'm thankful for my son
I'm thankful for finding this forum and connecting with Zen so I can try her bike
I'm thankful....

[martaw]

Woo-hoo! BF got a job today! For that, I'm very thankful.

Congrats!

[Aggie_Ama]

I am thankful for my new job that has brought me to a happier place.

I am thankful I didn't break my wrist when crashing mountain biking tonight, only the biggest bruise ever.

And I am super thankful for my awesome anniversary present, my cat Tortilla and that my dog and husband love her just as much as I do! :D

[ClockworkOrange]

I am happy my son's fractured hand is getting better and he might be able to go back to work in a week. Although I think I need a few more vibes for all his other worries to be sorted! :rolleyes:

Clock

[redrhodie]

I just found out the town of Narragansett has approved an extension to the O'Neill bike path! I'll now be able to avoid the most stressful intersection on my commute to work.

Thank you, town council, and everyone else who made this happen!

[Blueberry]

I'm thankful that a good friend and totally awesome wrench is visiting for a week:)

[omachine]

Excited about going to see Patti Smith perform in Westhampton this weekend...

Grateful that I have three new books to read by the likes of Sherman Alexie, David Sedaris and Kurt Vonnegut...

Happy that I haven't watched tv since I lost my analog signal back in July!!

Nervously excited about going clipless on Sunday...

[snapdragen]

Excited about going to see Patti Smith perform in Westhampton this weekend...


I am jealous. Saw her last year in San Francisco, one of the best shows I've ever seen!

[omachine]

Snapdragen Patti's totally amazing! I'm also going to see her in Florence, Italy in September.

[redrhodie]

Lots of things made me happy today!

A great bike ride this morning.
Playing Frisbee with bf on the front lawn.
Seeing a couple of kids rocking out in a car with the windows rolled up.
A blue balloon that just floated by.
A lady walking her 2 dachsunds, followed by her black cat.
Tapioca Pudding.

I could have written this same list when I was 10!

[Trek420]

I found my keys! :D

[solobiker]

I am enjoying this thread. I have been in a funk because of a lot of stress at work...this has given me a different perspective. Thanks!!!

I am thankful for the cooler nights, we can now sleep with our windows open vs keeping the AC on. I love the cool breeze.

I am thankful for the mountains here in CO. They are so beautiful, which makes me thankful for my eyesight and ability to see all that I can.

I am thankful for my backpacking trip I did last month.

I am thanful for my DH and of course my dog that give me all the never ending love that I need.

[redrhodie]

There's this little boy who walks a little dog down my block. He's probably 9 or 10 years old, and he has a lot of style; he's so dapper in his fedora hat. I've never spoken to him, but I see him with his dog, and notice he lets the dog take as much time as he needs, in all weather. He'll let the dog sniff a leaf for 5 minutes in the rain. He seems so kind, and you can just see his love for his dog. This kid gives me hope for our future.

[Blueberry]

There's this little boy who walks a little dog down my block. He's probably 9 or 10 years old, and he has a lot of style; he's so dapper in his fedora hat. I've never spoken to him, but I see him with his dog, and notice he lets the dog take as much time as he needs, in all weather. He'll let the dog sniff a leaf for 5 minutes in the rain. He seems so kind, and you can just see his love for his dog. This kid gives me hope for our future.

I love this! Your story just made me smile:)