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I am grateful I followed the critical path today :):):)

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I am grateful for a better day:):)

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I am grateful that my friend made me laugh today :):):)

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I am grateful we got to go for a 20 mile ride today ;););)

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I am grateful I had all the ingredients to make yummy cannelli bean soup ;););)

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I am grateful that I had a wonderful Valentine's Day:):):)

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I am grateful that even though I was tired tonight, I went swimming anyway :):):)

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I am grateful today is hump day ;););)

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I am grateful for a successfully planned and executed day :):):)

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I am grateful that I got some serious quality me time this weekend and got a ton of stuff done :):):)

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I am grateful for funny things, people and circumstances :):):)

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I am grateful I have the whole day cleared to go through the closets and find great stuff to give to the Salvation Army :):):)

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I am grateful I am finally getting caught up after being out of town so much :):):)

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I am grateful to God for a peaceful heart :):):)

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I am grateful I was finally able to get my hair done tonight :):):) The dark roots were really adding up!

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I am grateful we got to watch a movie tonight :):):) The movie was "Rush"...... It was great!

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I am grateful that all of the gang was able to get together yesterday :):):)

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I am grateful that we made it home in time to pick up our dog and that I am finished up with the trip circut for awhile :):);)

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I am grateful I got to see and spend time with so many of my fantastic cutomers :););)

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I am grateful for this great view from my hotel :););)

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I am so very grateful that we are not going to be moving afterall :):):)

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I am grateful I am going to bed

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I am grateful that we got the hot tub fixed ;););)

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I am grateful that a very complicated case today went very well, the outcome was a great one and my new boss had my back :):):)

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I am grateful I was able to get an earlier flight and will get in at 8pm instead of 1 am :):):)

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I am grateful I finally got to go to sleep ;););)

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I am grateful that we learned some cool stuff today ;););)

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I am grateful that my BFF and I got to spend some quality time together :):):)

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I am grateful I got to swim tonight. I had the whole pool to myself and didn't miss a beat even though I hadn't been for any long swims for at least two weeks ........I even started to breathe bi-laterally :):):)

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I am grateful that I was reunited with my pup :):):)

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I am grateful to be home sweet home ..... Even if it is only for a short while :):):)

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I am grateful for this :

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I am grateful we got to get massages today and I got bonus video from my sis of the dog playing in the backyard. :):):)

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I am grateful that my heart did not feel like it was going to explode this am when I went running :):):)

Note to self * no coffee and run while cool

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I am grateful for beautiful views :):):)

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I am grateful that my gigantic "to do list" got done ;););)

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I am grateful that we are open to life's opportunities :):):)

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I am grateful I still have enough energy to do the dishes ;):):)

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I am grateful that today we get to relax a little bit, read the paper and hopefully go for a fun workout somewhere :):);)

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I am  grateful that our garage went from this

to this :):):)

The garage sale went great. Met a lot of terrific people that will enjoy their new stuff.

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I am grateful I happened to see my.neighbor today :):):) I haven't seen her forever and she is having a garage sale tomorrow so we are going to join in......should be great fun:):):)

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I am grateful that I was able to rearrange my schedule to help out yesterday -- we had an awesome outcome and I was still able to swing all my other commitments :););)

Bonus Pic of Paris to show my Gratitude :)

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I am grateful for coffee :););)

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I am grateful that I got to have a long, meaningful, uninterrupted phone call with both my Mother and Sister (there were a few tedious interruptions on this call:().
Loved ones are so important and I am lucky to have some great ones :):):)

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I am grateful that I was able to see some wonderful customers today post holiday and catch up :):):)

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I am grateful I got to celebrate baby Islas's birthday número UNO and see some great friends :):):)

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Take to the Safe Center 

I am so grateful we started to make a dent in our operation "get rid of" ..... Reduce, reuse, de-cumulate, give to someone that can do more with it;););).
Every year we accumulate more stuff, more stress and more of a footprint on this tiny universe of ours.

Today we made a commitment and followed through to start parting of our stuff to the appropriate place .......and we washed the dog:):):)

Shreddings and Recyclables

Donate, Sell or Giveaways :)

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I am grateful when God walks me through the anxieties, challenges and overwhelmed feelings that can come with life. We have so many blessings to be grateful for and when we let the "to do list" overcome us we can have a hard time enjoying all the wonders of the day and helping others do the same.

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I am grateful for this time of year when just for a few moments (if you are lucky, hours) things, people and expectations slow down.  People stop and reflect on the years achievements, setbacks and overall summation of where they have been and where they want to go for the next year.
It is an ominous thought as to all we have on our plate at times so when we get to take a step back and stop and breath I am grateful for that :):):)

 1st Sunset 1/1/2014

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I am grateful that on this News Years Day 2014 I incorporated two of the lessons from the Los Angeles Environmental Learning Center (ELC).
I filled the sink up with the the soapy water to do the dishes and I brought my reusable shopping bags to the grocery store to buy my green drink ingredients;););)

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I am grateful I got to get a personalized tour of the extremely cool and fun Los Angeles Environmental Learning Center in Playa Del Rey. What a great place for both kids and adults to learn about being environmentally friendly stewards of our Earth:):):)

Learn how you can make a difference!

Make a Pledge and Name a Sea Creature :)

Violin "One mans trash is another's Treasure"

Creative items made from Re Used and Recylced products

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I am grateful to Frank for bringing us across the finish line ;););)

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I am grateful we got to go for a late lunch at Steamers :):):)

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I am grateful it was such a wonderful day that I decided to run a mock 10k :):):)

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I am grateful for wonderful people that help you out when you need it just because :):);) Thank you Kristin!

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I am grateful for a terrific Christmas. 

This year was remarkable in that we did zero gift giving ….that is correct, 0.  It was spectacular!

I love gifts just as much as the next person, however, one day a year when you are trying to find things for everyone you love is overwhelming at best.

This year Christmas was so close to T Day that it truly did sneak up on us.  We all proactively made a choice for our gifts to be no gifts.

This was so incredibly liberating………….the day was about the day, the experience and enjoying each other’s company.  There was no frantically running around, late night wrapping, pre formed expectations, wondering if you bought the right thing, did you buy enough……….none of that.

We woke up early and watched the sunrise while sipping coffee, listened to the stillness and calm of the morning.

After making our yummy green drink in the Vitamix, we went for a bike ride to the top of Friendship Park where we took in the incredible views of the city, harbor and all the way down to Orange County.

We then decided we would pack up our swim stuff and the dog and head to Belmont Shores for a swim.  We donned our wetsuits and jumped in……….OMG was it cold. Our faces and heads were freezing at first but we adjusted after the first ten minutes or so ----- I do have to say, the best part was probably getting back out J Note to self, get myself one of those neoprene hoodies for winter swimming. 

My husband then went for a long run and I took the dog out for a stroll in Belmont – it was about 75 degrees and terrific. 

Afterwards we all went and got lunch at a wonderful Mediterranean Restaurant called BouBouffe  ,  eat and relaxed.

Stopped at the store to get dinner makings, came home, made some dinner (wasn’t one of my finest unfortunately) we wished all of our friends and family a  Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays and called it a day.

All in all, perfect :):):)

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I am grateful for this beautiful Christmas day! The wonderful winter landscape that provides fresh, crisp colors that continuously change as the sun rise sand sets. The organic oders of the freshly rained upon soil and the tremendous pink hues of the clouds as the sunset beckons.......a truly amazing and spectacular gift that nature brings us every day :):):)

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I am grateful for a beautiful Christmas Eve:):):)

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I am grateful we did improptu Sunday night sushi ;););)

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I am grateful for Tiny Reindeer :):);)

Apex Reindeer

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I am grateful for impromptu walks on the beach :):):)

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I am grateful I had green scallions (substitute for onions) so I could make my pea soup :):);)

Pea Soup

1 lb dry spilt peas green (rinse in water)
3 carrots chopped
1 cup celery chopped
1 small onion chopped (can substitute scallions :))
2 cloves garlic chopped
1 tsp oregano
salt and pepper to taste
6/7 cups of water

Saute carrots, celery, onion and garlic for 5 minutes
Add rinsed split peas and 6/7 cups of water
Bring to boil
Simmer for 45 minutes
Eat and Enjoy!!!!!!
So Yummy, tasty and easy :):);)

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I am grateful for beautiful sunrises :):):)

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I am grateful for a claean bill of health from the dermatologist :):):)

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I am grateful for the pungent aroma of arugula ;););)

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I am grateful for this beautiful view :):):)

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I am grateful for lazy Sunday mornings :) Sipping coffee, reading the paper and surfing the web :):);)

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I am grateful I get to run:):):)

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I am grateful for a good nights sleep ;););)

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I am grateful for broccoli soup :):):)

Sauté in pot:

2 large leeks sliced (light green part) till soft

Add

1 chopped garlic clove
2 diced golden potatoes
2 12 oz bags of broccoli florets (roughly 6 cups)

Sauté for about 4 minutes while stirring

Add 6/7 cups of water

Being to boil then simmer for 30-40 minutes (stir every ten minutes)

Add salt and pepper to taste

You can eat as is or emulsify with a hand blender (Cuisinart makes a great one)

Yum!

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I am grateful we worked as a team today to get things done - both professionally and personally :):):)

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I am grateful for dog toys:) yes, dog toys -- it gives me great pleasure to watch my dog running around the house at full speed, playing with her toys :):):)

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I am grateful we were able to sponsor a booth and runners at "Quench the Fire" an awareness run for chronic pain! It is a great cause, was a terrific event, lots of fun and we had great team support :):):)

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I am grateful that my flight ran on time today :) I was able to get home by 6pm, be reunited with my husband and dog, go out to eat and be asleep by 8 pm ----- it was perfect :):):)

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I am grateful when I get to recharge my batteries :):):)

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I am grateful that I have been able to breathe deeply for the last 2 days :). Not sure if it is allergies or what, however, for the last couple months deep breathes were not in the cards. It feels so great to be able to take a full deep breath, hold it and release fully;););)

Yummy Mushroom Burritos:

Sauté crimini and button mushrooms in a little black truffle oil
Heat up some organic black beans
Warm some whole wheat tortillas on the stovetop

On whole wheat tortilla add

Mushrooms
Blackbeans
Avocado slices
Spinach
Sliced green onion

Fold and Eat --- easy, inexpensive, yummy and healthy !!!

(All ingredients can be found @ Trader Joes)

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I am very grateful I got to work with 2 chronic pain patients yesterday that reminded me of how much Spinal Cord Stimulation can change someone's life for the better.  These patients were beaming!
Both patients from different physicians pracites sharing their story of how bad off they were when they started and how far they have come. These pts had smiles from ear to eat, they are engaging in life and off their pain meds):):):).
I have always known the benefit and that is why I have worked with the therapy so long, however, it is so wonderful  to continually be reaffirmed from the patients themselves and their families :):):)

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I am grateful I got up extra early to run and I discovered a new trail to investigate:):):)

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I am grateful that this Monday is wrapping up and all went well today :):):)

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I am grateful we got to join together for an early dinner at Swan Thai in R.P.V.......Beautiful Sunset and wonderful food - it was a big hit. Everyone enjoyed the food and the and the atmosphere:):):)

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I am grateful to be home, to hear the wind chimes, the patter of the dogs feet, and for the glorious ocean views :):):)

Catalina Sunset

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I am grateful we chose to fly back home Saturday morning -- we missed all the crowds and craziness that ensues with a Sunday post turkey day departure. We got home on schedule and were able to re-unite with the home front family and the dogs and enjoy the wonderful dinnermy sister made :):):)

MB Sunset

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Got a little distracted with all the holiday goins ons :) I am grateful that Thanksgiving was a smashing success!  All family got along swimmingly as usual, we stuck to our pescatarian ways for the second year in a row, my vegan mashed potatoes were a crowd pleaser and we got up and did a long run :):):)

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Today I've got nothing :(.
Just kidding :):):):):)
Today is the big day of Gratitude......it is Thanksgiving, the day when people all over the US of A are celebrating what they are grateful for.

I am grateful I am joined with family and friends. I am grateful that it is a beautiful crisp day outside and the sunshine is beaming proudly. I am grateful for the wonderful smells coming from the kitchen (even if it is bacon and because of my pescitarian ways I won't be partaking) --- it does smell delicious!  Yesterday I got to run in the rain and there was a little creek flowing and it was so rejuvinating and peaceful.........I am grateful for all of these things and many more!!!!!


How bout you? I would love to hear what you are grateful for...........


Happy T Day!

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I am grateful that our friends and family are all safe, healthy and gathering for T-Day:):):)

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I am grateful we chose to fly out on Tuesday for our T-Day trip. We made it on time with no difficulties :):):)

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I am grateful that our pup is getting to play at "Camp Daniel" :):):)

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I am grateful I have my first sale on my Doggslife.com store :):);) Very exciting!  www.doggslife.com

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I am grateful for the rain :):);) The rain is amazing with its healing properties, soothing sounds and ability to wash away the soot and leave us with beautiful skies, snow covered mountains and crisp views of the city and ocean :):);)

Don't forget to vote below on what you are grateful for:

"Stunning views from the Central Coast "

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I am grateful I got to come home to a warm house, a warm bed, my husband and dog and we all cuddled up and watched movies together :):):)

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I am grateful my friend Millie enlisted me to help her take a persons bags who has been homeless for awhile to the bus stop.
This person needed to catch the bus and was having a hard time getting around and she offered to help with the load. We all gathered his things and started our journey.
I could see he was having a tough time with the cart, he was limping, he didn't have a belt to hold up his pants and was carrying way too much, so I offered to pull that. Once I started with his cart I could understand why he was having such a tough time because it was heavy! As we trucked down the sidewalk 2 women and this man who is homeless all carrying his belongings, needless to say, we got some strange looks. The trick with carrying his cart to ease the load was to keep it low to the ground so Millie then offered to carry that since she was shorter......she is great - offering to help, bringing to it her effervescent laugh and smile and making the whole experience fun and not awkward for any of us, especially him:)
What really took me aback in this process was that this man may not have had a lot of things and certainly has disadvantages beyond normal, but what he did have is pride, determination, resourcefulness and a big smile.
We got to our destination and dropped him off  and wished him safe travels......he turned to us and thanked us and hoped we had a nice day.
As we walked back together we couldn't help but discuss the plight of being homeless and how hard it must be. She discussed how we get caught up in our own stuff and forget there is a world of problems out there with real people connected to them and that she wanted to do more to help.

I am grateful I have a home, a friend like Mil and the opportunity and desire to help where I can and in the future to remember to look for more:):):)

How do you help? I would love to hear your story

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Today I am grateful I mustered the energy to go running last night, I have been learning a ton of new skills at my leadership class and I can hear the ducks quacking outside of my room :):):)

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Good Moring;)

I am grateful I was able to change from my noisy room and got moved to one on the fourth floor. I woke up to a beautiful silhouette of palm trees with a burst of the sunrise through the clouds behind them.

Quick appetizer or side dish:

Sauté oyster mushrooms (or better yet a combo of oyster and crimini) in a tablespoon of back truffle oil (finally found some at Trader Joes) with a bit of salt and pepper.

Sauté for about 5 minutes and voila ;););)

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Hello:). Today I am grateful all the scheduling worked out, everyone was seen on time, met some nice people, I found my misplaced items and I got to the airport with time to spare :):):)

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Today I am grateful that I accomplished so much yesterday :):):) I am grateful for the yummy soup recipes that I got from my mother-in-law that I made for dinner last night.  I am going to share it all with you so you too can enjoy.
Anyone have any gratitudes they want to share?

Mama Sue “Lentil Soup and Pea Soup”  Fast/Easy and Super Healthy and Tasty

Lentil:

2-3 carrots diced

1 Cup celery chopped

½ Cup green pepper diced

1 small onion chopped

Garlic, black pepper and oregano

Sauté all ingredients in 2 TBLS olive oil

add 8 oz tomato sauce

6 Cups water

1 lbs of washed lentils

Bring to boil ad lower to Med heat for 30 minutes

Add 1 large or 2 small diced potatoes

Cook for additional 30 minutes

Add salt, pepper ad some chili powder

Stir pot every 15 minutes

Eat and Enjoy – YUMMMMMMMM JJJ

Pea Soup:

Same as lentil except:

Use split peas

Omit tomato sauce, green pepper and chili powder

Note, with pea soup you may need an additional 15 minutes of cooking

Enjoy!!!!!!! 

365 Days of Gratitude Rollover day 1

A year ago I decided to challenge myself to write down 365 days of Gratitude as I felt I had so much to be grateful for :).
Fast forward, I did it!!!! I completed all 365 days - it went fast. I learned that it is all the simple things that I am truly grateful for in life ......... Family, friends, nature, and the ubundance of options and opportunity.
Moving forward, I miss documenting my daily gratitudes so I am rolling it over for another 365 :):):).

My hope this time around is that you share with me what you are grateful for as well........

Today I am so grateful that God has a greater plan and knows how and when to set us on the better course. I am grateful for this beautiful day, the never ending encouragement my husband gives me to pursue DoggsLife.com, the walk I took with my dog and the rose that was hiding that I found and got to enjoy its aroma.

Find your daily gratitude, share with us all and enjoy everyday as if it was your last.

Xo!


Viva la DoggsLife!!!!  Why should Dogs have all the fun;)

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Today is it - the big 365!!!! I cant believe it came so fast.  I started this project on a whim as there are so many things to be grateful for, I thought I would write them down. Today I am very fortunate to continue to be grateful for so many things. Moving forward, I enjoyed this so much that I may have to do a 365 rollover:):):)

Here are a couple things I have learned and the highlights:

I have learned that an attitude of gratitude really can make or break your day!  Throughout the year it has always been the non monetary things that I am grateful for --- family, friends, nature, animals, kind people, pushing out of your comfort zone and challenging yourself.

I am grateful for my wonderful husband, family and friends, my new job and my wonderful co-workers, my wonderful clients and patients, safely survivng the Boston Bombing, the beautiful blue skies, oceans and colorful flowers, my fantastic hound, the ability to run, bike, swim and compete in sprint triatholons (hopefully Olympic ones in 2014), I am grateful for my health and that I am here today to share this.

Thank you to anyone who has viewed my gratitudes.

Look around, take it all in :):):). What are you grateful for?

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I can't believe it, tomorrow is the big one !!! Day 365. Today I am grateful my hormones are back in balance :):):) My patient decided to be patient ;)  I am also grateful it is a beautiful Friday :):):)