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I am grateful when timing works out perfectly;););)

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I am grateful for small and large miracles :):):)

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I am grateful for alarm clocks :):):)

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I am grateful for back up coffee :):):)

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I am grateful for a great day :):):)

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I am grateful for harmony :):):)

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I am grateful for our Independence and those that did and do risk their lives to protect it :):):)

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I am grateful for distance, distraction and automobiles.

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I am grateful for delegation :):):)

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I am grateful for EHow, learning new things, over coming challenges, checking things off my "to do" list and renewing, restoring and reusing :):):)

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I am grateful for air conditioning :):):)

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I am grateful I finished my first "brick" (cycling 30 minutes followed by 30 minute run) ;););)

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I am glad the day is over;););)

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I am grateful for early runs in the fog. Well planned days and being back home:):):)

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I am grateful that my husband and I enjoy training together :):):)

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I am grateful for online triathlon training schedules :):):)

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I am grateful for checking things off my "to do" list :):):)

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I am grateful to mentors. I am grateful for the patience, support and teaching they provide ;););)

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I am grateful that I feel somewhat better.

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I am grateful for carpooling and my carpooler  :):):)

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I am grateful for a plan :):):)

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I am grateful for fast bikes ;););)

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I am grateful for the all the wonderful people in my life and the experiences they bring :):):) I am grateful for my wonderful husband :):):)

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I am grateful that my dog decided to lace up her running shoes this am :):):)

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I am grateful for this quiet morning :):):)

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I am grateful for a wonderful day with wonderful people. I am grateful for their encouragement, time and support :):):)

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I am grateful for Independence and Determination :):):)

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I am grateful when things fall into place;););)

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I am grateful when I get to watch my dog play :):):)

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I am grateful when my schedule works out accordingly :):):)

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I am grateful for planning and preparation :):):)

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I am grateful when I don't have to rush around :):):)

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I am grateful for goal setting :):):)

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I am grateful for balance :):):)

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I am grateful when I can live in the moment ;););)

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I am grateful I made my appointment :):):)

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I am grateful for good days, good people and good energy :):):)

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I am grateful for eye opening experiences :):):)

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I am grateful for amazing friends.......they are smart, funny, talented - they are beautiful inside and out :):):)

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I am grateful for this beautiful trip to Napa and getting to enjoy it with the girls :):):)

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I am grateful for books :):):)

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I am grateful it is Thursday :):):)

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I am grateful for early mornings :):):)

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I am grateful that I am loved :):):)

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I am grateful I got to spend time with my mom and aunt :):):) I am grateful we got to celebrate the life of Rosemary.

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I am grateful for my new Vitamix :):):). - see blog "Small Steps Big Things"

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I am grateful for Saturdays :):):)

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I am grateful for my husband :):):)

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I am grateful for Costco and family :):):)

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I am grateful for RMS :):):)

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I am grateful for this cool temp morning :):):)

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I am grateful for a day off :):):)

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I am grateful for the impromptu mother/sister weekend :):):)

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I am grateful I got the opportunity to cheer on and support the Solerunners :):):)

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I am grateful for the country air :):):)

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I am grateful for terrific neighbors :):):)

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I am grateful when I get to listen to the symphonic sounds of nature and all the peacefulness and harmony that it brings with it :):):)

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I am grateful when we can be there for family and for each day we have together :):):) Rest in Heaven Rosemary, I pray you are peaceful and free from pain or suffering. I pray for your wonderful family who will miss you so much.

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I am grateful when I get to take a step back and take it all in. When I get to watch, listen and learn. I am always fascinated by people and theirs stories.........their challenges, successes, values and views. People amaze and astound me everyday.  I delight when I get a chance to step into their world even if just for a minute :):):)

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I am grateful I get to stop and smell the roses (literally), take in the clouds all puffy and white and just experience all the beauty of this day :):):)

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I am grateful for the here and now and when I can stay in the moment :):):)

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I am grateful for connection .... People, Nature, Animals and Self ;););)

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I am grateful when I get to watch our dog play:):):)

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I am grateful for a plant based diet :):):)

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I am grateful for the rain:):):)

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I am grateful for the cooler temperatures :):):) I hope it helps the fire fighters kick butt in the fire I. Ventura and get some much needed relief.

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I am grateful for peace and quiet :):):)

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I am grateful for plesant surprises :):):)

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I am grateful for air conditioning :):):)

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I am grateful for an earlier flight:):):)

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I am grateful when can lean into the discomfort :):):)

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Am grateful for the way being paved ::):)

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I am grateful for open dialogue and communication :):):)

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I am grateful that it is Saturday :):):)

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I am grateful when we can assuage our worries, forgive ourselves when we are less than perfect and realize we can only control what we can and try not to worry about what we cannot.

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I am grateful when people and situations surprise you in a positive way :):):)

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I am grateful that Mama S's surgery and Mr. S's surgery both went well :):):)

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I am grateful harmony has been restored;););)

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I am grateful to God for listening and answering my prayers :):):)

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I am grateful for the motivation to run this am, that I didn't accidental step in the dog poop :) I am grateful for the incredible day of decompression that I got yesterday:):):)

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I a grateful when I can table my "to do" list and just relax a bit:):):)

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I am grateful no one else was hurt in he pursuit of the Boston terrorist capture.

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I am grateful this week went much better than expected. I am grateful for the ability to put my trust in God :):):)

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I am grateful to be reunited with friends and family and people who care. I am grateful for the wonderful people on this Earth:):):)

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I am grateful that we are home safe and sound. I am grateful for all of the friends and families that checked in to make sure we were ok. I am grateful to work in a field that helps others as it makes me feel a little less helpless. I am grateful that we are able to email and text and call people ASAP to let them know we are ok. 
Our prayers and hearts will continue to go out for those that have been hurt, suffered and sacrificed theirs lives because of their innocence, to help others and because they were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. I pray that those responsible for such a hideous, incomprehensible and cowardess act are brought to justice! 
I am grateful to the resilient people, kindness and love that this country continues to show in the face of unbeleivable adversity.
My love, my heart, my prayers to all that have been touched by this tragedy and those who look out for each other.

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I am grateful that we were not hurt at the Marathon in Boston. I am incredibly saddened for those that were, the families of those that lost their life.  I pray for them and their families.

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I am grateful that it was only a bad dream :):):)

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I am grateful for a terrific day in the city with family :):):)

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I am grateful when people do the right things for the right reasons :):):)

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I am grateful when optimal outcomes dictate desicion making :):):)

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I am grateful my husband and I team up to handle life's challenges :):):)

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I am grateful for harmony :):):)

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I am grateful when I get to reset and have optimal balance in life, love, friendships and work:):):)

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I am grateful when I don't jump to conclusions:):):)

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I am grateful for artistic expression, both mine and others -- creativity is the cornerstone of bringing spirit, heart and soul to life :):):)

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I am grateful to God for taking on our worries, fears and anxieties so that we can concentrate on being better people and stewards of Earth:):):)

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I am grateful for understanding and compassion:):):)

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I am grateful when I get a chance to breathe, stop for a minute

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I am grateful for the ability to read :):):)

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I am grateful I was able to spend some extra bonus time with my mother:):):)