Lots of thoughts going through my brain and my heart. I have lots of moments throughout my day where I am frustrated, be it with work, community, living simply, growing spiritually, etc. I have lots of moments throughout my day where I am stressed, worried, busy, focused, happy, sad, overwhelmed, and empathic.
And most of the time, I am grateful. Grateful to be involved and invested in whatever this year throws my way.
I have had difficult days at work figuring how how schedules could get so mixed up. I am grateful.
I have had wonderful times with my community including trips to NYC and Boston, football games, ice cream indulgences, running, etc. I am grateful.
I have had sad times recognizing that I cannot be with family and friends from home during some difficult times and the holidays. I am still grateful.
I have had humbling moments when my community members reminded me that I have an opportunity to grow while helping me plant my roots. I am grateful.
I have had intentional conversations over coffee with coworkers, mentors, and community members. I am grateful.
I have been elated by cards and care packages from home which remind me of my support system which is near no matter how far away I am. I am grateful.
And I have so many more moments, memories, stories, conversations, "do-ings" that I am sure I will be grateful for.
P.S. I just finished the book "Love Does" by Bob Goff. I highly recommend it if you need a good faith pick-me-up. It has lots of great valuable nuggets to chew on and put into action. I am grateful that LOVE DOES.