The Little Things
Nov 19th 2009
LoriHandelandGoddess Classics & Lori Handeland
Next week in the US, everyone will meet together to eat huge amounts of food and watch football. This is called Thanksgiving.
Many will go around their table and ask their friends and/or relatives what they are thankful for. What follows is usually the mention of big ticket items like jobs, family, health–all great things to be thankful for.
But today, I want us to be thankful for the little things. For instance, my list of the little things in life that I am thankful for are:
1. Peanut M & Ms (or M&Ms with peanut butter, either way)
2. The sound of a loon drifting off the water
3. Flannel pajama bottoms
4. When little boy sweat smells like sunshine (haven’t smelled this in a while, but I remember it well)
5. Really good coffee (like Jamaican Blue Mountain)
6. A fan in the middle of a hot flash
Tell me, Goddesses, what little things are you thankful for?
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76 Responses to “The Little Things”
B on 19 Nov 2009 at 4:17 am #
In no particular order:
1. Castle ♥
2. Cute, colorful purses.
3. My dad giving me a bunch of gifts to compensate his lack of time and love (dramatic, right? Quite true, though).
4. Super Mario Galaxy.
5. My favorite restaurant.
6. Twitter — I’ve met soooo many nice people through there.
7. Two supermarkets within five minutes from home.
8. Migraine medicine — I have migraine crisis often.
9. My second favorite restaurant.
10. Pet Society on Facebook — I love my Lilly.
Last, but not least:
* The Goddess Blogs: I’m glad I found this place ’cause I want to be a writer some day and it’s very educational. And, besides, you guys are SO cute and nice. I think I’m kinda addicted to coming here
I would say books, but they’re on the “big things” I’m thankful for.
ps: Nice pic, Lori.
Judy F on 19 Nov 2009 at 4:54 am #
1) My great niece (age 2) for no reason running over to hug me and say I love you.
2) Sam my cat, when he lets me hug him hard after a bad day.
3) All the folks at work at my dads nursing home, they are angels.
4) Good friends.
5) Big Bang Theory-Makes me Laugh
6) All the Goddesses
I am sure there are more but I have to get ready for work. Hugs
Susan M on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:24 am #
I’m thankful for:
1) Caffiene Free Diet Pepsi ~ so that I don’t have to give up Pepsi completely.
2) Skittles ~ cause I love tasting the rainbow…I’ll need to get a pack of those for the movie tonight.
3) Time to read ~ cause so many of my friends say they don’t have time…I’d go crazy if I didn’t have time to read and escape reality.
4) Edward Cullen ~ hubba, hubba! LOL!
5) My Ipod ~ so much music right at my fingertips.
6) Saturdays where I don’t have to do anything but read, play my Nintendo DS and watch movies.
Kathy on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:34 am #
I’m thankful for:
Caffeine in mocha form and my battery operated latte whip that makes it possible
Big Bang Theory- makes me giggle in geek glee
Sweetums, my spoiled kitty who loves and spoils me back
my very large loving family
the internet that makes this group possible
the 3 essenstial Bs in life:
Books, blanket, bed
Trini on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:44 am #
What a nice topic Lori! I’m thankful for family and friends like everybody, but those little things I’m thankful aren’t so “little” beause are very important for me… (in no particular order)
1.- I’m thankful to be born and to live in small and beautiful town that is surrounded by the sea (I really LOVE the sea)
2.- Books, movies and music, I couldn’t live without those things
3-. Seafood (in my land there are a very very good seafood and I’m a “bit little” greedy)
4.- My sofa
5.- Thanks to Internet I know wonderful people like the Goddess (and I’m not butter you up…)
6.- For the SMILE and LAUGHTER
7.- For the dreams and hopes I have
8.- Pepsi light with ice, a slice of lemon and pop corn
Karen Rose on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:44 am #
This is so sweet, Lori! I’m glad you did this blog today.
I’m thankful for so many of the big things, like you say, but the little things are what help bring joy to individual moments, I think.
I’m thankful for a hot cup of coffee on a brisk morning, delivered with a smile by my sweet DH.
Chocolate, in any form.
The sound of the cranes calling to their family – sounds like jungle birds in the early morning (ackackackack, like that).
The soft hooting of the owl when I’m up writing all night – makes me feel like I’m not alone.
Friendship (although this is a pretty big thing)
Pot roast. (I love pot roast. It’s like the best home meal ever.)
Lots more, but that’s put a smile on my face for now. Hugs, Lori!
(PS – I don’t think I’ve ever smelled sunshine sweat. I’ve smelled, oh-you’ve-been-playing-outside sweat, which has it’s own bouquet.)
Trini on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:45 am #
OH, OH!!!! I forgot to say THANK YOU for… FROS……!!!!!
Karen Rose on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:46 am #
I have to add – Stephen Fry. I’ve been following him on Twitter and he is HILARIOUS. Makes me chuckle several times every day.
kay on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:59 am #
1. Yes, Jamaican blue Mountain
2. My cats meow
3. My husband’s snore
4. Crickets at night
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:59 am #
I LOVE Castle, B!! It’s hysterical. And I could look at Nathan Fillion forever. Sigh. Glad you liked the new pic. Thanks!
Wow, you’ve got a cat that lets you hug him, JudyF? Lucky you!
Are you going to New Moon tonight, Susan? Skittles AND Edward? I’m jealous.
Kathy–I think I need a battery operated latte whip.
Cail on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:00 am #
Naturally, I’m thankful for the big things, but here are my little things…
1. Jello’s 60 Cal Chocolate Mousse Temptations
2. Having a fireplace
3. The Goddess Blogs
4. Facebook (for helping me procrastinate… what did ppl use before the internet?!)
5. Kitchenaid Mixers
I’m sure I could think of more things, but I’m tired and I need to make lunch before work.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:01 am #
Your hometown sounds absolutely gorgeous, Trini.
Will have to check out Stephen Fry, K-Ro. I like hilarious.
Isn’t Jamaican Blue Mountain just the best, Kay? I need to get some for Christmas this year.
Susan M on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:02 am #
Lori~yes I am going to New Moon tonight! I’m so excited!!!
Karen Rose on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:05 am #
Lori, you have to check out his alter-ego Mrs. Stephen Fry. It’s SF in drag, LOL. THey have a lively repartee all day with “each other.”
Freshechelle on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:18 am #
I’m thankful for:
A good 12 year old scotch
flights that leave on time
unexpeceted upgrades to first class
people who tell me something I said or did helped them, especially when I don’t feel like I’m contributing.
TGB
Taylor ham – it’s a Jersey thing
spanx
B on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:35 am #
Lori, Castle is my absolutely favorite DILF. Seriously. I got this STUPID crush on him. I mean, really! I’m almost at the point of writing ♥ Rick Castle ♥ in my notebook. Ehhh… Seriously. The show’s perfect, HE is perfect. I’m more of a character person, than an actor person, but Nathan Fillion is so perfect I’m tempted to writing “Please, marry me.” on Twitter to him every single day.
Can you say Pathetic? (Capital P)
♥♥♥♥ Rick Castle & B ♥♥♥♥
Amy Scott on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:35 am #
I am thankful for:
Peyton Manning- Go Colts! I have my fingers crossed for 10-0!
Wine
Great books, written by my favourite authors
When my daughter turns to me and says ‘mommy, I love you’ for no reason
HD TV. I will also include my DVR with this. It makes TV watching so much better.
Whoever invented the baby swing
My favourite TV shows: House, The Office, and 30 Rock
Johnny Depp’s parents…without them there would be no Johnny!
Chocolate
Wow, I could go on and on!
ladydawgfan on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:43 am #
I’m thankful for:
Caffeine free Diet Coke (so I don’t have to completely give up my Diet Coke!)
Zomig (damned migraines!)
My cat, Pebbles and all of her antics
My van, Lucy. I love driving her.
A sunny weekend.
My porch swing.
Black Friday Sales
Time to read
Hugs from loved ones.
My mom’s scent (smells like love!)
Freedom Writer on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:48 am #
I’m thankful for:
1. The birds flitting between the blue spruce and the bird feeder just outside my office window.
2. The peace of morning meditation.
3. Time to write.
4. Time to read.
5. All of the goddesses that participate in TGB.
6. Watching snow fall (as long as the refrigerator is stocked and I have no place to go.)
7. The sunrise.
elsiehogarth on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:49 am #
I’m thankful for:
1. All my nieces, nephews and godsons because they make me laugh and keep in the know with everything that is cool.
2. Books by my favorite wonderful authors and that they keep on writing them.
3. Action and Horror movies.
4. For the relatives and good friends that are there when you need them and always give you hope.
5. Starbuck’s coffee ice cream.
6. For new shows like Glee and Modern Family. It’s brought back comedy that makes me laugh out loud.
7. Dark Chocolate
8. BBC America channel
9. Jane Austen & Georgette Heyer
10. Jason Stratham-I don’t need to say anything more.
Madeline Hunter on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:56 am #
my cat Ivan’s face. I always smile when I see his expression of vague bewilderment
the morning’s first cup of coffee
the window near my computer
the first flowers of spring
moonlight
I have some big things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving too. BIG things. It will be a special day.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 7:59 am #
I have heard from several people about this Jello chocolate mousse, Cail. Must get me some o’ that!
Good for you, Susan!! Have a great time.
OMG, K-Ro. I LOVE it. I can already tell I’m gonna love this guy and I haven’t even got a tweet yet.
Fresh–Spanx!!! The best invention in decades!!
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:01 am #
You’re crush is definitely not stupid, B. Fillion is HOT!!
Oooo! How could I have left wine off my list, Amy? Good choice.
Ladyd–Your mention of your mom’s scent smelling like love made me go “aw!” out loud.
I love watching the FIRST snow fall, Free. After that, you can keep it.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:02 am #
Elsie–I have got to check out GLEE. Everyone’s raving about it.
Moonlight. What a great choice, Madeline. Just the word is pretty.
Terri on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:15 am #
1. Caffeine in form of Mt Dew and tea (hot or cold)
2. Hugs and snuggles with my grandson. He’s 4 so he really squeezes.
3. FB – what else whould I do while healing from broken leg?
4. Friends – some old and some new that I’ve found on FB.
5. Nathan Fillion – on Castle or Firefly – any way I can get him!
Lisa H on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:31 am #
1. Coca Cola
2. my cell phone
3. Facebook
4. Wearing a size 10 again
5. That my four year old wants no one besides me!
6. Going to see New Moon tonight.
Lisa H on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:33 am #
Amy Scott – I too am thankful for Johnny Depp’s parents!
Terri on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:35 am #
I think it’s cute that so many of us are thankful for Castle.
Amy Scott on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:43 am #
Can someone fill me in on Castle? What is it about and when and what station does it air on? I feel so left out, have I been living under a rock?
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:47 am #
Hope that leg’s healing up quickly, Terri. Lots of TV and reading should help.
Lucky, lucky Lisa H!! Have fun at the movie!
Amy S–you can go here and find out all sorts of stuff
http://castletv.net/
But basically Castle is about a mystery writer who teams up with a NY city cop to solve crimes. The thing that makes it different for me are the secondary characters, who are GRRREAT, and the banter between the two leads. Reminds me of Moonlighting.
Rachel Gibson on 19 Nov 2009 at 8:53 am #
Mr G who just brought me coffee. And as I look out at the frost on the ground, my Uggs.
Alicia on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:10 am #
The top 10 ‘little things’ I’m thankful for:
1. Getting your coat (that you haven’t worn in a year) out of the closet and finding money in the pocket!
2. My dogs: Lucy, Honey, and Star–they keep me smiling, and frowning (the little rascals)!!! lol
3. Dr. Pepper-my alternative to coffee (I could swim in it!)
4. Beauticontrol makeup (the best I’ve found for my skin)
5. My favorite bands! I would die without their music! Rock and Roll baby!
6. BOOKS!!! I love that I can lose myself in another world/time.
7. Chocolate, of course
8. Alpo Snaps Dog treats (NO, I don’t eat them but they helped me housebreak all my doggies–they’re small, square and they can gobble them in one bite instead of breaking it up into a million crumbs on my carpet!)
9. Facebook
10. Last, but not least, TGB!!! Woot woot!!
Jackie B in Central TX on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:14 am #
I am thankful for in no particular order:
A good day kiss from my Kitties and my Chihuahua.
A Hug from any small child, they are so sweet and loving to everyone makes you smile all day….
An funny thinking of you email from an old friend who have not seen in a while…
The caring person that I am married will go the craft store and buy my cross-stitch yarn when I can’t get it….
I am thankful for the sun shining brightly and the flowers blooming in my flower bed…..
I am thankful for any kind of small milk chocolate candies to help with sugar cravings….
Thankful for people who have these blogs and invite the rest of us to come join in the fun and laughter….
Thankful others can find so many good things to be thankful for and share, positive thoughts in todays negative world…..
Thankful for being reminded by some of you that there are truly cute and funny movies and TV shows to watch nowadays, I do not watch much other than HGTV so good recommendations are nice from others….
Jackie B Central Texas
Kathy on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:44 am #
YES! a latte whip is a must have item for me. my family knows this so for my 43rd b’day 2 yrs ago, I ended up getting 5 or 6 various types.
A not well known fact, they had latte whips in Mexico as early as the 1700s.
handpowered, obviously.
http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/molinillo.htm
my search for knowledge this morning led me here
An Nathan Fillion might deserve a FROS day!!! humina humina
SuzyQ on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:58 am #
I am thankful for:
1. Coffee
2. The M&M dispenser on my desk
3. This Blog
4. Facebook
5. The Red Shaker
6. My camera
7. My DVR – so I can tape my fav shows
8. And a nice bottle of wine for those stressful days
Fresh – lol, there is nothing better than a taylor ham, egg and cheese on a roll at 3:00 am at the diner!
SheridanLA on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:02 am #
My little old man, Jack the Cat, who likes to spoon, cuddle and tolerates my being gone a lot in return for canned food and head scratches.
My wonderful and amazing friends that make me laugh, humor my rather childlike glee at silly things and that can appreciate a lovely martini, wine and dinner.
My body that, when I get around to asking it, puts up with my pushing it to new goals. (of course, it gets me back by keeping a stranglehold on its excess padding.. but we will deal with that stubborn streak at some point hehe)
My passport that lets me explore this amazing world.
I am really thankful for the feeling of excitement when tackling a new project or coming up with a new idea.
and twinkle lights. They always make me smile and make everything look prettier at night all year long.
SheridanLA on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:02 am #
wait, Suzy… are you talking about the Red Shaker I think you are talking about??
SuzyQ on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:03 am #
Yup
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:04 am #
Rachel–I asked for Uggs for my birthday!! What kind do you have?
Oh, I love finding money in pockets, Alicia. It’s a mini present.
Aw, Jackie, that’s so sweet that your DH goes and gets you yard. I don’t think I could convince IV to do that. But maybe . . .
YES, Kathy. Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS!!
SuzyQ–if I had an M & M dispenser on my desk I’d be more wired up everyday than I already am!
SheridanLA on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:05 am #
Awww!!! Thanks!!!
I’ll tell Shaker One, she will love it.
B on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:15 am #
Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS! Nathan FROS!
I have more stuff I’m thankful for:
- I’m thankful I haven’t collapsed yet. I’m going by with virtually no sleep (a couple of hours every two or three days).
- I’m thankful for my absolutely crazy and awesome professor and my super dedicated and inspiring who make it possible for me to attend classes when I just want to tell the world to eff off.
- I’m thankful for the sweet classmates that say “I missed you yesterday.” or “You give the class life.”
- I’m thankful there’s only two weeks left (tops, maybe less) and I’ll be on vacation till mid FEBRUARY!
- I’ll BE very thankful if I managed to sleep some this afternoon, with no horrible dreams, because I’m exhausted.
- Which brings me to: I’m thankful for some of the good dreams I have, for being about perfect and making me feel complete, even if not in this world. My dreams are very vivid, and real — I *feel* them. So, nightmares are horrible, but good dreams are GREAT
TrishD on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:33 am #
I am thankful for:
My daughter’s laughter, there’s no better sound in the world.
Comfy clothes, fuzzy slippers and warm blankets.
My chair where I cuddle up in my comfy clothes, warm blankets and read a good book.
DVR and NCIS.
George Clooney… sigh….
Antidepressants, I couldn’t function without them.
Caffeine Free Diet Coke and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, I couldn’t function without these either!
The internet, which has let me hook up with old friends and make new ones.
My pets, 3 cats and a black lab, who all think they should be able to sleep on the bed with us.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:00 am #
Sounds like you have fabulous friends, Sheridan.
Giving the class life is pretty cool, B.
TrishD-Your child’s laughter is the sweetest sound, isn’t it?
Claudia Dain on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:11 am #
the sun shining on a lake
a blue heron flying low over the water
pine trees bending to the wind
25 calorie instant hot chocolate
my nightly bubble bath
clean sheets
Amy Scott on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:16 am #
Thanks Lori! I am going to set my DVR, and record Castle. It sounds like my kind of show.
TrishD- I too am thankful for George Clooney!
B on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:17 am #
Lori, I just talk *a lot*. I never shut up. While some of my classmates appreciate it, especially during a boring class, the professors aren’t very fond of it. Except that I’m one of the best students, so, they just say: “I know you can talk and learn at the same time, but your classmates aren’t as skilled.”
Then I just start passing notes instead
readerdiane on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:27 am #
My sister challenged me to find something to be thankful/grateful for every day leading up to Thanksgiving & post it on Facebook. When you do it every day it makes you think about your life.
dbrown3400 on 19 Nov 2009 at 11:32 am #
1. The sound of my 18 m/o granddaughter “talking” on her little pink cell phone. “Hewwo.”
2. Haagen Dazs Pralines and Cream Ice Cream
3. FarmVille on Facebook — totally hooked
4. TGB
5. FarmVille on Facebook. Yes, completely addicted.
6. Dearfoam slippers
7. Spring and Fall – all too short anymore
Fiona on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:05 pm #
I love THANKSGIVING.
I’m so thankful for……
1. My DH–can’t imagine living without him.
2. My kids. I don’t always like them (they’re teens) but I always love them. Last night, my oldest told me, “I love you, Mom,” when I dropped him off at one of his multiple after-school activities.
3. My friends. We may not see each often as often as I’d like–life is sooo busy–but we stay in touch through email.
4. Our 4 season porch. This time of year, when the days are short and not very sunny, I can be surrounded by the sky.
5. Dark chocolate.
6. My laptop and everything tht goes with it, including TGB.
7. Books, especially those by the GODDESSES.
8. Hawaii. I love knowing it’s there, even if I may not get there again for a while.
Freedom Writer on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:08 pm #
Lori I’m the same way about snow. I love to watch it fall, but would love it even more if it didn’t stick around.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:19 pm #
Clean sheets!!! Yes, Claudia. Yesssss!!!
What a great idea, reader. I just might do that.
“Hewwo!” I love it when they still talk with the w’s for the l’s. So cute.
A 4 season porch sounds so nice, Fiona. I would love one of those.
Janae on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:22 pm #
The one thing that come to mind immediately, is that I’m thankful for full day kindergarten. It gives me time to actually do things during the day.
Michelle B on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:25 pm #
1. Watching Husker Football with my DH and son, “Go Big Red!”
2. Sitting in the pergola, swinging on the bench while gazing at the leaves that have turned into breath taking hues on our mountainside. (Starting to fall now)
3. My crock pot.
4. My cell phone and the house phone. It’s great to get phone calls every day from my kids, and like yesterday, a dear friend.
5. First big snow fall. I don’t know if we’ll get any/much here in Northern Alabama, but they tell me we do get a dusting every now and then.
Gwynlyn MacKenzie on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:33 pm #
Kisses for no reason.
Puppy breath
The laughter around the table when the family gathers.
Holding hands “just because”
BIG coffee mugs
Hugs for whatever reason or no reason
The smell of fresh bread and apple pie
Quiet moments when all seems perfect
Fireplaces
Dark Chocolate
Clean baby smells
Cashmere and Silk
Hot Bubble Baths
Contentment
evlqn on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:36 pm #
Great blog today Lori!
A call from my DIL asking if I have time to talk to Bella and Molly cuz they miss Nana.
Clouds at Sunrise and sunset and my camera handy.
A new book at hand every time I leave the house, Lori I am so glad they FINALLY got yours in the store! I was beginning to feel like a bookstore stalker.
Baby hugs at anytime. We have a little one in our daycare that looks like a Gelfling with a Minnie Mouse voice, she gives the best hugs and butterfly kisses.
My laptop so I don’t have to wait my turn for computer time anymore.
Little thankful, Medium thankful and BIG thankful – TGB!
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:37 pm #
We never had full day kindergarten, Janae. I can certainly understand the appeal.
You have a mountainside, Michelle? Very cool. No mountains here in WI. Just hills.
Puppy breath!!!! I have a friend who will walk miles for this!
Alicia on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:43 pm #
Oh snap, Michelle B!! I’m thankful for my CROCKPOT too!!! How could I have left it out?!?! And also my DVR!! I don’t have to watch commercials, which is such a blessing!
Alicia on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:47 pm #
OMG Evlqn! Are you a ‘Dark Crystal’ fan? LOL!! Gelfling!! (me too!)
Margaret on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:51 pm #
1. Living to see another birthday.
2. My large, extended family. Yea, even down to the one in the oven.
3. Good health and my 3 year-old knees that don’t hurt.
4. Still be able to be amused by silly things and to be able to see the humor in other things.
5. For adult grandchildren who like to hang with the old woman and have lunch with her sometimes.
6. The Internet and all therein. Like Facebook, StumbleIt, Twitter, etc.
7. My cell phone & my computer.
8. Bella the Wonder Dog who keeps my backside warm at night and watches my back during the day.
9. Fritos Scoops
10. French Vanilla yogurt.
11. 4 seasons
12. The smell of a pine forest.
SuzyQ on 19 Nov 2009 at 12:59 pm #
Happy Birthday Margaret
TrishD on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:14 pm #
Lori – Yes, it is the sweetest sound! She loves America’s Funniest Home Video and will spend an hour laughing nonstop. I spend it watching her.
evlqn on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:15 pm #
Oh yes Alicia and I have several pieces in my collection of dragons and such where the figures look like Gelflings. One is a princess with her pet dragon on a gold leash. I also have some Gelfling wizards. They are made by Steve Tunturi in Waldport, Oregon.
evlqn on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:29 pm #
I just discovered Steve passed away a few years ago, that would explain why there are no new creations out.
evlqn on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:30 pm #
Happy birthday Margaret!
Paula on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:53 pm #
I (at this moment) am thankful for the peace and quiet that now reigns in my house!! Yup my boys are in bed going to sleep so therefore are no longer arguing or fighting!!
Other things that I am thankful for:
The love my boys give me and like Fiona says I don’t always like them but will always love them and I tell them this when they are being little monsters.
the cold crisp autumn mornings – not that we’ve got them at the moment wet and windy now.
TGB having made friends here
The internet as without I wouldn’t have met all of you and thus wouldn’t have found so many wonderful books to read.
A nice reaL log fire on a cold wet winters evening
Julia London on 19 Nov 2009 at 1:56 pm #
I love little boy sweat, Lori.
Add Stephen Colbert to Stephen Fry on Twitter. Lots of laughs!
I am thankful for my health and for avoiding flu so far this season.
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 3:05 pm #
3 year old knees are a definite gift, Margaret! Cool.
My kids still watch AFHV, Trish.
I love log fires too, Paula. But the only time we build one anymore is Christmas eve. Sigh.
I hope we all avoid the flu this year, Julia!
Lisa G on 19 Nov 2009 at 3:09 pm #
1. Chocolate of Any Shape or Kind, Ice Cream, Ice Cream and More Ice Cream!
2. My Kiddos- Alexis, Tristan, Kane, MacKenzie and Madison
3. My Beautiful New Granddaughter TuesDae’ Rain
4. Great Books, Movies and Music
5. Fine Wine, Great Men and Good Food in Any Order
6. The Smell of Rain on a Spring Morning
7. My Boston Terrier, April, who Loves to share My Lap and Bed and Dear Ol’ Harry who’s Loving
Eyes melt you Heart
8. My Laptop and Blackberry which both allow Blog and Facebook
9. Fleece Blankets, Comfy Sweats and Favorite T-shirts on Cold Winter Days, Thanksgiving Afternoon and
Any Occasion that Fits
10. Laughter of My Family and Friends Gathering Around a Living Room enjoying Each Other’s Company
SuzyQ on 19 Nov 2009 at 3:15 pm #
Another one I’ve been getting today: Friends & Family Coupons for some stores.
Karen on 19 Nov 2009 at 3:53 pm #
1. C H O C O L A T E
2. DH
3. two daughters and GRANDDAUGHTER
4. books and good eyesight to read them
5. my toy: computer
6. fall in Pennsylvania, spring in Pennsylvania, summer in Pennsylvania
Kathleen on 19 Nov 2009 at 4:03 pm #
I am thankful for
-still having my mom in my life
-having a great family to rely on this past year..
-having two good legs to walk everyday.. as driving has been out of the question.
-being able to still read even with only one good eye..
-having a wonderful warm place to live and best landords
-having great friends who have been there for me in good times and not so good time
- my computer, which has been a life savior for me..
-have great health insurance… to pay for the really expensive meds I have to take..
-to have satalite tv to able to watch all my favourite shows anytime I want…
-great books by fantastic authors to read.
- fantastic music to listen to
- Chocoalte which I can only have once in awhile… which I really, really needed today..
LoriHandeland on 19 Nov 2009 at 4:16 pm #
Congrats on the new granddaughter, LisaG. Love her name!
Pennsylvania sounds pretty nice, Karen. Except for the w-word, right?
Kathleen–you have much to be thankful for. And Mom’s at the top of the list.
Sabrina Jeffries on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:20 pm #
–Not that little, but I’m definitely thankful for my new DVR. Thanks, Claudia, for pushing me to get it!
–Being asked to emcee the Rita Awards ceremony this year.
–Chocolate-covered soy nuts
–Solas
–my Christmas cactuses, which are all in full bloom right now
–the pound I lost this week
–Deb Marlowe and Rexanne Becnel, the best critique partners ever!
and many, many more ….
Pesky on 19 Nov 2009 at 9:30 pm #
1. I’m thankful I woke up on the right side of the grass today.
2. That I have a family that loves me.
3. That I have the ability to walk and run and play.
4. That I can find joy in the sound of music.
5. That I can read a book and have the ability to see a sunset.
6. That I can walk out my door in confidence that I live in a place of relative peace.
7. That my cat hasn’t puked on my white comforter…yet.
8. That Johnny Depp won sexiest man alive and yet I still get to look at 49 other sexy men in the same magazine.
9. That revolution tea tastes so yummy (take an Irish Breakfast and English Breakfast tea bag in large cup, add boiling water…let em fight it out for a flavor explosion, yum)
10. That I was able to pay my bills this month.
LoriHandeland on 20 Nov 2009 at 5:49 am #
Congrats on emceeing the RITA awards, Sabrina!! You’ll be so great.
Very nice, Pesky. LOL at waking up on the right side of the grass. Always a plus.
Leslie on 25 Nov 2009 at 1:42 pm #
Oh I like this topic.
1 Clean sheets is a top one, especially if they are still a little warm from the dryer.
2 Sunshine in general but especially in the months between November and April. In Seattle it can be a rarity.
3 Puppy kisses, doesn’t matter the breed, I love em
4 When I am cooking or cutting up veggies and my DH comes up behind me and slides his arms around my waist. Favorite thing ever. Maybe should be on the big list
5 Sleeping in on a rainy day, then crawling out of bed and onto the couch with a fire in the fireplace and a good book.
6 Cooking Thanksgiving dinner for my new family, I always start November with only 2-3 people coming and end up with 12-18. Love it!
7 Watching cheese melt. the scents, the knowledge of how tasty it will be
8 Slicing tomatoes with my new tomato knife. It runs right through them like butter.
9 Castle is definitely my favorite thing to watch each week. I agree they remind me of Maddy and David!
10 Toilet paper. sounds simple but I don’t ever want to have to live without it.