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A Month of Gratitude 2024: Day 7

Hello there. Sleep was not my friend last night. I think I drank too much coffee too late in the evening and I paid the price for it. I tossed and turned like a leaf in a gust of wind. Needless to say, I was exhausted and didn’t get as much as I wanted to do. I still have things to be grateful for, though.

Two Things I am Grateful For

  1. It’s the 52nd anniversary of my parent’s wedding day today. It’s a reminder that I wouldn’t be here right now if it wasn’t for them getting together. I am so grateful that they did. I am who I am because of them. They were such different personalities, and their marriage was by no means perfect, but they were united in their goal of doing the best for us in the best way they knew how. I couldn’t ask any more of them than that.
  2. As I mentioned before, I was really tired today. Thankfully, my son spent the day away, which gave me the chance to just be. I do pray that I have a really good sleep tonight, though. Being lethargic is no fun.
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One Source of Joy

The delivery of my online purchases. I know, it’s actually quite sad because all it was was cat food and sunscreen, but I sometimes forget what I have purchased, and I get a thrill just opening the boxes. Today was one of those days.😂

What are you grateful for today? Thanks for popping by!

Bye for now

A Month of Gratitude 2024: Day 6

Hello Hello! Phew, the first work week of December is done and dusted. Mine ended on a high note as we had our end-of -year team build session today. It was such good fun! That’s where I will start my moments of gratitude for today.

Two Things I am Grateful For

  1. I am grateful for today’s team event for so many reasons.
    • It was a very active so it was a much needed workout. My mind and my energy feel clearer.
    • The day was spent with a great team of people, many of whom I consider my friends.
    • I received a Lush scrubee as my secret santa gift and I tried it out this evening. It was a a great sensorial experience! I really love the fragrance as well.
  2. I am also grateful that I was able to accomplish all that I set out to do this week at work. It was a tight squeeze but, with the help of my team and colleagues, I did what I needed to do and a little extra. I am really grateful for my team and colleagues. Without them it would not be possible to do my job to the best of my ability.

One Source of Joy

Today was a big day for my son. He successfully completed his first babysitting gig. His little customer and his customer’s mum were very happy with his service. My heart is bursting with joy and pride as I sit and watch him grow.

Thanks for popping by. Let me know in the comments what you are grateful for in the comments.

Bye for now

A Month of Gratitude 2024: Day 5

Well. It’s 23:30 as I write this so I am definitely cutting it close today. I just didn’t want to break the chain.

I have to admit that I am super tired as I have only just finished the urgent and important stuff on my plate. The good news is that tomorrow is a team get together day so it will be a bit of downtime for a change.

I guess the thing I am most grateful for today is that I can afford the technology that I have. It is liberating. Yesterday afternoon, I took my son to play soccer with his friends, and I needed to wait at the venue. I also had a meeting that I needed to dial into. So there I was, multitasking to the max, and all I needed was my cellphone and AirPods. I even found myself dashing into Starbucks in the middle of the meeting because I really needed a coffee. None of this was possible 10 – 15 years ago, and in South Africa, this level of convenience is still out of reach for at least a third of the population.

For my son, this is all the norm, but for me, it is utterly mindblowing that my whole world is on that cellphone. I don’t even need a purse anymore! I am really grateful that I am able to afford and use the tech that is now available to us. It’s amazing!

I am going to keep it short and sweet tonight. Thanks for popping by!

Bye for now!