Thank you notes: little bits of gratitude from June 2021
It’s easy to get so caught up in the hustle of life that we forget to appreciate the small miracles that happen every day. I created the monthly Thank You Notes post to help me relive the happy moments, savor the gratitude, and share them with you. I hope they also inspire you to think about what you have to be grateful for and share them with us.
Thank you Maddi…
…for the thoughtful gift. You knew how much I liked this cactus, and you made sure I got it. Not to mention the custom-painted pot.
Thank you Brooks…
…for the most wonderful Cascadia trail runners. While you won’t actually catch me running on many unpaved trails, these shoes are perfect for hiking…lighter than hiking boots, but with a better grip than running shoes. And while I am talking about running and hiking…thank you strong healthy body for keeping me going on the roads and on the trails.
Thank you Mother Nature…
…for another spectacular sunset production. It simply is not possible to have a Thank You Notes post without a cloud pic.
Thank you Kenzi…
…for the wonderful birthday/Father’s Day gathering that turned into a canine party. Thank you for having plenty of healthy dog treats on hand! (That’s our Buddy, the second brindle from the left.)
Thank you Mother Nature (again)…
…for always coming back from the flames. This beautiful example of rebirth after destruction is truly inspirational. I wish my photography skills were better, but trust me, it was pretty. Thank you Cindy for the walk and talk.
Thank you roasted veggies…
…for rocking my world! I mean seriously…how can something that tastes that good also be so good for you? My typical food-related thank you note is to a baked good, but sweets have nothing over this savory dish. In all seriousness…thank you to all the farmers, farm workers, delivery drivers, grocery store employees, and everyone else who had a hand in bringing this food to my table. That includes you, Mother Earth.
Your turn
So that’s it for me this month. What you are feeling especially grateful for today? Please sprinkle your little bits of gratitude in the comments.
I am thankful for air conditioning. I am thankful for strawberries. I am thankful for Birkenstock sandals. I am thankful for sunflowers. I am thankful for cold, cold water to drink.
Those are all wonderful things, Ally. Enjoy!
Hi Christie – nice to share all your happy pics – I especially loved the one of the dogs all looking so hopefully at those treats. It’s always really good when a group of dogs get on well and enjoy visiting with each other as much as their “parents” do.
I’m glad you enjoyed the happy pics, Leanne. Those dogs were so cute together…though I admit I was a little nervous with all the wrestling and nipping, but no one got hurt and they all went home friends.
Mother Nature, Roasted Veggies and Generous, Caring Friends. They are all also at the TOP of my Thankfulness List. Thank you for sharing this Christie!
So much to be grateful for, Donna. Enjoy your day!
What Ally said but swap the Birkenstocks for flip flops!
That’s me exactly, Suzanne. I hope you have a wonderful, joyful day!
Thank YOU for the walk and talk. Those veggies look really good.
I’m grateful this week for a family party and that we were all able to get together again. I’m also grateful that summer school has ended and I’m really on break now!!
The party was so much fun. If only I’d remembered to take pictures, it would have been featured in my post. ? I’m grateful that we were able to come together without masks and hug each other once again. Thanks for hosting this gathering each year. Savor the summer break!
The doggies are cute and so very focused on the treats… just like I would be if someone offered me a taste of the veggies 🙂
They really were, Janis, especially considering how rambunctious they were just a few minutes before she pulled out the treats. And the veggies turned out delicious. I will definitely do that again. I hope you are enjoying your week!
When we lived in Panama, the people intentionally burned away the sugar cane and rain forest jungle each year. It was amazing to see what would grow back. Not sure intentional burning is a very good idea but they really had few resources as alternatives. Lovely to see life there again after devastation.
Darling cactus and planter. My cactus outside is so happy that we have had rain! Even desert plants need a drink now and then. It is about to bloom in two places.
What a special friend to have treats for all the pups. That’s my kind of person.
Hello Leslie! We’ve had rain this past week too. It was so refreshing. I didn’t realize how much I’d missed it. I know we need it. We’re so dry around here, we’ve already had several wild fires. I love cactus and other desert plants. That’s been one of my biggest joys about going back and forth between climates…the change in scenery. Both are beautiful in different ways.
And yes, all the pups got spoiled that day.
Hi Christie, Your beautiful post brings much needed gratitude and optimism. I wholeheartedly agree “…appreciate the small miracles that happen every day.” A nice touch, the custom painted pot. “…rebirth after destruction…” I am a huge fan of roasted veggies. I am grateful for you, Christie. You always make a difference. ❤️
Thank you Erica. I am grateful for you too. I’m so glad our paths crossed–at least online. ?