It’s a rainy Saturday evening, and Sabbath quietly draws to a close. Sitting by the window, I observe a solitary blackbird scamper across the wet pavement and into the garden. The tree branches sway gently in the wind, and I savour this peaceful moment with a grateful heart. I am so blessed. We truly have…
In December 2019, I started a new tradition of the gratitude advent calendar. Each day until Christmas, I wrote down something I was thankful for and hung the small round card on my tree. That process has made me pause and reflect on my blessings more. I noticed that my outlook and mood changed. It…
Yesterday I took a long walk along the beach by my house. To say I’m grateful for this place at this time in my life would be an understatement. I’m not grateful. I’m thankful. I’m thankful because I know what I have in this life was ultimately gifted to me. It’s not a perchance stumbling…