GRATITUDE
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 7:36AM 
I know I mentioned yesterday that I pick a word to represent the upcoming year. Last year was simplicity and this year I am going with GRATITUDE. I suppose this quote that I came across on Shannon's blog really sums it up. Why this word you may as? Well, after much thought and consideration we have decided to stay in our current home a few more years. The thought of someone defaulting on rent kind of gave me mini panic attacks especially since KJ is about to join his sister in private school this year. At first I was a bit disappointed, but I know it is the smart decision. In reality though I should just be thankful that I HAVE a house. A house that I do still like even. This is where gratitude is going to have make what I have into enough. I have plans to do a few things to the house to make it more of a dream/long term home for me although. Nothing too huge, mostly just make it more efficient for our family and our growing buisness needs. I can't wait to share my ideas and get some of your input!
A starter list of things I have gratitude for...
Jesus
my family, they really do rock.
my friends, old and new
our church
our neighbors, one reason why NOT moving isn't so bad
all our clients with KJP and the ones who trust me enough to help decorate their homes
The shop, who would have ever thought?
living debt free
discovering the bliss that comes from being gluten free
my new dishwasher
The ability to knit and the woman who taught me
ALL OF YOU!!!! Seriously you keep me inspired.
Reader Comments (12)
Love this! Being thankful for what we already brings about a great feeling. It also makes us appreciate the things we never thought we would have even more. I'm talking to my doctor this year about becoming gluten free... We'll see how that goes!
Have you heard of/read Ann Voskamp's book, 1000 Gifts? If not, it would be right up your alley! Here's her website: http://www.aholyexperience.com/
Happy New Year, Paula!
I love the things you have done with your home....it is really beautiful. We just did a little renovation in our laundry room (mine is smallish very similar to yours). We have a front loading washer and dryer so we were able to put a butcher block counter on top of them. I now have great space for folding and such. With a few anthro hooks as well as a basket to keep my dry cleaning in....oh ya and the jars that I copied from you....that room is feeling so much more organized! Anyway, I can totally picture this in your space.
would love to hear more about your gluten free journey sometime. happy new year!
I have this quote on pinterest...I do love it. I have been embracing this as well...
xo
annie
Love your list and positive attitude
Love the act of being grateful :D
I am actually grateful that I have your site to visit it always always give a reason to smile :)
Your blog is really great! Your blog is great for anyone who wants to understand this subject more. I hope your blog write the more the better!
How funny ... I was going to mention Ann Voskamp's book, but another reader already did! Love your sweet blog!
love it! great quote! congrats on making what I know was a big decision!
You are inspiring! I am so thankful for you. And this quote? Looove it.
Love your idea to focus on gratitude! Be prepared for wonderful blessings! "Gratidture is the sum total of all the graces of Spirit" MB Eddy