I got up this morning with a desire to go for a longer run than the one I usually do. That’s the one along the top of the bluffs above the lake.
The sun was just starting to come up and the water was calm and blue. So, after the washroom thing, feeding the cat, taking my vitamins and supplements, turning on the coffee maker, and dressing for the cool weather, I ran to the end of the driveway and turned right instead of left.
I loped down the hill and headed out along the road through the woods and fields, eventually turning left to come back along the lake.
Some new beach homes were being built down there and they were huge and absolutely gorgeous. I started to feel jealous and got myself into a bit of a funk.
Once I realised that I was thinking negatively I forced myself to consider all of the good things in my life.
After running past some older cottages, I climbed the stairs back up the bluff and headed home. I grabbed some breakfast [bran cereal, seeds and nuts with almond milk] and a large cup of black coffee and sat down to write about all the great stuff I had in my life and for which I was truly grateful. This was above and beyond the couple of lines I write daily in my gratitude journal.
So – here goes.
The people, things, and circumstances for which I give thanks:
[It’s not necessarily in priority order nor is my list all inclusive :)]
My wonderful wife
Two great daughters, their husbands, and my 3 grandkids
Terrific acquaintances, friends, associates and mentees
Harley the cat and the other 4 pets we have had over the years
Extended family, including siblings, in-laws, cousins and aunts, nieces and nephews
Good health, proper weight, and a fit body
Angels and spirit guides who support and assist me
Ample good food, drink and snacks
A beautiful townhouse home in a friendly condo development, next to the pool, up on the bluffs overlooking the lake
A great time-share apartment up in the Muskokas
World travel and winter vacations at all-inclusive resorts
My motorcyle, bicycle, and SUV
Plenty of time to sing in a choir, read, listen to music, play my guitar, attend theater, concerts, lectures, and trainings
An extensive library of books, magazines, tapes, CD’s and DVD’s
An entertainment center and work out area in the lower level [sounds better than basement]
Facebook friends, subscribers, and fellow motorcycle rider training instructors
The wonderful people in the AbundanceTogether community
Popular website and Facebook page
Multiple speaker stereo system
The spiritual community I belong to
The 2 sided fireplace on the main floor
Nice footwear and clothing
Attractive furniture, appliances, decorations, artwork
Furnace and air conditioner
Skills as a writer, trainer, teacher, mentor and speaker
Good pensions and a wonderful business
Savings and investments
Restaurant meals and take-out
Hikes and visits to galleries and museums
Clean water and fresh air
My office and associated equipment and supplies
Outdoor gardens, balcony, deck and porch
And on and on.
I am grateful, thankful and most appreciative for all of that and more.
I am blessed.
Who needs a huge fancy beach house anyway?
How about you? Make your own list! You’ll be surprised at how much there is to be thankful for in your own life.
Keep manifesting only good things 🙂
Tony
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