Grumpy to Grateful

Hello everyone! I will just say that I have been a grump lately! LOL! All my health issues, personal issues I do not share, and life in general has led me down the "Ms. Grumpy" path or "Mrs. Grump" my husband would say. I know it isn't becoming.  JUDGE FREE ZONE here. :)

Today, I had to really FORCE myself to see the silver lining in our current situations. So, after some time in prayer, reading some verses, and trying to force myself to stop sulking... I just said enough is enough. Let's fine some fun today and be joyful no matter the circumstance. 

Shall we say... I had to give myself a good ole kick in the rump and practice being grateful no matter...

What really helped me?! Well, I get a typed pen pal letter monthly that comes with a beautifully themed postcard, sticker and a positive letter. This right here lit my day!!!

I love pen paling and I love handwritten or special letters. This month's theme hit me right in the heart. I needed it!!! Oh, how I would love to have more real-life pen pals where we share recipes, positive encouragement and uplifting messages. :)  I AM SO THANKFUL FOR THIS TIMELY LETTER!

I NEEDED NATURE and when I say NEEDED, I mean it. I took a slow little jaunt around our local nature trail. I just truly walked slow, breathed deep, and listened to the birds. 

Letting the sun hit my face, feeling the breeze of the light wind, and hearing the birds in the glory did my soul good. I am very THANKFUL for this little local path that is easy and accessible for those that can't walk long and hard trails. This gave me just what I needed. It put a pep in my step. 

I am grateful for donuts. MY FUN thing for the day was to treat myself to a donut after my walk. I actually stopped by the donut shop on the way and saved it for my treat after my walk. 

I always use my Merlin Bird Sound App on my walks and hikes. I was recording and the app picked up the bird of the day (which is rare for me to actually catch on recordings) and it was so neat to catch this birds sound. I didn't see it, however. Today, I did record the LOUD Black Crow, Wood Thrush, and Carolina Wren.

I am so grateful for birds. I love birds!!! I am grateful to have been able to be outdoors. 

I ended my evening with some diamond painting!! 

 

Yes, that is some greek yogurt and fruit. My dessert. :) I thought I would balance out the donut with steamed zucchini for dinner and this for dessert. LOL!

I am thankful to my mom for introducing me to diamond painting. 

This has me thinking.... While I am in my "taking it slow" era due to health that I want to be intentional to find things I am grateful for because my situation could always be worse. I also want to do something a little joyful or fun each day I can. 

You may see me post more on this during this week!

Until next time, 

Chrissy T