Thanks to everyone who left such thoughtful and encouraging comments yesterday. I really appreciate the words and advice. I think my frustration stemmed mostly from being caught off-guard, but now I’ve got a doctor’s appointment scheduled, and it was back to normal with energizing yoga this morning. It just goes to show that you can’t keep a positive attitude 100% of the time – and that’s ok.
So I’ve complained about what I can’t do and don’t have. But, I’ve got a great many things to be thankful for. In the spirit of staying positive, as well as the holiday this week, here are a few…
Nut butters. What, you wanted something philosophical? Well, I am thankful for nut butters, especially almond, cashew, and brazil nut, for the way they take my oatmeal to a higher plane of taste. [Pictured: banana oats with mango, cashews, brazil nut butter]
The city. Particularly, the city’s many events, such as free for all clothing, etc swaps that also benefit charities. I’m always entertaining travel dreams, but I have to remember that I live in one of the world’s greatest cities, and I should never take that for granted.
My family. They are everything.
Cooking. I think the best thing anyone looking to make healthier choices can do is get in the kitchen. More than exercise, vegetables, sleep – there is something very special about making a meal with your own two hands. I am grateful it is an activity I enjoy. [Pictured: tonight's stew ingredients].
Chocolate. Does this need an explanation? My love for chocolate has never wavered in 24 years, and I am glad I no longer feel that a bar doesn’t belong on my cabinet shelves. It is always there when I’d like a rich piece.
This blog. Every day, I am more thankful to be part of this community. The people I’ve met in person and online, the recipes I’ve been inspired to attempt, the outlet for my creativity and my thoughts. I’m so thankful to everyone who reads.
What are you thankful for?
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I’m thankful that I have such an amazing boyfriend, mom that is so strong it astonishes me, and myself. I think I’m learning to appreciate myself, so I’m thankful for that too.
THEO CHOCOLATE!!!! You already know how much I love it, haha
I’m thankful for life. Seriously. Time to just live, love, and enjoy every moment.
I’m thankful for your blog too! It puts that extra pep in my step. Keep up the awesome work!
The link to the clothing site didn’t work. I’d like to know more as there is a likely possibility I’ll live in the city next year! I echo each and every one of your thankful items. Great list! And I am thankful for your blog, I love your blogging style.
I am thankful for freinds, family. support from the blog community! food, shelter.. so much
Hah! Love the Theo’s chocolate plug. Made 3 miles from my house here in SEA. Amazing place, endless free samples in the storefront/tour. Only organic/fair-trade bean to bar chocolate in the US I believe.
Thankful for the 10+ feet of snow we’ve gotten in the mountains already. Activate Ski Season! Great friends, family, tasty vittles, music, a very special girl and a rapidly approaching trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! Really… too many things.
Not thankful for: Kidney Stones
great post. I am also thankful for your blog and this community! I’m very thankful for my family as well. Have a great Thanksgiving!
giving thanks is one of the things that i find we humans really always forget. we always search for something bigger, better and greater out there. we need to be thankful for what we have right now and here. so i love that you start to appreciate that running is just not for you at the moment. even though i personally think yoga is such better anyways
i am thankful to have such a supportive family, i am thankful that i have the freedom in life to travel when i want to travel, that i can buy what i want to buy and that i have seen so many parts of the world even though i am just 21 years old.
I love reading what people are thankful. It fills me up with warmth
I am, also, incredibly thankful for Cooking. I zone everything out when I’m in my kitchen (although it’s my momma’s house.. there’s no debate in it being MY kitchen). Cooking is one of the best things you can do for your soul. It’s magic.
Second, I’m most thankful for my family. They are my best friends and have kept me strong.
Have a marvelous evening!
Hello! I just wanted to stop by and tell you that I have been reading your blog for a couple of months now and I really enjoy your positivity. Your words are inspiring because even when you get down, there is always a way up. Reading your blog helps me see things clearly and in a more positive manner. Your pictures are lovely and your meals seem pure and healthful, but still full of flavor and intriguing taste. Keep doing what you do best and I will definitely keep reading.
I am so thankful for my supportive and loving family and husband, the opportunity to live abroad, my teaching job, my growing knowledge of how to cook healthily, and for friends, near and far.
Life is beautiful–we truly live la dolce vida every day we are given.
Good morning, lovely!
Thank you for the beautiful comment– I am very appreciative. Speaking of appreciation, I am grateful for this blog community. As I have made the difficult transition from Princeton’s EDU (where I’m surrounded by others who know what I’m going through and can relate on multiple levels) to the ‘real world’ (virtually no community support), I have struggled to stay motivated and inspired. However, the blog community has filled that void and I am eternally grateful.
It’s ok to get frustrated– you’re only normal! But I think it’s wonderful that you can recognize and reevaluate your attitude. You are a rock star, don’t ever forget it.
Have a pleasant day, lovely lady <3
becca xo