NOTE: Yesterday I did my list in my little notebook in my purse while I was waiting to see my breast surgeon (Dr. Stephen Karp, Lahey Clinic, Peabody MA) for a follow-up appointment.


Today I am grateful for a day with the house to myself, for peace and quiet and NO interruptions.

I am grateful for a healthy sleeping dog at my feet.

I am grateful that Dr. Karp is on my team.

I am grateful that I am tired already and it's only 10:30.

I am grateful that my book is still reaching people, even today.

I am grateful for a beautiful home to nest in.

I am grateful for all the interruptions and inconveniences that come with this beautiful home.

I am grateful for my writing practice.

I am grateful for the blessings of solitude.

I am grateful for my itchy scalp.

I am grateful that my stomach is finally settling down.

I am grateful for my dry and itchy eyes.

I am grateful that I might actually be able to go out to eat this weekend.

I am grateful that I can have a massage tomorrow.

I am grateful for my family- Joe and Karen, Alli and Steph, John and Maryann, Mike and Jackie, Pete and Jess and Julia. Mom and Dad and Gram.

I am grateful for Jeff's family and that they are able to go together to Uncle Vinny's funeral today.

I am grateful for Jeff's love and generosity.