Gratitude is important for wellness–it can improve mood, tolerance to pain, improve blood pressure, improve sleep, reduce inflammation, and the benefits go on. I have devoted Thursdays to publicly showing gratitude, because no matter what is going on in life, if you’re alive, there is something you can give thanks for.
This week, I’m grateful for the quiet time I had to be with my thoughts looking at the view in my hotel room,
the support of friends, some who drove a good distance just to support me, some who shipped flowers just to show how proud they were, many who bought books, and who listen to me and always are there when I need them—I have amazing friends.
For the successes I’ve seen,
for my babies—who often remind me I’m the “best mom ever” (for now at least 
), for safe travels and the rain that came at the close of my drive, for confirmations, for new beginnings, I give thanks.
What are you grateful for this week?