I am truly grateful for Ava's demeanor. She keeps her cool, even when a doctor wants to swab her throat and she has no idea what is going on. She teaches me volumes in trust and resiliency.

I am truly grateful for patience. It helps me keep my cool when Jack is not keeping his.

I am truly grateful for people who rescue animals. These animals need us, and those who step up really show the world what living is all about.

I am truly grateful for soft toilet paper for obvious reasons.

I am truly grateful for my inhaler that keeps me breathing when the spring allergies cause problems.

I am truly grateful for the black squirrels that chase each other in the yard because they make me smile involuntarily.

I am truly grateful for Gano Cafe' for giving me the pick-me-up I need in the afternoon.

I am truly grateful for books because they can transport me to places that give me a better perspective on my life here.

I am truly grateful for the times when Ava and Jack snuggle and laugh, because these are precious moments in my momory (yes, instead of memory, momery). :)

I am truly grateful for fresh fruit, especially organic fresh fruit because it is so tasty and nourishing!