When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude. --Gilbert K. Chesterton
What are you most grateful for? (See Oct 21 post for background.)
My mind immediately starts making a long list, but at the top is my health. Having gone through the awful bout of sciatica with its very lengthy (still underway) recovery, I most definitely do not take my active life and my ability to move for granted.
The next thing that comes to mind is being a mother. I had two very different pregnancies and births, and no surprise, my sons have very different personalities. Certainly raising children had its challenges, but I wouldn't trade it for anything. The joy far outweighed the difficulties. The best thing I have ever been called is "Mom!"
More to come on the gratitude list as I ponder these legacy questions.
Leta
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| Grateful for art and travel-- Chihuly glass in Australia, Adelaide Botanic Garden |
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