Good Stuff

Have you heard of "gratitude journals"? Some people dedicate their journals to writing about the things, people, pets, etc. in life that they are grateful for. This makes a great idea for a journal entry every once in a while too! Looking for the things you are grateful for becomes kind of a game during the day when you're paying attention. When you catch a "gratitude moment" it can make your heart happy to recognize it.

- Suz

P.S. I'm grateful I looked up Valentine's Day jokes today...

Q: What do you call a very small Valentine?
A: A Valen-tiny!

Oh! I just love jokes! (Have you ever texted a joke to a friend? It's kind of fun!)

. : Sunshine Needed : .

We have so many nodding daffodils along the sidewalk in front of our home that I cannot count them all. Maybe I should choose a sunny day and give it a try. The flowers are actually grouped together in two perfect squares - which doesn't really matter, because all you see are the yellow blossoms. When a storm lingers, like they do in Utah during the spring, these puddles of sunshine warm my heart. Luckily today’s a sunny day so the daffodils can recharge their batteries.

When you write in your diary or journal why not let your imagination wander? Write the facts, but use words that make your heart happy. I love how words, that aren't often used together, combine like "...puddles of sunshine." (more ideas at tweencraft.com/thinking)

Suz