Today I am thankful for willpower, which, to me, goes hand in hand with self discipline (you can read more about my thoughts on self discipline here). The dictionary defines “willpower” as “control deliberately exerted to do something or to restrain one's own impulses.” And, unfortunately, it seems as though we, as members of a …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #276
Today I am thankful for Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Anyone who knows me knows that when I am in the mood for doughnuts only a Krispy Kreme glazed doughnut will do – not jelly-filled, not sprinkle-covered, not cream-filled, simply glazed, and preferably hot and fresh off of the line. Why exactly do I prefer Krispy Kreme …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #275
Today I am thankful for a little mystery, especially when it concerns people. Now, let me clarify this by stating that my appreciation of a little mystery when it concerns people is not the same thing as appreciating situations where people are sneaky, are constantly shrouded in secrecy, and intentionally keep people from truly getting …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #273
Today I am thankful for the fact that I am not afraid to do things and go places by myself. Like many of us, I have a tendency to enjoy certain activities as a part of a group, be it attending conferences, luncheons and meetings, going to the movies or going out to dinner, etc. …
