Today I am thankful for Starburst candies. I try not to eat candy that often, especially since partaking of candy is essentially the same thing as consuming spoonfuls of sugar and subjecting oneself to empty calories. With that said, though, there are occasions when I crave the taste of something sweet, juicy, and easy to …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #282
Today I am thankful for the occasional reason to get dressed up. Tonight I am going to a gala that is typically viewed as a reason to dress up in formalwear and have a good time. Though dressing in business attire is a requirement for my career field, one to which I acquiesce because I …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #281
Today I am thankful for options. I am a woman who is more than capable of handling herself when boxed into a corner, but having options is certainly something that I appreciate. Having a choice of entrées for dinner, shoes for an outfit, and even greeting cards for a loved one’s birthday is a blessing …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #280
Today I am thankful for lively debates. I enjoy it when people intelligently and passionately discuss various subjects with fervor and focus. There is something thrilling, magnetic, and electric that draws the audience into full-bodied discussions that are navigated with ease, respect, and creativity. Now, I must point out the difference between this and arguing. …
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