Day 23 So Happy and Grateful!

I went to the gym a little while ago and I was wearing this shirt.  As I was working out, a guy came up to me and asked me what I was so happy and grateful for. It was a weak pickup line but I engaged him in a short conversation anyway.  Why do people want to start a conversation when you're at level 50 on the exertion scale?  Anyway, at first I didn't realize why he was asking me, but then I remembered my shirt!  I answered him by saying, I'm happy about everything today...I count it all joy! 

His question got me to thinking about all of the things I am happy and grateful for today, so I decided to make:

Traci's Top 10…no, 11 List of Things to Be Happy About Today

1. I woke up this morning!

2. I talked to Kennedi, my four-year old niece this morning and she told me in her cute little voice that she missed me!  Melts me each time!

3. I ran 4.21 miles and burned 748 calories at the gym tonight.

4. All of my fav songs came up on the rotation during my workout so I didn't have to fast forward!

5.  I read three boxes of apps today!

6. I have peace in my heart and mind today! 

7. I heard an amazing message from Minister T.D Jakes. (more about this in a future posting - it's deep ya'll)

8. I planned a get-away trip to San Francisco for the end of February (bought a ticket, now I need a place to stay)

9. I made a reservation to go on a hot air balloon ride with two of my friends! I am through the roof excited about this!!!!   Sunrise Balloons 

10.  I was finally successful in making a delicious pot of white beans (Thanks to Mrs. W. for the tip). I tried 3 times last month and each time I ruined them. 

11.  I am beginning to feel like myself again and it feels soooooooo good to be me!!!! 

There is no real happiness unless you can be honest with yourself! 
-Ralph Marston