By: Gentle Gardener Oracle
I’m grateful for on-line learning. It’ll never take the place of a skilled teacher or a thoughtful reference guide, but the ability to re-wind and zoom-in make it a helpful tool. Plus, I can watch in my bathrobe. I’m grateful for on-line shopping. I never liked to shop, and the amount of time involved is ridiculous. Even though it’s not popular to say, I’m grateful for Amazon 
And, finally, I’m grateful for my neighbors and my community.
I’m grateful for the shift in energies. These past few months have been difficult for me and many people I know. I’m grateful that I’m feeling more optimistic about my future, and the future of the collective as well. I’m grateful for my reliable car. Even though cars aren’t that important to me, I haven’t always had a good car, which is why I appreciate mine all the more. And, finally, I’m grateful for a weekend of few chores and a little R&R. Summer’s here!
This year has been a difficult one for a LOT of people; and, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t feel tested. I finally feel the shift, and I’m grateful for my resilience and the support of my friends. I’m grateful for the past few days of rain. It’s a small return to winter, but the plants are thriving, and so am I. Finally, I’m grateful for corn tortillas. I don’t like them as much as flour, but they are slightly better for you, and they don’t fall apart mid-way through your taco.
This past weekend was disappointing in many ways. People, places…a lot of driving. I’m tired and discouraged. It’s times like this, I have to dig deep for gratitude. I’m grateful the drive home was unimpeded by traffic. I’m grateful I was able to watch a beautiful silver and salmon sunset over the mountains and desert. And, I’m grateful I’m safe, warm, and fed.
I’m grateful for wireless communications. No one wants to wait by the phone. I’m grateful I have my own printer, even if it’s temperamental. And, I’m grateful for the subtle shift in the collective energy. I think we all have had a difficult 2025. The green grass and blooming trees tell me that we can look forward to a more encouraging year.
I’m grateful for my crockpot. Of course, you can’t make everything in it, but it’s pretty hard to screw up a crock pot recipe. I’m grateful for all the wonderful people I met this weekend. And, I’m grateful for my intuition. Paying attention to it has certainly made my life better and easier. I wish I knew sooner.
I’m very grateful to have a few days of rain ahead of us. The drizzle has been gentle, and it’s slowly permeating the dense adobe. I can feel every living thing – especially myself – exhaling in relief. I’m grateful for tonight’s Leo full moon. The full moon rising over the east mountains is a beauty all can share. I often wish we had more, and different kinds of moons. And, I’m grateful for my plumber.
The moon is my planet, and even though I love all the moons, I’m partial to the waxing crescent. I am grateful to see it perfectly aligned with Venus last night. I’m grateful January has come to a quiet close. I don’t think anyone had a good month. And, I’m grateful for fish.
This is my first post of 2025. Fires, death, and bad news have made the start of this year very difficult. In times like this, I struggle with gratitude, but it’s times like this, I’m reminded of why I started this journal.
So, for today, inauguration day, I am grateful for the peaceful transfer of power. Something I will never take for granted again. I’m grateful for all the people who are actively involved in trying to help people affected by the fires. As I watch my trees sway, I know that my life could change in an instant. And, I’m grateful that nothing is forever.
With only a few days left in 2024, I’m grateful I’ve achieved a few of my 2024 New Year’s resolutions. I’m thinner, and also paid off a decent amount of debt. I’m not done, but I’m grateful I’m firmly on the path. Since five is my lucky number, I’m grateful for the start of 2025, and I’m very optimistic about the year. And, I’m most grateful that my sweet pup is doing well and on-the-mend. She’s been sick and injured. It’s not how either of us planned to spend the holidays or my money, but I’m very grateful that she’s going to be okay.
365 Days of Simple Gratitude 