Hello Friends! Welcome to my first post of 2014! As each New Year arrives, I spend time reflecting upon my life. This year I came to a very important realization, something that has been life-changing for me! So of course, I wanted to share this with you AND celebrate with a very special Giveaway (the entry form is at the end of this post)!
As some of you know, in 2011 my “life path” took a very unexpected detour. I became very ill with a rare autoimmune disease which has caused my immune system to damage healthy cells in my body resulting in abnormal control of my heart, blood pressure, and blood flow to vital organs. To make matters worse, the medications used to try and prevent further autoimmune damage have caused complications. Because of these medical issues, I have been mostly home-bound (often bed-bound) the last 2.5+ years.
As 2014 arrived and I reflected upon my life over the last few years, I realized that despite my frustrating situation, I was still able to feel moments of true joy, comfort, and inspiration. I wondered how in the world, in a life that was so difficult, was I able to find goodness? I then realized the answer to this question; it all came down to Gratitude.
I was very angry and sad the first few months I was sick. When a friend suggested I try to focus more on the “positive”; I thought maybe this would help me feel better for the moment, but I was sure it wouldn’t help in the long-term. Despite my reservations, my husband and I decided to take a moment each night to think of something for which we were grateful for that day.
This amazing Attitude of Gratitude Bracelet by Jewelry Designer Stephanie Wheeler is part of The “Get Your Gratitude On” Giveaway. Please see the end of this post for details.
At first it took great effort to see examples of goodness in my life and I had to on some days even make myself see good things in everyday events, small accomplishments, and unexpected places. It took practice to learn to be truly grateful. In time, this search for goodness in my world became a natural process for me, a process that I now find myself doing without needing to think about or plan for it.
Something else became clear to me once I was able to really see the goodness around me. I began to realize in those moments, slowly but surely, there was also a sense of peace in knowing that there was no need to feel as if I was supposed to have or be more than I could be at that time. What an empowering feeling to know that even in such sadness and despair, I can find moments of goodness and in these moments of goodness, there is true peace and comfort in knowing that I HAVE ENOUGH and I AM ENOUGH!
This Framed Gratitude Poster Print by yours truly is part of The “Get Your Gratitude On” Giveaway. Please see the end of this post for details.
Maybe this year you will want to work on being more grateful? It does not have to be something you do “all in or all out”. It simply needs to be something you resolve to focus on for a few minutes a day or each week. Doing this process with someone else or writing it down in a journal can be helpful.
This awesome Gratitude Journal by Blogger and Artist Monika Wright is part of The “Get Your Gratitude On” Giveaway. Please see the end of this post for details.
Being grateful is not always easy. At first it can take a great deal of effort. The important thing is gratitude is something you can learn. This may take time, but it is worth it. This could be a life-changing resolution for you!
This lovely You Are Enough Card by Blogger and Artist Liv Lane is part of The Get Your Gratitude On” Giveaway. Please see the end of this post for details.
To Each and Every One of You:
I wish you the time and patience in 2014 to find moments of gratitude, and in these moments, the peace in knowing that YOU HAVE AND ARE ENOUGH!
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A wonderful post. Kudos to you for staying so positive and for sharing your joy of life with others.
Dear Anton:
Thank you so much for the kind words!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful my daughter has set a wedding date
Tricia:
Congratulations!
-Amy Kathleen
I like the Feeling Blessed Heart Magnet from Liv Lane’s Etsy Shop
Hello Trisha:
Thank you so much for stopping by and participating in the “Get Your Gratitude On” Giveaway!
-Amy Kathleen
I also like the You Are Amazing Postcard Set
I like the You Are Awesome: Tiny Thank You Cards
My favorite from Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop is the 8×10 Love Subway Art Poster Print Scroll Roll Sign
My favorite item from Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop is Stained Glass Star Sun Catcher Christmas Star Glowing Bright Colours
FANTASTIC Giveaway and even more FANTASTIC story! What a wonderful realization to start this beautiful new year 🙂 Be blessed abundantly.
Hello Fran:
So nice of you to say such kind things! Thank you for stopping by!!!
Blessings to you,
-Amy Kathleen
Dear Amy,
Wow!!! What a beautiful and heartfelt post and one that will inspire SO many others. Kudos to you for having the courage to seek out the positive…especially when it has been very difficult. Like you said, it is amazing how when you focus on the good stuff in life…the feelings of peace and gratitude come much more naturally.
Thank you for sharing your story so that we may all be inspired and encouraged by ‘what’s possible’. And as always, my love to you as you continue to navigate your journey in life.
Cheers to you!
Hello Michelle!
Thank you so much for stopping by! Thank you for all you have done to help me on my journey!
Much Love To You,
-Amy Kathleen
today I am grateful for my 96 year old girlfriend. She makes me smile, treats me like a spoiled brat, and I love her so!
Hello Wendy!
Sounds like a lovely person to be thankful for! Thank you for stopping by!
-Amy Kathleen
wow! I love everything, thanks for introducing me to her etsy shop! I really like the, Always Believe Something Wonderful Pendant!
I’ve been learning a lot about the power of positive thinking, not dwelling on the bad things that have happened, do happen, and will happen in our lives. Suffering from depression for most of my life has it’s challenges, but this is proving to be a very valuable life lesson! Positive energy is a great healer!
“I am enough, and I have enough”
Hello Vivienne:
So fun to see you here! Thank you for making my day! I appreciate your comment so much. Thank you for sharing a part of yourself!
-Amy Kathleen
I am very thankful for my children, they are wonderful 🙂
Hello Judy!
What a lovely thing to be grateful for! Thank you for stopping by!
-Amy Kathleen
I love the Be True To You card in the LivLane shop on Etsy.
https://www.etsy.com/nz/listing/112285482/be-true-to-you-empowering-greeting-card?ref=shop_home_active_35
My mother wrote in my autograph book when I was 12 years old “To thine own self be true” and nearly 40 years later I still have it and remember her 🙂
Hi Judy;
I love this story about your Mother. What a wonderful memory!
-Amy Kathleen
I love the Family Rules sign in the Etsy I Love it All Shop.
(Family Rules . Nursery Play Room Children Subway Art Poster Print . 8×10 Dream Big Baby Kid Room Decor // Shabby Chic Cottage)
My fave item at NaturallyHeartfelt on Etsy is the Attitude of Gratitude Bracelet.It would be a perfect gift for my teenage daughter 🙂
Love the Confidence Booster Art Postcard!
Love the Love Coupon Book . Because I Love You !
Lastly, I love the “Breathe Bracelet Inspirational Word Magnetic Clasp Reiki Yoga Jewellery”.
so many things I’m grateful for. as my grandpa used to say, I’m grateful to be able to sit up and take nourishment. I’m grateful to have a roof over my head, heat, and running water. so many people don’t have these things we take for granted. I too have an auto immune disease and for years (almost 15) was drugged with every kind of opiate & steroids to the point of worse misery than I ever had from the disease. Last Oct. I said “uncle”, I give up, tired of this fog. It took a while but I am feeling better than I have felt in 20 years and for that I am grateful to the tenth power!!! I do dog/cat rescue and I am so grateful for my animal family(I’m the only person in my home). More than anything, I’m grateful for my beautiful family & awesome friends!!!
Hello Paula:
I am sorry to hear about your autoimmune disease but so glad to hear that you are feeling better! You have such wonderful things for which to be grateful!
Best Wishes,
-Amy Kathleen
In Liv Lane’s shop I love her magnets. My favorite one is Born to Fly. They are so colorful and pretty.
I am thankful for everything in my life. The ups..the downs..every moment. I survived a life threatening illness 4 years ago and it changed my whole perspective on life…to the better that is. 🙂
Dear Christina:
I am sorry to about your illness but so glad to hear that it has changed your life for the better! Thank you for sharing this with us!
-Amy Kathleen
In Monica’s shop I really love the Love Coupon Book. That would be a perfect gift for Valentines Day.
In Stephanie’s shop I fell in love with the Breathe Bracelet . That is one of my favorite sayings to my friends and family when they are taking things wayyy to seriously..lol.
I love the “We were all born to shine” cards
my favorite thing by far is the gratitude journal!!!What a wonderful choice for the giveaway.
love the Bob Dylan “Paths of victory” necklace, the “Bird sang” pendant & the stained glass sun catcher.
love the Gratitude blog. It’s so important to be grateful and show gratitude, firstly for the manifestation attitude for attracting postivity into our lives but also for the effect gratitude and love have on our physical bodies. I was only reading yesterday the new research Dr Emoto has done regarding our thoughts on our physical bodies, so intersting, heres the link if anyone is interested http://altering-perspectives.com/2014/01/scientific-proof-thoughts-intentions-can-alter-physical-world-around-us.html.
I love the ‘Attitude of Gratitude Bracelet Words of Gratitude Happiness Love’ bracelet by Stephanie Wheeler as it just captures the energy of your article perfectly 🙂
much love and much gratitude
Theresa xx
Hello Theresa:
Thank you so much for the lovely comment and the link! So wonderful!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful for my family and friends, for living in such a great country,
for my health as I head into my 75th birthday and for my faith which sustains me. As I get older I realize my blessings more and more.
Hello Wilma;
I love to hear all that you are thankful for- it makes me happy. Thank you for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
thanks for all the warm feeling and thoughts. This will help me get threw the day and I hope to pass your saying to others
Hello Michael;
Thank you so much for the kind comment. I am happy that you stopped by. Please come by again!
-Amy Kathleen
Thank you for the giveaway and for letting us learn a little about you.
I am grateful to have a loving husband, three healthy children, and eight healthy grandchildren. I am blessed.
Hello Sue:
It sounds like you have much for which to be grateful! 🙂
I am grateful you stopped by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
I like the Born to Shine postcards on Liv Lane’s Etsy Shop page.
On Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop page, I love the 2014 Gratitude Journal.
Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Page features a Dream in my Heart Pendant that would make a perfect gift for my granddaughter.
Awesome Post! So true!
Hello Tasha!!!
Thank you for stopping by and for commenting! I love seeing you here! Made my day!
-Amy Kathleen
Like happiness, having a spirit of gratitude is a choice. How wise of you to see that the more grateful a person is, the more they find to be thankful about!!
Hello Janice:
Thank you so much! Such kind words! I appreciate you visiting my website and for talking the time to comment!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful for so many things….but today is I am thankful for creativity and how it allows us to inspire, create, and connect with others through art…
Kristine:
I love your comment!
-Amy Kathleen
Love the “pump-you-up postcards” by liv lane on etsy!!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97367962/confidence-booster-art-postcard?ref=shop_home_active_3
-kristine
Have been following and loving “I love it all” by Monika Wright (that’s how I connected with you!). Adore her 365 gratitude journals and her mixed media books!
I love Stephanie Wheelers pieces…esp. “Always Believe Something Wonderful is About to Happen” antique bronze pendant.
I grateful for being alive and being with my family 🙂
Thank you for the chance!
ksyshenka(at)yahoo(dot)com
Oksana:
Thank you so much for commenting and for participating in The Mindful Shopper Giveaway! Best wishes to you and your family!
-Amy Kathleen
I love and hearted Daydream Believer Heart Magnet – Blue Sea, Musical Notes (oksana2372 on Etsy)
Thank you for the chance!
ksyshenka(at)yahoo(dot)com
I love and hearted Chipboard Art Journal . Smash Book . Pre-Made Scrapbook Photo Mini Album // Square 8 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ // Book Binder Hinge Ring Hole Punched (oksana2372 on Etsy)
Thank you for the chance!
ksyshenka(at)yahoo(dot)com
I love and hearted Random World Trip Lamp Shade Vintage Map Hanging Paper Lantern Eco Home Made to Order (oksana2372 on Etsy)
Thank you for the chance!
ksyshenka(at)yahoo(dot)com
I am grateful that I am not alone and i have wonderful websites like this to go to to remind of what I am and others feel the same. I went to our local DreamBank (part of American Family Insurance) and a month or so ago I did a gratitude board of everything I’m grateful for. Not only was it fun to do but it put things in perspective. Then last weekend I took the teen I tutor back to DreamBank and we did a Dream Board. What are our Dreams? The 15 year old got into it more than I did. it was amazing. Let us never forget what we are grateful for especially our dreams (even when life gets in the way).
Hello Deanne;
What a wonderful comment! I love that you are sharing your knowledge with others! Best wishes to you!
-Amy Kathleen
Thank you for this beautiful post and it makes you realize to be thankful for the little joys in life. My best wishes to you and here is to a great 2014.
Hello Suzanne:
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! Means a lot! Best wishes to you as well!
-Amy Kathleen
I’m thankful for my beautiful family and for our health 🙂
Hello Carlene:
Such wonderful things for which to be thankful!!! I am thankful that you stopped by The Mindful Shopper!! 🙂
-Amy Kathleen
It is amazing to see that even after all you have gone through that you still can think of others and have such a positive attitude towards life. You are an inspiration. Thank you for the chance to win this very thoughtful giveaway.
Hello Brigitte:
What a wonderful comment! Thank you! Your comment means a great deal to me. Thank you for making my day! 🙂
-Amy Kathleen
What a great post!I am thankful for my wondeful fiance’ …he is my rock.
Hello Dana:
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed my post on The Mindful Shopper! Blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
I <3 this
https://www.etsy.com/listing/163329742/keep-the-faith-magnet-purple-heart?ref=shop_home_active_24
This is awesome
https://www.etsy.com/listing/55383297/family-and-house-rules-subway-art-print?ref=shop_home_active_17
I love Stephanies’s Etsy shop!This is one of my faves
https://www.etsy.com/listing/92753594/hope-poetry-inspired-earrings-feather?ref=shop_home_active_16
I’m grateful for my friends and family.
Hello Judith:
Yes, I agree! Wonderful things for which to be grateful! Blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
My favorite item from Live Lane’s Etsy Shop is the Home Sweet Home card.
My favourite item from Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop is the Chipboard Art Journal.
My favourite item from Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop is the Simple Heart Silver Pendant.
I am grateful for family and my job and having a warm apartment to come home to.
Hello Natalie;
Sounds like wonderful things for which to be thankful! Thank you for blessing my day by stopping by my website.
-Amy Kathleen
I am a firm believer in the power of gratitude. I was just talking to friends about it this morning!
My favorite Liv Lane item is the “You are enough” cards. 🙂
Stephanie Wright – those book pages paper rose lanterns are very cool.
OOps, Stephanie Wheeler. Still very cool, even if I can’t keep names straight. 🙂
Hello Paula:
So fun to hear that we are on the same page! Thank you for stopping by The Mindful Shopper.
-Amy Kathleen
A truly inspiring and positive post! I’m grateful for my awesome family everyday!!
Hello Michelle:
Thank you so much!!! Yes, such wonderful things for which to be grateful!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful today for a roof over my head.
Hello Lynn:
I so agree! I am thankful for this every day! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
My favorite item from Liv Lane’s Etsy Shop is the Daydream Believer Heart Magnet – Blue Sea, Musical Notes
My fav item at the Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop is Christmas Festive Subway Art Poster Scroll Print . 11×14 // Holiday Scarlet Red Berry // Bus Tram Scroll Roll // Under 50
my fav item from Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop is the Poetry Love Heart Pendant ee cummins poem ‘love is more’ Literary Jewellery
I like the Choosing Beauty Magnet – Choosing To See Beauty Everywhere from LivLane on etsy.
I like the Multilingual Thank You Card set from ILoveItAll on etsy.
I like the Love Life Heart Pendant from NaturallyHeartfelt on etsy. I’d definitely be buying something from this shop if the price were within my reach.
Such a lovely giveaway – thanks so much!
Hello Darcy:
Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper and for participating in our giveaway!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful for my 3 children to help me get thru a painful divorce.
Hello Julie Lynn:
I am so sorry about the challenge you have had to face in your life but so glad to hear that you have your children! Such wonderful things for which to be thankful!!!
-Amy Kathleen
From Liv Lane’s Etsy Shop I like the Postcard Set – You Are Amazing.
From Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop I like the 8×10 Dream Big Kids Wall Art Print .
From Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop I like the A Dream In My Heart Pendant Words and Music Inspirational Jewellery.
Wonderful post! Because of your attitude and gratitude many others can hope. My favorite Liv Lane is the Hope Lives Here greeting card.
Hi Pops!
Thanks so much for stopping by and for taking the time to comment!
LOVE YOU!
-Amy Kathleen
I love the You Are Awesome: Tiny Thank You Cards!
In Monica Wright’s Etsy Shop, I love the Teacher Art Print Gift . Teach Subway Art . Homeschool Classroom Poster Sign 8×10 Christmas Appreciation Gift Primary!
On Stepanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop, I love the Live Laugh Love Words and Music Inspirational Necklace Literary Jewellery!
I’m grateful for my best friend who picked me up and drove me to and from work on this stormy day! (There are no buses here on Sunday and I would have had to walk in a blizzard for a long way).
Hello Nena:
Sounds like a wonderful friend! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
Today I am grateful for the new job that I will be starting soon
Hello Karen:
Congrats! Thank you for stopping by!
-Amy Kathleen
I grateful for my mom, my dad and my little girl.
Hello Michelle:
Such wonderful things for which to be thankful! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
Liv Lane’s Etsy Shop:
Get Well Card – Health, Happiness, Hope
Monika Wright’s Etsy Shop:
Thank You Gratitude Folded Note Card
Summer Rules Subway Wall Art Decor
8×10 Fall Autumn Subway Art Poster Print Sign
Stephanie Wheeler’s Etsy Shop:
Always Believe Something Wonderful Pendant
Wonderful post! I am so grateful for being blessed with my family and friends. Everyday with them is a real blessing.
Hello Diana:
Thank you so much! I am blessed that you stopped by!
-Amy Kathleen
I love the Day Dream Believer Heart.
I really love the Valentine’s Day 8×10 Personalized Heart Art . So Happy Together Romantic Couple Anniversary Love Decoration . 8×10 A4 . Print Poster
The Always Believe Something Wonderful Pendant Inspirational Words to Live By Handmade Jewelry is awesome!
Thank you for offering this giveaway. I am very grateful to have the time during my workday to reflect and enjoy lunch. I may make less money/be less “productive” but I am happier and will be able to work helping people for more years as a result.
Hello Sandi:
Sounds like a wonderful way to balance your life! So good that you are in tune to your needs! Blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
I am thankful for waking up to another day in good health.
Hello!
This is such a wonderful thing for which to be thankful! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful for the cold weather no school day today so I can get caught up on sleep and relax.
Hello Karen:
Good thinking! Way to make the best out of anything!
-Amy Kathleen
from liv’s shop i like the Hope Lives Here: Good Vibe Card
at monika’s shop i love the No One Else Will Know What My Heart Sounds Like . Children’s Nursery Love Subway Art Print .
Imagine Bracelet Personal Inspiration Personalised Just for You Inspirational Word is my fav at stephanie’s shop
All 3 shops have such wonderful things! My favorites:
Stephanie’s shop; I Dream in Music pendant
Monika’s shop: Teacher Art Printable
Liv’s shop: Cultivate kindness magnet
i’m grateful for my family
Hello Elaine:
Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper! I agree- family is soooooo important. I had a chance to stop by your website and loved your family pictures! Your family is lovely!
-Amy Kathleen
Today I am thankful for the roof over my head in these frigid temperatures!
From Liv Lane’s shop, I love the “good thoughts create good things” magnet.
From Monika Wright’s shop, I love the gratitude journal.
From Stephanie’s shop, I love the Love musical note pendant.
thanks for the amazing giveaway and for leading me to these amazing shops!
Hello Carly:
Yes, I agree! I am so glad you stopped by The Mindful Shopper – I hope you stop by again!
-Amy Kathleen
I wake everyday filled with joy and gratitude. I don’t know why. I guess I am just grateful for a another day. I don’t have much but I have most all I need. That’s why I like this contest and the blog. Gratitude is an awesome thing.
Dear Evelyn:
I love your comment! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper! Best wishes to you!
-Amy Kathleen
I like the Confident Booster Art Poster.
I am grateful that it’s supposed to be a little warmer out today!
Hello Nena:
I agree! Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Amy Kathleen
I am so grateful for my health and the health of my beautiful kids/family! I am also very grateful for my new, beautiful granddaughter! I have so many blessings. God bless everyone!
Hello Dawn:
Congratulations on your new granddaughter! What a blessing! Thank you for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful I found this wonderful giveaway and grateful to you for hosting it!
Hello Mello:
Thank you! I am glad you found our giveaway! Stop by again!
-Amy Kathleen
i have several serious health issues. my only child, who was 36 years old, moved in to take care of me from out of state. tragicall she died in my arms from a blood clot just four days after she moved in. the pain and depression are at times unbearable. but each morning and night, i am grateful she wasnt alone when she passed away and am grateful for making it through another day. thank you and your sponsors for a wonderful giveaway. babscorbitt@gmail.com
Dear Barbara:
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. Your strength in such tragedy inspires me! Blessings to you Barbara!
-Amy Kathleen
at liv lanes etsy shop i love the keep the faith magnet. babscorbitt@gmail.com
at monikas etsy shop i love the 365 day graditute journal. babscorbitt@gmail.com
at stephanies etsy shop one of my favorite things is https://www.etsy.com/listing/170379877/book-pages-mini-lantern-paper-rose?ref=shop_home_active_3 babscorbitt@gmail.com
I really like the “Confidence Booster Art Postcard” from the Liv Lane’s shop. And I also like the “10 Things I Love About You Valentines Day Birthday Wedding Anniversary Engagement // Romantic Coupon Book” from Monika Wright’s shop. As well as the “Always Believe Something Wonderful Pendant Inspirational Words to Live By Handmade Jewellery” from Stephanie Wheeler’s shop
Favourite item from Stephanie Wheelerès Etsy site:
Globe Trotter Key Ring Vintage Dictionary Words Key Chain by Stephanie
Favourite item from Monica Wright Etsy site
Perpetual Calendar
I like the Postcard Set – You Are Amazing from Liv Lanes shop.
I like the 10 Things I Love About You Valentines Day book from ILoveitAll’s shop.
I like the imagine bracelet from stephanies shop.
I’m grateful for my friends and family who like me, love me and make me laugh.
Hello Iatoya!
Such wonderful things for which to be thankful! Laughter is so important! Thank you for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
i am grateful from the moment i wake up in the morning thank you god for letting me breathe and having a new day everyday!!
Hello Abhishek!
What a wonderful attitude! Thank you so much for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
Fairy Tales Bracelet Classic Vintage Fairy Story Once Upon a Time…..my favourite item….Wow would love to own this or any other piece by Stephenie!!
Also, love the Love and Treasure Locket Locket Vintage Inspired Keepsake Locket Dictionary Words
I am grateful for the simple things /happenings of day to day life that make happy …simple pleasures of life which carry a lot of weight in the long run
Hello Indrani:
Thank you for participating in The Mindful Shopper Gratitude Giveaway! Yes, I agree- the simple things in life are surely to be appreciated!
-Amy Kathleen
Liv Lane’s Love Magnet – Heart Shaped Ode to Love is my fav
Monika wright’s Gratitude Journal . 2014 365 Things I Am Grateful For . Everyday Daily Document Thankful Blessings Daybook Book Diary is my fav..
Today I am grateful that my job allows me to see my friends so often.
Hello Robyn;
This is a wonderful thing for which to be thankful! Friends are so important. I am glad that you have the opportunity to spend time with them. Blessings to you.
-Amy Kathleen
I am grateful for the life I have created!
Hello Willow:
Yes! Good for you! Love it! Many blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
From the LivLane shop I love the card that says, “The Universe is always conspiring in your favor.” I have been reading books on the Law of Attraction and the LivLane shop has many quotes that go along with attracting what you want in your life.
From the I Love It All shop I love the, “I am grateful for you” card.
From the Naturally Heartfelt shop I love the necklace that says, “Always believe something wonderful is about to happen.”
I am grateful for my husband and daughter getting to school safely and the warm shower I just had.
Hello Samantha:
Ahhhh, sounds like wonderful things to be thankful for- I love them! The warm shower is always a winner! Blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
Grateful for health and happiness. I feel so blessed!
Dear Elizabeth:
Yes, such wonderful things! I am so glad that you feel blessed! This is so important! Continued blessings to you!
-Amy Kathleen
Loving the “Confidence Booster Art Postcard” at LivLane.
I’m in love with the Monika Wright “Teacher Art Subway Art Print Gift.” <3 As a future teacher, I think this is perfect.
At Stephanie Wheelers shop…love it all. So lovely! The world traveller earrings are precious and beautiful!
I am thankful for a nice warm toasty home in this subzero degree weather.
Hello Cheryl:
Yes, I am thankful for this every day! Thank you for stopping by The Mindful Shopper!
-Amy Kathleen
I really admire your courage.My young neice has been diagnosed with a rare type of cancer,she is only 18 and has been incredible through everything so far.unfortunatly it is far from over.People like you and her make me appreciate everyday and and count my blessings! I love your site and the inspiration it gives me to never take anything for granted. blessings to you
Hello Kelly:
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. I am so sorry to hear about your niece. My heart goes out to her and you and your family. She sounds like a wonderful and strong young lady! I really appreciate your kind words about my website. This means so much to me. Blessings to you as well!
-Amy Kathleen
Today, I am thankful for living in a country with great health care and clean drinking water. Health is very important to me!
Hello Lindsay:
Yes, these are wonderful things for which to be thankful! Thank you for the comment!
-Amy Kathleen
http://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/86432011/clearance-breathe-fine-art-print?ref=shop_home_active_38 from Liv Lane is beautiful! I love the blues and greens 🙂
http://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/116039785/valentines-day-52-things-i-love-about?ref=shop_home_active_5 from Monika Wright! This is a beautiful idea, I think anyone would love to have this!
No. No. Just stop. This necklace is perfect. I adore it (from Stephanie Wheeler). http://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/122952070/love-heart-pendant-words-and-music?ref=shop_home_active_11
I am greateful for my family.
grateful
Hello Donna:
Yes, me too! Thank you for participating in The Mindful Shopper Giveaway!
-Amy Kathleen
I’m greatful 4 GOD, family , and friends:0)
Hello Louise;
Wondeful! Thank you for stopping by!
-Amy Kathleen
What a beautiful post. I know it must be hard to look at the positives when you are facing such difficulties with your autoimmune disease. It’s funny, I think it was January 2011 when I decided to start my gratitude journal online with my blog. Every night as I rocked my son to sleep I’d think about the “small victories” I accomplished that day, those little things I was thankful for during my day filled with frustrations from dealing with my autoimmune disorder. And my blog, “Mom’s Small Victories” was born and still going a few years later and taking on a mind of it’s own. But yet, I still feel better when I’ve written and focused on the positive. Thanks for sharing with Small Victories Sunday and so glad to meet you Amy!
Hi Tanya:
Thank you for the wonderful comment! I am so thankful that we have met! 🙂
-Amy Kathleen
What beautiful sentiments. Thank you so much for the reminder. It is important to remember all that we have. It can be so easy to fall into another mindset, but this is so true. Oh, and i love that gratitude journal, I might have to look into it for myself!
Hello Andrea! Thank you so much for stopping by. I am so glad that my post meant something. You would love the gratitude journal!
-Amy Kathleen
Thank you for reminding us of how we need to focus on the more important things each day.
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-Amy Kathleen
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