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Days of Grace, 5 of 365

1. Going to church and having several people smile and ask how I've been.
2. A great theological discussion that makes me feel more comfortable with my faith.
3. Asking my therapist to go down to appointments every three weeks and thinking, "I can do this."
4. A beautiful sunset view of the Cascades from our apartment.
5. Making plans to get together with friends when we're back in the US.

Days of Grace, 4 of 365

1. A walk around Green Lake on the first sunny day we've had since Christmas.
2. A cup of hot chocolate and a good conversation with SuperGeneticist at the Green Bean.
3. Watching dozens of dogs frolic around the lake.
4. Purchasing a copy of The Owl and the Woodpecker as my "I landed a job" treat.
5. Finding new places to explore on our trip to London next week.

Days of Grace, 3 of 365

1. Being offered a new job in a difficult economy.
2. Saying yes, because it's a job I want!
3. Lily's belly rolls when we come in the door.
4. Feeling the weight of financial issues lift.
5. A slightly melted pint of Snoqualmie Valley Chocolate Chip Custard.

Days of Grace, 2 of 365

1. A warm cat on my lap at the end of the day.
2. Sunlight for the first time in about two weeks.
3. The sweet taste of a green tea latte.
4. Feeling relaxed for most of the day.
5. Laughing with friends over an inside joke.

Back online

I want to keep this blog anonymous, at least for now, and I think I'm finally ready to start writing again. I'm going to begin by following Schmutzie's 365 Days of Grace regimen:

It's too easy for me to become bogged down in how I think things should be, instead of realizing how good things actually are. Last year was incredibly rough yet rewarding, but now I find I'm stuck in second gear, ruminating over the remnants of the rough spots instead of enjoying the sweetness and light that grace me on an almost daily basis. So, here are my five for today:

1. The recent four-month anniversary of welcoming Princess Lily Queen of Belly Rubs into our home. Never has such a diminutive dilute tortoiseshell kitty become house leader so quickly.
2. My trusty Queen Bee purse, which I love and adore. It might even love me back, despite the constant bashing against car doors and scraping against tree trunks.
3. A great conversation with my acupuncturist. It's nice to find out that someone so centered has dealt with anxiety levels I can understand.
4. My husband. He'll be on the list frequently. Tonight, it's for loving me at my most anxious and fractious.
5. Finding out that a prospective employer wants to check my references. It's a good sign.