5 To 10 Good Things

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Probation

1. I am away from idiot pot heads.
2. I have recognized my alcohol addiction and gotten sober.
3. I am desensitizing my fear of court houses.
4. I am evaluating and working on my fear of police officers.
5. I have gotten on the correct medication under a doctor's supervision.

 

[sidekick]

Todays things I am grateful for:

1. Having my husband out of my life for good

2. Realizing he was the one who had put me on the spiral backwards with my PTSD and was the biggest cause of all/most of my current triggers and enjoyed doing it

3. Thankful for God leading our lives to this place in our lives to all me to "see" all of this and start on my journey of healing ME and my daughter hopefully my older children

4. So thankful for finally listening to that little voice in my head *the one that was telling me I wasn't crazy, even though he was saying I was*, the GUT feelings I have had for years, telling me something was wrong with him, something wasn't adding up and it wasn't all me or my issues

5. Finally, for today I am forever grateful for my precious daughter being such a brave soul and feeling safe enough to tell me her deep dark secrets, the best way she can and knowing I believe her!

6. One more Finally, Thankful for God allowing my heart to open up so that I could develop the strong relationship I have with him now that I have been craving/searching for years, which in turn has helped me seek the proper help for me in my healing, in turn allowing me to stop being in denial about what has been really going on in my life.....

 

[Onefineday]

Okay so my list is a bit longer than 5-10... but if you don't say anything, perhaps nobody will notice...:thumbs-up

1. trees

2. rain

3. fog

4. native plants

5. late afternoon when everything turns golden

6. going in swimming pools when its raining

7. taking photos

8. candles

9. incense

10. ylang ylang

11. the creeper that is growing over my window

12. my house being clean (oh yes, it HAS happened in the past)

13. having food

14. getting letters

15. living near the hills

16. Dark cloudy days when it hasn't rained in a while, but is about to

17. Walking through the bush after it's rained

18. Dark secret corners of gardens and forests

19. Going for walks at night when it's warm

20. Sitting in my nice clean house on a raining day drawing or study

 

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Well done One Fine Day! That's a great list! :thumbs-up

Great job to everybody who is continuing to look for 5 to 10 good things in life. :clap:

 

[amethist]

1. My wonderful husband

2. My playful grandchildren

2. Our intelligent cat

4. Early mornings

5. The privilege of hearing bird song on those early mornings

6. Having a nice house to live in

7. Friends who "get it" (0k so they are all on here)

8. This forum

9. The privilege of growing old disgracefully

10. Hearing my husband laugh again

11. Starlight on a clear night or morning

12. Freedom

 

[onebravegirl]

I had this perfect moment, some time ago and haven't thought about it in a long time. Picture this..
A hot summer day with out a cloud in the sky.
Standing next to a beautiful, sleepy horse.
The buzz of insects flying around.
THEN I slide my hand under the horses mane.
Its cool to the touch.
I rest my head against her, and she sighs.
Then I sigh and smile.
I am so thankful for that beautiful moment and that I remembered it after it being so long ago.
O

 

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OneBraveGirl,

That is a wonderful memory! I am glad to hear you have been able to think about it again.

Liz H.

 

[Akita]

1. charities and the people who donate to them
2. the ASPCA
3. my puppy... when she isn't getting into trouble
4. my two beautiful cats
5. my therapist

 

[gdf]

What An Awesome Idea

Ten Good Things

1. Naps (which are generally wasted on the young :smile:)
2. Snow flakes falling outside when you are snuggled warm inside
3. Under the covers at 3 am with that book you just can't put down 'cause it is soooooooo good
4. The legacy of good parents
5. A big, fat, quizzical cat that won't stay off your lap
6. The sweet smell of animals and hay
7. Hearing the laughter of my nephews
8. Knowing God is still there despite my childish snubs and rants
9. My little house on a country road
10. Loving my work

Gina

 

[growingpains]

1) The distinctive smell of the air during different seasons
2) Having someone believe in me, and not question my trauma
3) Warm bubble baths
4) Music which helps me to relax and escape from the day to day
5) My dog who can show me how to enjoy life "just because"
6) Dancing--I feel free
7) The smell of lavender
8) My dreams, and the steps I am taking to accomplish them
9) Being where I am in life because of me, because I did what I needed to do and survived.
10) Smiles, from anyone and everyone...as long as it is not creepy. :)

 

[Nicky31]

1) Eccentricities and individuality of British life
2) Cake, preferably carrot, but all cake bar chocolate is good with me- particularly in my tummy
3) Watching wildlife when it doesnt realise- they might be squabbling, playing cuddling up, nest building. I'm just fascinated by it
4) Big stormy seas that make me feel small and insignificant
5) Autumn, the colours, conkers, mist and smell of the air first thing in the morning
6) Being held by those that love me
7) Gazing at the stars in the magical nights sky
8) Continuing to learn and grow
9) Friendship, true friends that support, listen, understand
10) Knowing I survived against all the odds and that I have this chance

 

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About Winter

1. I can hide under long pants, a floor length skirt, a tank top, a long sleeve shirt, a hooded sweat shirt, and socks all at the same time and nobody thinks it weird.

2. I can spend hours cooking complicated, elaborate meals on the stove and look nice and productive but feel like I am relaxing in front of a fireplace.

3. After going outside to smoke one cigarette I have more than enough incentive to put on a nicotine patch for the rest of the day.

4. I get to really enjoy my collection of hot herbal teas and their many flavors.

5. I have a perfectly good excuse to take several scalding hot bubble baths a day.

Ha! This one was tough for me but I knew I could do it! :thumbs-up