Tatum and I are having a great summer so far. We continue to work on our gratitude journal daily. Look at her printing! This morning, Ella joined us.
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Anyway, her writing is getting so strong, and the original plan was to couple her work on handwriting with giving thanks. We are accomplishing both so effectively.
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It’s so easy to take the time we have together for granted, so I am being intentional about making sure we focus on others. We have a neighbor named Bob who is 66, disabled, and retired. He lives alone and he really needs some TLC. Today, we made him a card
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and some cookies.
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When we do get our eyes off ourselves, it cures any negative attitudes. Being grateful and giving truly equals joy.
I love you, Tot. You have such spirit and a great heart.