Wednesday, September 29, 2010

29th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Remembering that today is my late Nenek's birthday.

2. Having done a lot for the move although there's still a lot to do.

3. My husband's boundless energy... although he's out like a light right now... Poor baby.

4. Getting help moving things to my new office from angels.

5. Ending my very tiring day with a nice reward for myself: in bed with my new toy in a cool room although my mattress is on the floor. (Bed has been dismantled and moved to new home)

Monday, September 27, 2010

27th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. The mental stamina to conduct three counseling sessions in a day.

2. Patience.

3. Nasi lemak for late dinner.

4. Assuring and comforting hugs.

5. My unwinding routine at the end of a very productive day.

6. Allah's bountiful blessings upon me.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

26th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Restful sleep.

2. Cleaning our new home.

3. My husband's patience and understanding.

4. My soul sister's concern and love for me.

5. A call from a good friend who is in Jeddah.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

25th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. The energy to do all the sorting and packing all day long.

2. Having nice clothes.

3. Affording clothes to give away.

4. Moon cake.

5. Shower at the end of a very long and tiring day.

Friday, September 24, 2010

24th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Having someone help me cool off a spell of anger.

2. Winning my fight over procrastination and sorted half of my clothes in preparation for the move.

3. Tuna finger sandwiches for dinner.

4. Having a good laugh with hubby while sorting out our clothes.

5. The patience to do the very thing I hate most - ironing.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

23rd September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Slightly over 6 hours of sleep.

2. My husband's diligence in packing up stuff in preparation for our move.

3. Not having to drive to work.

4. Tuna sandwich and Iced Lemon Zen.

5. Successfully transferring apps and data into my new toy.

6. Feeling gorgeously happy on the inside even though I know I look worn out and tired on the outside.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

22nd September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Being able to work even though I didn't get enough restful sleep.

2. Working with appreciative clients.

3. New ideas worth exploring.

4. Love and support from those that matter to me most.

5. Loyalty, sincerity and friendship.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

21st September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Recovering from injuries.

2. Grilled salmon steak with mashed potatoes for dinner.

3. My vitamin supplements.

4. Feeling happier than I've ever felt before.

5. My new toy.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

19th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Strength restored.

2. Paying off a debt.

3. Chamomile tea before bedtime.

4. Feeling needed and heard.

5. Mom.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

18th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. The leisure to do nothing.

2. Praying and knowing for sure Allah hears me.

3. Helping someone get clarity.

4. Confessions, forgiveness and acceptance.

5. Unconditional love.

Friday, September 17, 2010

17th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Surviving yesterday.

2. Having my husband rescue me from the nightmarish images that are hiding behind my eye lids each time I blink or close my eyes.

3. Being able to work efficiently despite my own personal and internal challenges.

4. Kind and supportive words when I needed them most.

5. Having the courage to brave my daunting future uncertainties alone.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

15th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Morning coffee in bed, made by hubby.

2. Sleeping in and burning daylight.

3. Allah's generosity on me and mine.

4. Hugs when I needed them most.

5. My client saying to me that my job is a noble one. Alhamdulillah.

6. Having "Catch of the Day" for dinner.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

14th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. A restful night's sleep.

2. Enjoyably funny banter with my husband.

3. Classical musical late at night.

4. My new found commitment to my own happiness.

5. Being able to eat again after a few days of tummy problems.

6. Allah's blessings and generous abundance showered upon me. Alhamdulillah.

7. Peace of mind and serenity of my soul.

8. Forgiveness.

Monday, September 13, 2010

13th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. A comfortable bed to sleep on.

2. Pain killers.

3. A cleansing and refreshing shower late at night.

4. My clients' confidence in my skill and professionalism.

5. The opportunity to be where I'm needed when I'm needed most.

Sunday, September 12, 2010

12th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Sleep.

2. Family outing to view our new home.

3. Cooking for my family.

4. Heart to heart talk with my husband.

5. The loving affirmations and assurance from my husband to allay my fear of future uncertainties.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

11th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Having the chance to celebrate Eid with my dad after so long.

2. Visiting my grandfather and making him smile and laugh to distract him from his discomfort.

3. Family reunions.

4. Ginger ale.

5. Salt & Vinegar potato crisps.

Friday, September 10, 2010

10th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Celebrating Eid with loved ones and those who love me in return.

2. Being appreciated and loved by my father-in-law.

3. Telling my grandfather how much I love him and having him say it back to me with tears in his eyes.

4. The undying love between my husband and I.

5. Being able to forget what pains me, even for a second.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

9th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. My new pair of shoes for Raya. A much deserved reward for myself.

2. Last iftar with the family.

3. Unfinished business settled.

4. Cooking for Eid morning feast.

5. Undying love.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

8th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Wishful thinking.

2. Happy memories.

3. Distractions.

4. Anxiety medications.

5. My two precious gems: Jazelia and Jelissa.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

7th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Patience on an empty stomach and a dry throat.

2. Cooking fried angel hair pasta for iftar and sharing it.

3. Sleeping comfort.

4. When someone tells me to "Hang in there" and I could.

5. Watching Medjai the kitten playing intelligently. Amazing feline!

Monday, September 6, 2010

6th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Sofa bed.

2. A short chat with my spiritual guide.

3. My strength to endure pain through my prayers.

4. Family.

5. Trust and loyalty.

Sunday, September 5, 2010

5th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Waking up feeling refreshed and rested.

2. Pain free day.

3. Anxiety free day.

4. Nice Japanese Bento Box for iftar.

5. A good counseling session.

Saturday, September 4, 2010

4th September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Slowly recovering from tummy turbulence.

2. Being able to express myself well through written words.

3. Having so many friends and relatives who genuinely care and love me.

4. Delicious spaghetti for dinner.

5. My eyesight and insight.

Friday, September 3, 2010

3rd September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Surviving food poisoning.

2. Charcoal tablets.

3. Bath water.

4. Being told that I am needed and important in someone's life.

5. Realizing how much I love and will miss some people after having had to say goodbye.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

2nd September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Earplugs to help me sleep.

2. Iftar with the family at the Curve... plus James.

3. Having the means to pay my bills.

4. Meeting up with a very pleasant client.

5. Hugs.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

1st September, 2010

Things I'm grateful for today:

1. Cordial friendship with my clients.

2. The mental stamina to conduct back to back counseling sessions.

3. Japanese food for iftar.

4. Iftar with mom and my girls.

5. Allah's blessings shared with loved ones.

6. Being appreciated and cared for by those who matter.