It was Tuesday morning. I was sitting at gate A3 in New York’s La Guardia airport when I first read about Kim’s Gratitude project. I had just been thinking, for 5 days straight, how lucky and blessed I was and how my life had taken such a turn in ways I forgot existed. I couldn’t help but think that I had every reason in the world to follow in Kim’s footsteps and take on this project as well.
So here is Day 1.
There is no shame in being happy, no fault in embracing love and being thankful for it. There will always be bitter people out there, those who feel like victims, or don’t want to accept love for what it is, even those who don’t think they CAN love. I’ve chose to not live my life like that. I feel that love, and happiness, and joy can help shape who we can be if we just let it. Of course there are bad moments. Of course it’s easy to be cynical (this is me we are talking about) and sometimes cynicism can be fun (see, told you it was me here). Am I gloating because I’ve been lucky enough to find all of this again? You bet your sweet ass I am. Does it feel easy? Does it feel right? How can I know for sure?
I don’t. But it feels perfect. I feel happy. I know I’m loved and the best part is, none of it so far has really been work. It felt like every moment of my visit in New York that would hit me at the most random times just felt right. The constant phrase running a loop through my head? “Oh. This is how it should be.”
I’d forgotten. Then again, maybe I never really knew it.
I’m so grateful. I’m not doubtful. And you can guarantee that I’m not taking a minute of this for granted.
My daily Gratitude posts wont be here everyday.
I’ll space them out between tumblr and dailybooth too. Hopefully you’ll join me.
You look (and sound) so happy and THAT makes me happy. There are many things you should be happy about!
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Lovely post. And never lose sight of the fact that lovers, those in love, should be friends – first, last and always.
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This is a great idea!! There is so much to be grateful for (or Great-FULL as I’m always tempted to write it). When I was in my late teens/early 20s, I made gratitude and humility a part of my daily life and I was happier then, more at peace with the world and what might be around the next corner. I think it is something I should get back to. That feeling you wrote about, the “This is how it should be” feeling..isn’t that amazing? I’m so glad you have that going on..you are a wonderful person. ~Susan
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Awwwww…..I must say you picked a good guy here too. He has excellent taste in most all things important in life. Baseball team, hockey team, etc…
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i’d do him. i dont mean that in a mean boyfriend stealing way. you done good for ya.
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<3 so happy youre happy sugar!
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It’s nice to read about someone’s happiness, and it’s awesome to read about yours.
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SWEET!!!! I love it! I’m so happy for you, Miss!
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Last week I would have wanted to punch you, with all your happy goodness. Lucky this is week has been better than last, and I can say good for you, hey. I’m glad that you’ve found happiness with someone
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Good for you. I’m so happy that your trip went well. Keep riding the wave. It’s fabulous.
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In the fall of 1983 an awkward, scrawny, nerdy THIRTEEN YEAR OLD kid met a girl who was *WAY* too cool for him.
26 years, three kids, and three cross-country moves later I still love her. Here’s to hoping you’ve found that kind of love.
The cross-country moves almost did us in though.
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Miss, I am beyond ecstatic for you. You deserve to be happy, to be loved, and all these wonderful things that you are grateful for. And I second Lou’s comment…friends first and always. Love that.
And you. Squeeee!!!!
xoxo
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It shouldn’t be work. Really.
I remember our conversation. I though about it. A lot. Being married 10 years I have witnessed a lot of our friends saying “This is SO much work” in regards to staying together. However, I disagree. It shouldn’t be so much work. If you respect one another, you give a little – take a little – give some more and in the end you get more back. Unless someone changes completely into a person you no longer recognize and than you should get the fuck out. No? Yes? I don’t know.
I kinda of like living the simple life. Respect. Love. Friendship.
This comment brought to you by two glasses of petite syrah.
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I haven’t opened my reader in like a month, I just decided to come here on my own and see if you’d updated since the last time Jesus came to earth.
Would it be lame for me to again tell you how happy I am for you?
Fuck you, I’m lame:
I’m SO Happy for you. And him. He’s a lucky dude, and obviously an awesome one.
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You know how happy I am for you! I know how grateful you are for finding the love you so deserve. Me … I am grateful to have such a wonderful friend who is now truly happy!
P.S. Thanks @citycynic for making my friend so happy!
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Love this. Love the idea. Might have to join.
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I love reading about happy couples. There are so much negative relationship stories nowadays. I hope your relationship remains strong.
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“Oh. This is how it should be.”
YES. Mostly effortless, full of cherishing and good times and smiles and love, and even if something gets you down or you make each other mad; hugs are given, and jokes cracked, and the smiles and laughter returns.
& as OHmommy said, “I kinda of like living the simple life. Respect. Love. Friendship.”
Yes, that too. ;D
SO glad you’re happy!!!
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