As winter settles in, this week has been a beautiful blend of small joys, meaningful connections, and reflections. Here are the moments that filled my heart with gratitude:

256. Sunrise After a Day of Snow 

257. Upcoming Holiday Break 

258. Family and Friends 

259. Short Commute 

260. Reaching 260 Grateful Moments 

#256: Sunrise After a Day of Snow

This week we have had freezing temperatures and a chilling breeze with temperatures well below freezing. We also had a 2-inch snowfall which sadly didn’t bring a snow day. However, the sunrise on fresh, bright white snow was pure magic. Sipping a hot cup of tea while admiring the snowy landscape this weekend was a moment of peace which I had the pleasure of cherishing this week.

#257: Upcoming Holiday Break

Working at a college has its perks, like an extended holiday break! From December 25 to January 1, I plan to unpack, tackle home projects, spend time with loved ones, and recharge. Knowing this time is just around the corner fills me with excitement and relief.

#258: Family and Friends

This week’s move reminded me how fortunate I am to have an incredible support system. Thanks to my family and friends, what could have been a daunting task turned into an efficient and joyful experience. Unloading a U-Haul in just over an hour? That’s teamwork! Thank you all for your love and support. Special shoutout to the “Relocation Engineer” (you know yourself)—your vision and  skills during the move were invaluable.

#259: Short Commute

One of the best perks of moving is my 15-minute commute. Late work nights have been much more manageable knowing I’d be home quickly. I’ve felt less tired and more present at work, which is a gift in itself. Short commutes truly save energy and time—something I’m especially grateful for this week.

#260: Reaching 260 Grateful Moments

This week marks a milestone: 260 moment of gratitude for the year! Documenting these big and small joys has been transformative. On dark days, this collection reminds me that life is filled with beauty and possibility. Thank you for joining me on this journey. Next week, I’ll share some of my favorite moments from 2024—stay tuned!

Weekly Spotlight

This week’s spotlight features an insightful and inspiring TED Talk by one of my all-time favorite psychologists, Professor Dan Gilbert.

What are you grateful for this week? Share your moments in the comments below—I’d love to hear from you!

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