This week I am grateful for…

181. Flying Geese

182. Leaves Turning

183. MBSR Course

184. A Holiday Off

185. Butterflies at the Park

#181: Flying Geese

My morning commute is usually about 45 minutes without traffic. But this week, something magical happened on one of those drives that made the journey feel much shorter. As I passed a pond on my right, a family of geese suddenly appeared, soaring alongside my car. For about 10 seconds, we moved together at the same speed, the morning sun reflecting off their black, white, and grey feathers. It was a fleeting moment, but one that filled my heart with a sense of gratitude.

#182: Leaves Turning

It’s official: fall is here! The air is getting cooler, bright yellow school buses are back on the roads, and the leaves are starting to turn. Autumn has always been my favorite season, and I’m excited for the crisp days, the warm colors, and everything that this season brings. Stay tuned for more Fall grateful moments.

#183: MBSR Course

This fall, I’ve embarked on a new journey by enrolling in a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. My goal is to become certified to teach MBSR so I can share the gift of peace, love, compassion, and joy through mindfulness. I’m deeply grateful for this opportunity and for the incredible support and guidance from the staff at Brown University. I’m excited to see where this journey takes me!

#184: A Holiday Off

This week was Labor Day, and I was able to enjoy a well-deserved day off. I spent the day catching up on household chores, but it also gave me time to relax and recharge. There’s nothing better than a day of rest to rejuvenate before diving back into the hustle and bustle of a regular work week.

#185: Butterflies at the Park

On Saturday, my partner and I took a walk through Callahan State Park in Framingham, MA. We were lucky enough to witness beautiful butterflies flitting gracefully from one flower to another, their vibrant colors dancing in the sunlight. We took a few deep breaths and immersed ourselves in the beauty of nature, feeling a deep sense of gratitude for that simple, pure moment.

What are you grateful for this week?