A Sample of the everyday Blessings in March
Grumpy customer didn't spoil my day
Warm Towels
Not having to pump my gas in the cold (yeah NJ)
Writing group invite
Lunch with Former Co-Worker
Knowing to rest when body is sick
Helpers when sick ( Tom- cooking and shopping Ron- Ginger ale and wash)
Audio Books
On-Star
Cheeseburger Dinner with Chris
People tasking my crockpot corned beef and cabbage
The ability to help my mom during her cataract procedure time
Dinner at Red Rooster with Jeannie
Easter walk on Cape May mall with mom
Retirement party for boss with co-workers
A sneak peek at old neighborhood pizza place renovations
Zoo fun with family (Mel, Brian, Brayden, Pam and Steffen)
Invite to work some hours by an old boss
Monday, April 2, 2018
Monday, March 12, 2018
Crock Pot Clam Chowder
Count My Blessings
January 2017
Crock Pot Clam Chowder
By Kathleen A. Moore
As I scoot to the mailbox, the January winds sting my
face. Clomping up the steps with the
mail tucked under my arm, the warmth in the house beckons me. I peel off my red
coat and flick my gloves near the heater.
My quick trip home at lunch provides a refreshing break from
the workday routine. Today, however, the
gray skies of January preoccupy my thoughts.
I survey the fridge, then the freezer, thinking about dinner. It’s in between pay periods, too frigid to
run errands after work, I ponder what to make.
Opening the pantry surveying the choices, I find:
Oatmeal?
Spaghetti (no sauce)
Tuna
(no mayonnaise)
Minced
clams……..hmm.
Clam
juice, vegetable broth,
This could be good.
Opening the fridge, I see celery and onions.
Yes, this may work.
I pull out the crockpot from under the microwave cart, I
quickly throw in the ingredients and plug it in. My break time is over and the
urge to call out for the afternoon overwhelms me but I resist.
In the afternoon, the clock tics slowly. Blustery January days don’t draw out folks
from their warm homes to come and get library books. The darkening skies on the way home blacken
my mood. The temperature dropped 5 degrees since lunchtime. The wind holds the screen door open against
my pull.
As I enter the house,
the smell catches me off guard. The clam
mixture wafts through the house instantly calming my restless spirit. Soon a batch of biscuits are in the
oven. As I use the ladle to fill the
blue corning ware bowl and slather butter on the biscuits, I am suddenly aware
of the blessings of a cold day.
Saturday, March 3, 2018
February Blessings
A sample of my February Blessings
Arriving at work early- 2 hours early
Washer moved to the inside of the house
Lenten book in the mail from a friend
Dinner with a friend - Cheeseburger night at Owens
Adult Children's friends who still call me "Momma"
Seeing Co-Workers assist others in a time of need
Eagles camaraderie (champs) = Philly Pride
Observing situations from the "outside"
Facetime with great-nephew
Convenient Doctors office location
Hearing about the neighborhood Pizza shop remodeling
Clean Clothing
Surprise visit from Mountain Friends at my workplace
Coupon Savings
ATM cards
Girl Scout Cookies
Recycling
Nice Customers
Binge Watching Hallmark series
Book sale books
Celebrating mom's birthday
Friday, February 2, 2018
A Sample of my January Blessings
A Sample of my January Blessings from my basket:
The ability to be happy for someone else's good fortune
Playing with doggie at 6:50am
Fresh laundry
Seeing younger generation of cousins interact and building memories
Cat getting snuggly
Good music and a friend
Eagles Enthusiasm
Ordering breakfast - suggestion at just the right time
Moving through the memories of a current loss
Guidance and answers through prayers
The ability to work
Being there for the little moments
Impromptu New Year's day lunch
Snow days are your days off - no need to call out or use sick time
Laundromats
US mail
Flushing toilets
The neighborhood you grew up in
Workers who go the extra mile
Double checking your schedule (you would have been late)
Girl Scout cookies
The ability to be happy for someone else's good fortune
Playing with doggie at 6:50am
Fresh laundry
Seeing younger generation of cousins interact and building memories
Cat getting snuggly
Good music and a friend
Eagles Enthusiasm
Ordering breakfast - suggestion at just the right time
Moving through the memories of a current loss
Guidance and answers through prayers
The ability to work
Being there for the little moments
Impromptu New Year's day lunch
Snow days are your days off - no need to call out or use sick time
Laundromats
US mail
Flushing toilets
The neighborhood you grew up in
Workers who go the extra mile
Double checking your schedule (you would have been late)
Girl Scout cookies
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
A Sample of my December Blessings
A Sample of my December Blessings
Online inspection appointments
Dental Insurance
Coming home to Sheppard's pie (without peas)
Daughter in laws who cook
Seeing Kindness in adult children
Finding the right gift
Winning prizes
Witnessing relationships mending
Space heaters
A wave from a stranger as you work
The comfort of animals
Warm, comfy clothing
Morning Coffee
Tasty treats
Fresh Veggies
Inviting Guests at holiday time
Being invited at holiday time
Random, funny texts
Stretching our capacity to give in meaningful ways
Online inspection appointments
Dental Insurance
Coming home to Sheppard's pie (without peas)
Daughter in laws who cook
Seeing Kindness in adult children
Finding the right gift
Winning prizes
Witnessing relationships mending
Space heaters
A wave from a stranger as you work
The comfort of animals
Warm, comfy clothing
Morning Coffee
Tasty treats
Fresh Veggies
Inviting Guests at holiday time
Being invited at holiday time
Random, funny texts
Stretching our capacity to give in meaningful ways
Sunday, December 3, 2017
November Blessings Sampler
A Sample of my November Blessings
Contest Prizes
Coming home to a decorated house
Breakfast with neighborhood friends from Philly
Baby Snuggles
Games Party
3-D Glasses
Valet Parking in Center City
Center City walk
Corned Beef Sandwich
Friendsgiving meal in Giant's Food Court
Palm Plant Sales
Skee Ball
Visiting an Uncle
Meeting old neighborhood friends in new settings
Helping hands at Thanksgiving food prep time
Poinsettia Black Friday Specials
Paid Holidays
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Thanksgiving blessings
As I sat in church on Sunday, I heard the priest talk about the need for people in the parish to volunteer to drive others to appointments. I searched my heart and with working two jobs, I couldn't honestly feel that I would be able to commit to be on the team that does this . However, I do know that I obtained the second job because I am blessed with a new vehicle (and a car payment) and I remember, all too well, the times in my life when I was without transportation.
That very evening, I had the opportunity to share my blessing when a co-worker asked what time I was leaving work and asked for a ride home. I was more than happy to blurt out a yes. As we were leaving for the evening, I remembered that I really wanted to head over to the supermarket straight after work and get my Thanksgiving supplies. Since I already told the co-worker that I would take them home, I took them. It was a very windy night and I was surprised how far my co-worker lived from the bus stop.
I went back towards where I had just come from to go to the store and I got in line after a couple who had a big order.
"Oh great" I thought. "I'll never get home"
As I waited, the cashier handed them their receipt and told them they only needed thirty more dollars for their free turkey. They were deciding what to do when I volunteered to have them ring up my order under their shopper's card because I had around fifty dollars worth of food. They could get their turkey after that. The husband eagerly volunteered to bag my groceries for my proposal.
On the way to my car I realized that we had been talking in our meditation group about approaching situations as if you chose them. If I hadn't given my co-worker a ride, I wouldn't have been in the store at the same time as the people wanting their free turkey. I tried to relax in both instances realizing that my immediate wants were not necessarily the priority at the time. There were greater needs that I was able to assist with.
I am thankful that I was part of their blessing for that evening. I will be making a commitment to relax into the moment even if it I don't think it was in my plan. I also will be making a commitment to look for those little ways to assist such as providing a ride when I am so fortunate.
That very evening, I had the opportunity to share my blessing when a co-worker asked what time I was leaving work and asked for a ride home. I was more than happy to blurt out a yes. As we were leaving for the evening, I remembered that I really wanted to head over to the supermarket straight after work and get my Thanksgiving supplies. Since I already told the co-worker that I would take them home, I took them. It was a very windy night and I was surprised how far my co-worker lived from the bus stop.
I went back towards where I had just come from to go to the store and I got in line after a couple who had a big order.
"Oh great" I thought. "I'll never get home"
As I waited, the cashier handed them their receipt and told them they only needed thirty more dollars for their free turkey. They were deciding what to do when I volunteered to have them ring up my order under their shopper's card because I had around fifty dollars worth of food. They could get their turkey after that. The husband eagerly volunteered to bag my groceries for my proposal.
On the way to my car I realized that we had been talking in our meditation group about approaching situations as if you chose them. If I hadn't given my co-worker a ride, I wouldn't have been in the store at the same time as the people wanting their free turkey. I tried to relax in both instances realizing that my immediate wants were not necessarily the priority at the time. There were greater needs that I was able to assist with.
I am thankful that I was part of their blessing for that evening. I will be making a commitment to relax into the moment even if it I don't think it was in my plan. I also will be making a commitment to look for those little ways to assist such as providing a ride when I am so fortunate.
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