Remembering to be Grateful during this Corona Crisis

I haven’t posted in a couple weeks. This current Coronavirus twilight zone has really gotten me down I’m not going to lie. My mental health has been struggling. As I was scrolling through Facebook tonight and came across numerous pictures of gray roots and fingernails that need to be filled, I was reminded of the things I have to be grateful for. I’ve decided I’m going to list them out for reminders for myself. Maybe you need some reminders of things to be grateful for in your life too.

Spending more intentional, not rushed quality time with Parker, Olivia, and Madalyn.
Thankful my momma taught me how to cook for my family. Enjoying meals that we prepare at home helps us feel safe.
Starting seedlings with the kids and actually having time to work on gardening together.
Not stressing about the sparkly glitter on the top of my head since I quit coloring my hair over four years ago.
Thankful I’ve always had natural fingernails that are thick and long so not stressing on them being neglected or the proper way to remove them.
Just slowing down and enjoying God’s beauty He provides to us.
Thankful that even though Nick has had his hours reduced due to a furlough he still has a job.
Baking yummy treats with the kids.
Thankful for my tribe of Mama’s covering the USA and even Canada. Our group chat keeps me grounded. Love the power of the 1st hand knowledge from this group of amazingly strong women.
Less laundry!!! (But more dishes☯️)
Picnics in the backyard
Family walks
Naps!!
Learning documentaries on the Earth, Space, and animals on Netflix
Online options for Church and School. Such a blessing.
Staying up late and sleeping in.
I pretty much live in my robes and house shoes.
What’s a bra??
The amazing staff at my mom’s long term care facility that are doing their best to keep her safe and healthy.
Finding time to start reading again.
Health. ( After both of my girls having to be quarantined) Glad to say they are all better from the flu and allergies.
Nick who is bravely navigating this bizarro-world and being our essential worker and shopper. #provider
Thankful to have good finance companies to work with during this time.
Spectacular sunsets we get to view in our very own backyard.
We have 🧻…. For now at least. 🤣