Since I’ve read Growing Grateful Kids by Susie Larson a few months back, I’ve been trying to be more intentional about modeling gratefulness and helping my kids to express their own gratitude. Here are some of our reasons to be thankful within the last week:
Wild blackberries on the edge of our garden and yard
The holiday, which meant additional time for the boys to play with their daddy
A spontaneous invitation from friends for a pontoon ride on the river
Central air to help us maintain our sanity during this heat wave
A new writing assignment
A visit from my sister, niece and nephews (the boys enjoyed playing with their cousins)
Flourishing tomato plants
What “gifts” have you enjoyed this week?
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Birthday gifts and greetings from friends and family!