Sharing Thanks

Lawn Reindeer, December 15, 2011 During this time of year I enjoy looking at all of decorations as I walk my dog Oreo around the neighborhood. There are many reasons I am grateful today. 1) There is nothing like reading a good book with an iced french vanilla coffee from Dunkin Donuts. This is my guilty pleasure. 2) I'm grateful to my parents who took me out to lunch today. We enjoyed each others company and I was excited to hear that they have read my blog and are proud of me. 3) Sometimes I get so relaxed I forget things. Today I left my pocketbook at Chadwick's at lunch. I am grateful to the restaurant host who noticed I lost it and put it aside for me. So nice to get your pocketbook back with all of your checks, credit cards and cash in tact. 4) Grateful for spending some quality time with my daughter Liz tonight. We have been doing some holiday shopping. Liz and I had fun wrapping up our presents.

Norman Levy Preserve Pond, December 2012 It was another beautiful December day here on Long Island. This is my 30th post and I want to reflect on how sharing thanks is influencing my life. I have been enjoying writing the blog and I am surprised how it has helped me view any day in some positive light. I took this picture last week. I enjoy walking at the Norman Levy Preserve. What is amazing to me is how nature can heal itself. The Norman Levy Preserve was a garbage landfill many years ago. Next to the preserve is still a town dump. When I visit the preserve you can see part of the dump or choose to marvel at the views of the bay. I am using this metaphor about sharing thanks everyday. On the blog I am choosing to be thankful for the kindnesses or beauty afforded to me, rather than vent about what has gone wrong. Here is what I was thankful for today. 1) Grateful for my second follower! Welcome to the blog. 2) I am thankful to my good friend Stella. We had a nice phone conversat

Oreo on our morning walk in the sun, December 13, 2011 Oreo is our puppy who is six months old. I am grateful to her, she makes me smile with her antics, and she is always happy to see me when I come home. I am dedicating my sharing thanks to dog lovers! 1) Thanks to Oreo I was able to enjoy being outside. Oreo helps me stay fit by going on long walks around the block! 2) Thanks to Oreo, my daughter Liz and I enjoyed some time outside today. Even though Liz was not feeling well she got some sun and fresh air when we took Oreo to the dog run. 3) Grateful for the dog lovers who have worked with Nassau County to have some nice dog runs. We went to the dog run in Cedar Creek Park, in Wantagh today. It's fun to watch the dogs run around and play. 4) I am grateful that Oreo is getting better with her dog training everyday. No accidents today.

Angel at Rockefeller Center, December 2011 Today has been a quiet day after a very busy and wonderful weekend. I enjoy looking at all the holiday decorations that dress up this dark time of the year. The sun sets so early as we approach the Winter Solstice. I wanted to post a picture I took on my camera phone tonight of some Christmas lights that I saw during a dogwalk. The picture was too dark so I thought you would enjoy this picture of an angel I saw yesterday instead. 1) Thanks to all the people who brighten our neighborhoods with colorful light displays. I enjoyed looking at the houses lit up when I walked the dog tonight. 2) Thanks to the Merrick movie theater's $4 Ladies Day special. My daughter and I enjoyed going to see the "Muppet Movie" tonight. We were able to go since my daughter finished her homework early. We loved the movie. I especially loved the "Rainbow Connection" duet by that timeless couple, Kermit and Miss Piggy. 3) Thanks for anot

The Grinch was spotted on Sixth Avenue and 48th St. Today I met some good friends in the city and we enjoyed seeing New York City dressed up for Christmas. Ellen and Liz are two of my best and dearest friends. I am so grateful for their friendship and love when we make the time to get together. 1) Thanks to another beautiful December weather day. I loved walking around NYC with all of its energy and hustle and bustle. We saw the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center, visited St. Patrick's Cathedral and even spotted the Grinch on Sixth Ave. Below is a picture of Liz and me in front of the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center. Rockefeller Center, December 11, 2012 2) Thanks to the choir who was singing at St. Patrick's cathedral during our visit today. I have never had the pleasure of hearing the wonderful acoustics of this very famous cathedral. Below is a picture of the manger that is at St. Patrick's. Can you find the dog in the picture? Manger at St. Patrick'

I have had a super sonic day today. So many moments to be grateful for in one day. It is late and I am committed to sharing thanks everyday so I am up late writing tonight's blog post. Thanks to my new blog readers. I broke the 100 page view milestone! Now for my thanks! Norman Levy Park December 10, 2011 1) Started out today taking a walk at Norman Levy Park. Thanks for a beautiful day and beautiful view which I snapped a picture with my phone. I love standing at the top of hill and looking out over the marshes and bay. Sonic Roller Skating Santa Sighting, December 10, 2011 2) Thanks for a fun road trip with our family friends the Gera's. Started doing some holiday shopping and stopped for a quick lunch at Sonic in Deerpark. Thanks to the roller skating Santa at Sonic who put us in the holiday spirit! 3) Thanks to the Coach company who sent me a $190 gift card. In February my friends gave me a Coach bag for my birthday. I had never had one! I'm one of those $30 K

Sunset in Central Park November, 2011 Today was a beautiful day. When I am thinking about what I am grateful for I often turn to nature. The picture above was taken a few weeks ago about the time I started my blog. I watched the sunset with my husband Spencer while we walked around the reservoir in Central Park. If you are a runner it is one of the most scenic runs in New York City! I wanted to get a picture of today's sunset however while driving to find a better place to take a picture, the sun went down and I missed the right moment to capture the beauty. I would have been better off taking the picture right where I was. I guess the lesson is enjoy where you are and stop looking for greener pastures. Here are my four thank yous for today! 1) Thanks for the beautiful sunset tonight at the dog park. I enjoy watching the sky and love to savor watching sunset on a nice day. You need to stop and just enjoy the view, in an instant the sky changes and darkens. 2) Thanks for the b