It is amazing how many world problems my brain can solve in the span of one hour during an afternoon nap.

Although today I focused on gratitude. It has been a long process for me to move through and get out of negativity. Every day there is another challenge to face and decide if I will let it take away my serenity.

I have to remind myself of the wonderful people I have in my life. 

The six year old granddaughter that will call me when she has had a rough day, and just needs reassurance that she is loved and accepted for who she is. The twelve year old granddaughter who calls after my bedtime to tell me that she got her back handspring at cheer practice. The four boys (ages 8-17) that hug me hello and goodbye even in front of a crowd of people.

Watching my three daughters tell stories and giggle about some of the silly things they did as young girls.

A husband who puts me ahead of his own needs when life gets tough. The friends and family that I can count on to be there when I need them.

Today I choose to sit on a pillow and not the cactus.