Monthly Archives: February 2013

Lessons in Gratitude Day 585

Posted on February 18, 2013 by mtchamblee

Invictus Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 584

Posted on February 17, 2013 by mtchamblee

This morning I found myself thinking about the expression, “failed relationships.” It’s an expression that people use often, generally speaking about marriages or other significant relationships. I was thinking about this as I reflected on my current relationship status as … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 583

Posted on February 17, 2013 by mtchamblee

I am getting a late start tonight–starting after midnight East Coast time. I spent the evening lazing around with my younger sister and her family. I smile as I think of them–it’s fun watching them in all their normality, listening … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 582

Posted on February 15, 2013 by mtchamblee

I am grateful for getting home in one piece tonight. On very rare occasions in the months since I started commuting back and forth between my job and my home, I’ve driven while drowsy. I’m amazed it hasn’t happened more … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 581

Posted on February 14, 2013 by mtchamblee

It’s been a long day and my honey nut O’s are awaiting me. I’ve promised myself that I will enjoy a bowl splashed with unsweetened almond milk as a reward once I’ve written this evening’s blog. It has been another … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 580

Posted on February 13, 2013 by mtchamblee

Whew! It always amazes me how exhausting mental work is. I can remember back in my youth–during my college days–I used to work on a farm. The physical exertion associated with any number of chores I was responsible for was … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 579

Posted on February 12, 2013 by mtchamblee

The other day one of brothers posted this on Facebook, “You have never really lived, until you have done something for someone who can never repay you! Come on People, let’s start living!” I replied to him, “Then you have … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 578

Posted on February 11, 2013 by mtchamblee

Today has been a good day and as always I am grateful for that. I feel like a juggler with many varied things I’m working on, but I am glad to say that most of them are good. I have … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 577

Posted on February 10, 2013 by mtchamblee

I am grateful for every day God sends my way. Each morning when I wake I perhaps make a dozen or so choices in that first hour. Some of them are simple while others may affect the trajectory of the … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Gratitude Day 576

Posted on February 9, 2013 by mtchamblee

I am grateful this evening for the friends I have in my life. This afternoon I spent nearly two hours video chatting with my friend Roland. He and I have made a commitment to talk this way once a month … Continue reading →

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