How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak and the strong – because someday in life you will be all of these. – George Washington Carver

I am grateful for sounds of robins waking up very early in the morning.

I am grateful for John Pinette. He died on Saturday, and he was my favorite comedian. I am grateful for his sense of humor and ability to make me laugh at everything he said and did. He brought happiness to the world.

I am grateful for loose pants!! This drastic change in diet, along with drinking a gallon of water and exercise IS WORKING! I am grateful that we are eating much better. And I am grateful for the kickstart from Karissa to motivate and challenge us.

I am grateful for a funny partner to share life with. He is so quick-witted and makes me laugh many times a day.

I am grateful that Hobby Lobby puts their holiday items on sale before the holiday, although most of it is still too expensive for Bingo prizes.

I am grateful for the reminder this morning that when I feel distant from God, I should look inward for the cause, and all I have to do is whisper the name of Jesus, and He is right here.

And I am grateful for sea salt.