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Problem Solving => Adult Sons and/or Adult Daughters => Topic started by: Kate on October 12, 2012, 07:55:22 PM

Title: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Kate on October 12, 2012, 07:55:22 PM
This is my latest game to play with myself.  The list of possible answers in never ending.

I'm lucky because ... my dogs love to cuddle up to me.
I'm lucky because ... the sun is glinting off the raindrops.
I'm lucky because ... my husband told me I looked stunning when I dressed up for a cocktail party last night.

Why are you lucky?
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Pen on October 12, 2012, 08:04:56 PM
Stunning Kate, I love this! Thanks for starting it.

I'm lucky because....I would have accidently left my phone at home today if I hadn't had to chase after the darn cat who ran right past the phone on the charger on her way under the bed.

I'm lucky because....I have dear friends who love & support me in spite of my many failings.

I'm lucky because....there is new snow on the ridge and the smell of wet sage in the air.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 12, 2012, 08:58:29 PM
I'm grateful because I am never alone. I can always come here.
I'm grateful because I am healthy...eat wisely and can exercise daily.
I'm grateful because I can hear Rosa the pup snoring in her crate.
I'm grateful because my son and extended family love me and let me love them.
I'm grateful because I live in a supportive environment for retired people and am comfortable.
I'm grateful because I have a bus I can take now that I have stopped driving.
I'm grateful because I can step out the door and be in our campus nursing facility where my husband is.
I'm grateful because I like to laugh and do it a lot.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Didi.lost on October 12, 2012, 09:31:04 PM
I'm lucky because my son & his family still love me and I love them

I'm lucky because I am still working and am comfortable

I'm lucky because I have a husband that loves and supports me.

I'm lucky because I have friends and my mom is still with us.

I'm so lucky because I found this wonderful site and all the wonderful women here that have helped me so much
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Kate on October 13, 2012, 02:58:10 PM
I'm lucky because I live in a society in which women are largely treated as equal to men.

I'm lucky because I stumbled across WWU and its inspiring members.

I'm lucky because I have been strong (or stubborn) enough to get through everything life has thrown at me.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Keys Girl on October 14, 2012, 10:18:22 AM
I am lucky because my health is good.

I am lucky because I have a small but loyal and supportive group of close friends.

I am lucky that WWU gave me a whole new perspective on my life and what I could do with it during some of my darkest hours.

KG
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Elise on October 14, 2012, 11:14:43 AM
I'm lucky because I babysat overnight last night with my friend and her grandchildren.
I'm lucky because my fall work is almost done and I could still do it myself this year.
I'm lucky because I have a warm house and plenty of food.
I'm lucky because my son wants me to be part of his life.
I'm lucky my cat was happy to see me when I came home today.
I'm lucky because I can help take care of my neighbors dog tomorrow
I'm lucky because I have wonderful friends and memories.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Notgivingup on October 14, 2012, 12:07:23 PM
I'm thankful that I was reminded by a post in the forum to re-read The Language of Letting Go,
I'm thankful that I have 2 children who love me dearly,
I'm thankful that I have a fiance' who knows the good, the bad and the ugly and loves me unconditionally,
I'm thankful that every time I think the pain is going to get the best of me...I grow,
I'm thankful that I have friends of all generations, colors and economic situations,
I'm thankful that this forum reminded me DO NOT BEG,
I'm thankful that this forum reminded me that NO ONE IS PERFECT,
I'm thankful that I am free of guilt and shame if I chose to walk in that freedom,
I'm thankful that I am not struggling to put food on the table,
I'm thankful that my family and I are healthy,
I'm thankful for knowledge that I was a good mother,
I'm thankful that I have a volunteer position that fulfills my need to love,
I'm thankful that my grandson thinks I'm the most amazing person in the world (especially when I let him stay up late:))
I'm thankful for this forum where I can turn when I'm sad and feeling like a complete failure and be reminded that I'm not alone, that AC must make their own choices, that young adult daughters can be a slipper slope even if the best of circumstances, that there is life after heartbreak, and that there is ALWAYS HOPE!
I'm thankful for whoever started this thread (I'm new to this forum, I still get lost:))!

(I KNOW I CHANGED IT FROM LUCKY TO THANKFUL...JUST FELT RIGHT FOR ME:))
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Doe on October 14, 2012, 12:12:30 PM
I'm grateful, lucky and thankful for so many things but today, I'm really thankful that I have this forum with these friends who are reminding me to feel grateful, lucky and thankful!
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 14, 2012, 12:18:37 PM
I used "Grateful." Was torn between that and "Fortunate." What a wonderful thread! :-))
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Pen on October 14, 2012, 04:27:37 PM
I think we can be all of these at the same time :) We can be grateful for our good luck or blessings or whatever we choose to call them. I've read that there is scientific evidence that our cells actually change for the healthier when we consciously feel gratitude and love. Who doesn't need healthier cells, lol?
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: nikncon on October 14, 2012, 07:48:30 PM
I'm blessed because I have a great husband,a sweet eleven year old puppy,a beautiful home,pretty good health,a DS who will be thirty seven tomorrow and a whole lot of friends on WWU.PS I am so lucky to be spending the cold winter Canadian months in Florida. 8)
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Pooh on October 16, 2012, 04:52:16 PM
I am grateful to have a wonderful, loving supportive husband...this time :)
I am grateful that my Son is safe.
I am grateful that for a FDIL that loves us, includes us and is a joy to be around.
I am grateful to see my GS in 4D today!
I am grateful to have my parents around to still give me advice and listen to me.
I am grateful to have a job, home and food when so many don't.
I am grateful for my true friends.
I am grateful to live in a country that allows us the freedoms to become who we want.

and I am grateful for everyone here, my cyber family.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Kate on October 16, 2012, 11:05:35 PM
I'm lucky I have a warm bed to snuggle into each night

I'm lucky that my boss has asked me to do her job for a couple of weeks

I'm so lucky because I saw my unborn grandson on an ultrasound last week! 
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Kate on October 19, 2012, 05:23:38 PM
And I am super lucky, because I am a survivor not a victim.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 19, 2012, 05:48:34 PM
I read this someplace: "The harder I work...the luckier I get!" :-)
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Miss Understood on October 19, 2012, 05:53:09 PM
I am blessed because I have seen Joy in tonight
I am blessed because I have much more in my life that I recognized before
I am blessed because I have employment, a roof over my head, food on my table
I am blessed because I survived cancer and surviving
I am blessed because I still can laugh at myself
I am blessed because another one of my threads got locked  ;D Just kidding Luise....I am laughing....which makes me blessed!
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 19, 2012, 05:56:40 PM
I am blessed because MU has a sense of humor!
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Miss Understood on October 19, 2012, 05:59:44 PM
I am even more blessed because Luise likes me  :D
Just so you know...I really am good. I had a temporary set back...but it really did help venting.
I am blessed because I recognize that someone elses poor behavior doesn't necessarily mean it has an reflection on me.
I am blessed because I truly accept the fact that I am awesome 8)
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Begonia on October 20, 2012, 07:00:10 AM
I am grateful for the loyal friends I have
I am grateful for my wonderful family, even in the hard times
I am grateful for my excellent health
I am grateful because I live in a beautiful part of the world
I am grateful because I can travel
I am grateful for the hundreds of birds at my feeders
I am grateful for my peaceful home
I am grateful for my meaningful work
I am thankful for my birthday on Thanksgiving and for the support of WW in my "wobbly" thread. 
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: PatiencePlease on October 20, 2012, 07:07:41 AM
Ditto to "all of the above."

I am grateful to wake up each day on this side of the dirt.......

Seriously, (((((Hugs)))))) to each and everyone of you for all the support you have given me here.   I am grateful to Luise for planting a seed named WWU that has given so much to so many.

Love, love, love this thread.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 20, 2012, 11:10:53 AM
I am grateful for each and every one of you...my cyber-family! You enrich my days with your wisdom, sharing, caring, honesty, vulnerability and courage. I feel like The Old Woman In The Shoe! At age 85, how many "kids" do I have?  :D
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Elise on October 20, 2012, 04:23:35 PM
Louise; 4,392 kids.  And part of this kid wants to say to you 'you are my mommy and no body else's  mommy' because you are that special.  Then in the next moment I know the light of all the candles you lit is so much brighter than only one could ever have been...

I'm grateful for you Louise and all this site represents.   
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on October 20, 2012, 05:54:18 PM
Wow! It's lucky all 4,392 don't post! LOL! And, seriously, thank you so much for those kind words.  :)
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: forever spring on October 21, 2012, 04:13:09 AM
  Hello again everybody, I haven't posted here for a while - things were just a bit too sad even to share with kind ears.

When I saw this thread I thought, what a wonderful community - and Luise still there with words of wisdom and kindness. Great!  :D

I'm lucky because I  have eyes to appreciate the wonders of nature, great and small!
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: elsieshaye on October 21, 2012, 07:01:13 AM
I'm lucky because I am sitting in my peaceful home, enjoying a rare snuggle with my skittish boy-kitty who hopped up on the couch next to me.
I'm lucky because I have good friends, and a wonderful boyfriend who cares about me.
I'm lucky because I have a good job that I enjoy.
I'm lucky because my pantry is full, and I have more than enough of everything I need to be comfortable.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Mokatay on October 21, 2012, 06:09:22 PM
What a fantastic idea! I finally came back to this site after months of self searching and, although my daughter will still not speak to me or let me see the GK's, found this place to remember that I am truly lucky because I now have a place to live, a job, and am following through on my goals to create that safe haven if the little ones need help.  We are all lucky to have this place to come to and share our hopes, fears and frustrations. I am truly grateful.
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Pen on October 21, 2012, 06:50:24 PM
FS & Mokotay, so glad to hear from you :)
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Keys Girl on October 21, 2012, 08:49:42 PM
I'm lucky because I'm one of the cyber kids, and Kirk has generously shared him Mom with us.

KG
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Beth 2011 on November 03, 2012, 08:10:06 AM
I am thankful because I have been able to come to a stopping point where my DS is concerned and have stopped obsessing constantly about the current state of affairs (which are not going to change) and I have no control over it.  I am learning to let it go which is not easy but I believe I am getting better at it.  Thank you wise ladies.  You rock!  ;)   
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: luise.volta on November 03, 2012, 10:49:13 AM
I am lucky because Kirk is on his way to take me out to breakfast!  :D :D :D
Title: Re: I'm lucky because...
Post by: Kate on November 10, 2012, 07:49:27 PM
I'm lucky because I survived a two and a half weeks of doing my bosses job.  And I didn't destroy my workplace.  But oh, I am exhausted!