Sunday, September 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because you are in my life.

Thank you.

I will not be continuing to make entries until I get an antidepressant and feel better.

Pray for me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, September 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION

I am grateful to the Almighty because I understand the MIND-BODY CONNECTION and I am going to work on it.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, September 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has always been and I hope will always be in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, September 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the friends that I have in my life.

Thank you.

Tuesday, September 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY DAUGHTERS

I am grateful to the Almighty for giving me my wonderful daughters.

Thank you.

Monday, September 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MAKING NEW FRIENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to make new friends.

I understand that my physical problems are manifestations of the trauma, stress, grief and bereavement that I feel.

I know that with the Almighty's help I will move forward.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, September 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FRIEND JOEL

I am grateful because the Almighty gave me a friend named Joel.

Yesterday he gave me prayers to say to the Almighty.

I will say them at least twice a day.

I know that I am not alone.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, September 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW MEMORIES

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new memories that He is helping me to create.

Thank you.

Friday, September 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FRIEND KAREN

I am grateful to the Almighty for bringing my friend Karen into my life.

She helped me to focus on the positives in my life and to breathe and move forward.

After the holidays are over I will move forward into my new life.

I am grateful to the Almighty for bringing her into my life.

Thank you.

Thursday, September 13, 2018

Sunday, September 9, 2018

GRTEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to you, Almighty because you have been in my life since I was born, helping me, comforting me and giving me all the joys of my life.

I graduated from Queens College and continued on to receive many advance degrees there because of you.  I have had a remarkable career.  I have two daughters that love me.  I have a remarkable little grandson too.  I have owned homes, condos and co-ops in my life.

I am seventy now and have been blessed with good health.

I know that you Almighty have granted me all of these blessings.

Tonight begins the High Holiday Season.  Rosh Hashanah begins tonight. 

I am praying for good health and happiness for myself and my family.

Please Almighty may it be so.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, September 8, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT THE ALMIGHTY IS IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because it is the Almighty who is protecting me.

I hope that the Almighty continues to do so.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, September 7, 2018

Thursday, September 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THERAPY

I am grateful to the Almighty for finding Judith my therapist.

I slept through most of the night and didn't wake up with a stomach ache.

I'm trying so hard.

I believe and have faith in the Almighty.

Therapy is wonderful.

I just need patience.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE AND BEING

I am grateful to the Almighty for my breathe and my being.

This calms me down in times of stress.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION

I am grateful to the Almighty because yesterday, Sunday, was a wonderful day as I worked on the MIND-BODY connection.

I know that the Almighty is with me and I hope that today will be the same.

I am grateful to the Almighty because he has helped me to understand that I must live in the present because that is all I have. Living in the past can only bring me depression, sadness and bad health. Living in the future can only bring me anxiety.

I am grateful to the Almighty because I realized that I must begin to move passed my regrets and create new dreams for myself.

I always thought that anything that you do when you weren't working was a waste of time.  I was wrong, so wrong.  I know now that I can have these new dreams,  that work is done and that enjoyment must begin if I am to move forward.  Without new dreams I will die.  I know now that I don't have to be in survival mode but in enjoyment of new dreams mode.  I don't have to be busy every moment of every day either.

I can make changes in my life.  For example, I'm going to bris for the first day of Rosh Hashanah.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, September 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MIND BODY CONNECTION

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to understand the MIND BODY connection and hope to feel better one day at a time.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, September 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR PATIENCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am learning to slowly be patient with myself.

Thank you.

Saturday, September 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THE MIND BODY CONNECTION

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to really understand the MIND-BODY connection.

I am realizing that because of all the ABUSE that I suffered from my parents and psychopathic/sociopathic husband that I am going to have to REBUILD myself.

I am up to the task.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 31, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY DAUGHTERS

I am grateful to the Almighty for my daughters.

They are watching out for my welfare.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for a new day.

Let's make it a good one.

I finally understand that I no longer have to create strategies for survival.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY CHILDREN

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He gave me children who will help me when I need it.

I am grateful that He gave me friends who will help me when I need it.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR KNOWING THAT I CAN CHOOSE HAPPINESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I can choose replace sadness with happiness.

I am trying but it's so hard.  Why did my life have to be so hard?

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, August 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR HAVING THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is in my life.

This complicated bereavement is the hardest thing that I have ever had to do in my life.  I am so grateful to the Almighty for sending friends, neighbors, family, clergy and helpers to get me through this.

It is hard but with the help of the Almighty I will move forward.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Sunday, August 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR KNOWING THAT HABITS TAKE TIME TO CHANGE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to understand that it takes time to change habits and behaviors.

I really have no patience BUT I am trying to change.

I know that the Almighty will be there with me every step of the way.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, August 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR CHOOSING HAPPINESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I practiced yoga today and Leslie spoke of the fact that we have choices in life.

We can choose happiness.  There are habits we will have to change.  In the book that I read every morning called SIMPLE HAPPINESS the author speaks of STIMULUS and RESPONSE.   He says that in the moment between STIMULUS and RESPONSE one must choose what to do.

I choose happiness.   There will be habits and behaviors that I will change in order to do this BUT I choose happiness.

I am grateful to the Almighty for allowing me to practice yoga this morning because choosing happiness is my new mantra.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR COUNTING MY BLESSINGS

I am grateful to the Almighty because instead of dwelling in the PAST or worrying about the FUTURE,  I am going to count my BLESSINGS and realize what I am GRATEFUL for each day.

I will take nothing for granted.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR CHANGING NEGATIVE THOUGHTS INTO POSITIVE ONES

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun to let go of a negative thought and change it into a positive one.  If it's a thought in the past or future, I try to replace it with something that was pleasant.

I am trying with your help to live in each moment.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MOVING FORWARD

I am grateful to the Almighty because I finally understand what I need to do in order to overcome PTSD.

I need to move forward.

No matter the stomach aches or headaches I need not to go back to the past BUT I need to move forward and make new memories.

I need not to fight fate.

I need to appreciate my new life.

I need to let go of that which doesn't serve me so that I can heal.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW MANTRA

I am grateful to the almighty for the new mantra in my life which is made up of the things that I learned in my life.

I must accept my FATE and not fight it.

I must LET GO OF THAT WHICH DOES NOT SERVE ME SO THAT I CAN HEAL.

I must begin to APPRECIATE my new life.

I believe that the Almighty gave me my new life as a gift.  He knew what I had been through.  I cannot continue to mourn someone who wasn't real....who was the creation of a distorted mind. It's time to move on and appreciate the goodness and successes in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, August 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY MISSION IN LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for allowing me to read a book entitled SIMPLE HAPPINESS.

It is in that book that they define one's happiness as completing ones mission in life.

I did complete my mission.

I taught.

I supervised.

I helped children.

I have two daughters that I taught.

I have a grandson.

NOT ANYWHERE IS THE PSYCHOPATH PART OF MY MISSION.

I am reframing my life.

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me to therapy to learn how to do this.

Thank you.

Sunday, August 19, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR OOPS THERE I GO AGAIN!!!

I am grateful to the Almighty because He sent me to this phrase in my Simple Happiness book and it struck a chord with me.

Oops Here I Go Again!!!!!!

Its a very clear way to remind yourself that when you are having a negative thought you need to STOP and say......OOPS!!!  HERE I GO AGAIN and replace it with a positive thought.

Thank you Almighty for this wonderful idea.

I am grateful.

Saturday, August 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO BE IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty that in this my time of change and transition, I am learning to be in the moment.

I have restructured my days to understand that I am safe and secure.

I can do things slowly.

My abuser is dead.

I can live in the moment and enjoy life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MEDITATION

I am grateful to the Almighty because in his infinite wisdom, He led me to meditation and  I read something that I thought was profound.

EVERY LIVING THING HEALS.

I will also.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

  

Thursday, August 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THERAPY

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me to therapy.

It has been really helpful.  But it's so hard.  It brings back such difficult memories and I cry a lot at the abuse that I suffered.  My stomach hurts and it's hard to get moving.

In the end I realize that therapy with the help of the Almighty will help me to forge forward as a new person or at least the person that I always was that my abusers tried so hard to break.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING GIVEN A SECOND CHANGE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have been given a second chance to embrace, enjoy and love life.

He has given me a grandson.

He has given me good health.

He has given me money.

He has given me a wonderful therapist.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has given me.  

I promise to be patient with my PTSD to overcome all my past sorrows.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

ENJOY THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I finally am beginning to understand what living in the moment is about.

I have always been busy as my main strategy to keep myself safe from my abusers.

Now I can be.

Now I can breathe.

Now I can enjoy.

I slept later and even though my stomach is in knots from the stored anxiety, I'm going to walk on this beautiful day and just be.......

I will be interviewed at the Central Island Nursing Home today.  I enjoyed Plainview Cares yesterday and I'm going back on Thursday.

I am finally retired the same way other people are.

I am enjoying the moment.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Monday, August 13, 2018

LIVING IN REALITY

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am slowly learning to accept the reality of life with my abusive parents and husband.

I am crying when I need to and want to.

I am a strong and capable woman and the Almighty will help me to survive this.

I am grateful.

Sunday, August 12, 2018

Saturday, August 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR ITS TIME TO GO

I am grateful to theAlmighty because He helped me attend a workshop at my yoga studio where I learned about ANGEL ORACLE CARDS.

The card that I chose today said, "IT'S TIME TO GO!"

It meant that it's time to let go of a relationship, even the relationship that I had in my head with the psycho.

I will take my therapists advice and have patience. I know that the torment of remembering this relationship will end.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW ME

I am grateful to the Almighty for helping me become the new me and for helping me to be mindful that I must live in reality.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THAT CELLS DIE

I am grateful to the Almighty for His helping me to understand that our cells die every day as new ones form in our bodies.

The old me is dying and the new me is forming.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this awakening.

Thank you.

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE

I am grateful to the Almighty for every breathe that I take.

When I inhale and exhale deeply my anxiety subsides.

It is for this that I am grateful.

Thank you Almighty.

Tuesday, August 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY PASSIONS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the passions that I have had in my life.

One of my passions is being involved with Judiasm and the Almighty.

Another passion was working.  I chose to the an educator so that I could instruct children.  I chose to teach Social Studies and majored in History and minored in Education.  Later on I studied and received a Masters Degree in Special Education and the degree of Supervision and Administration.  My first Masters was in History/ Secondary Education Social Studies.

I worked at Marie Curie Junior High School, Lincoln Hall, DayTop and Boces.

Another passion is reading.  Yet another is walking.

In the generation that I was born in one got married in their early twenties and had children.  People really wanted to do this.

It wasn't me.  I did it anyway.

This morning I had a realization.   I DID NOT GET DIVORCED BECAUSE IT WOULD HAVE INTERFERED WITH THE CAREER THAT I WAS BUILDING.  THOSE CHILDREN WERE HORRIBLE AND I WOULD HAVE BEEN RESPONSIBLE FOR THEM.

I WAS ABLE TO SEPARATE MY LIFE AND HAVE A WONDERFUL CAREER AND LIFE WHILE HE WAS STILL THERE AND THEY WERE IN MY LIFE.

I was almost seventy when I retired. 


Thank you Almighty for the passions in my life and for the revelations that I have had.

I am grateful.

Monday, August 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN REALITY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is helping me to live in reality.

I am no longer creating false dreams and illusions.

I am beginning to breathe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, August 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING HOW TO RESPOND TO CIRCUMSTANCES IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He allowed me to read a book called SIMPLE HAPPINESS and it was from that book that I learned how to respond to circumstances in my life.

It's all made up anyway.  Therefore I'm going to respond in a positive way.  I know that the people in my life tried to make my life horrible but I took each experience and made something good of it.

....Like the mini-units I created.
....Like the career that I had.
....Like the condo that I purchased.
....Like the walks that I took.


It's time to move forward again and not to go back to the beginning of time and mourn that which I didn't have.

I am grateful for the life that the Almighty helped me to create.

I am grateful that I am moving forward again.

Thank you.

Saturday, August 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN REALITY

I am grateful to the Almighty because as of today and with His help, I will begin to live in reality.

I have spent my life looking for love because I had emotionally disturbed and abusive parents. I have extended this pitiful need for love to children and my brother.

It is now time to face reality.  It's time to leave all this behind and love myself.

I have been a success according to the standards of the world.

However I have done nothing to enjoy my life and just be.....

This is what I intend to do now with the Almighty's help.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEIGHBORS

I am grateful to the Almighty for giving me wonderful neighbors.

I was locked out of the house this morning and Keith and Renee were really helpful.

Thank you Almighty for sending them to me.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING A STRONG AND CAPABLE WOMAN

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am a strong and capable woman....

The Almighty is by my side in whatever I do.

I need not worry.

I need to have faith that He is there for me.

I do.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, August 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE FRIENDS THAT THE ALMIGHTY HAS SENT ME

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the friends that the Almighty has sent to me to help me and care about me in this difficult time in my life.

I am grateful that my children care about me too.

I wish that I had more patience to be able to take one day at a time.

I imagine that this will come in time.

I am grateful to the Almighty for standing by my side always.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THE NOW

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to understand that the past is over, the future isn't here yet and I must begin to enjoy living in the now.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FINANCES

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made sure that I have money to be able to pay all of my bills.

I just wish that I wasn't waiting for the other show to drop.  I imagine that as times passes and with therapy with Judith it will get easier but right now it's really hard.

Thank you Almighty for always being there for me.

I am grateful.

Sunday, July 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW MEMORIES

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the different activities that I have and the new memories that I am making.

I can't help but wish that I hadn't married a psychopath.  Then again it traces back to my parents and how they tried to destroy me.

The Almighty was there for me.

I am grateful for the Almighty's protection, love and caring.  

Each new day and each new adventure is a blessing.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, July 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because by sending me to yoga, I learned about being in the moment.

I know that it will take time for my mind to catch up with my body.  I am aware of this and will have patience.

I acknowledge the abuse of my parents and the psychopath and the damage that it has done to me.  However, I will emerge from this as a stronger woman.

I will return to being myself.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me to live in the moment.  I will practice enjoying the moment and being calm and quiet to appreciate this.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, July 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR ORGANIZATION

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me an organized woman and it's this structure that helps me to get through difficult times.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, July 26, 2018

FAITH IN THE ALMIGHTY

I am grateful that I have faith in the Almighty now and forever.

I know that He walks by my side and will help me stay strong.

I will look back in a year from now and know that I made it through because of His help.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am trying as per His instructions to live in the moment.

Yesterday I did and it was an amazing day filled with shopping, chores, walking, yoga and the pool where I sat with friends that I never would have been allowed to sit with if the psychopath were still alive because I wouldn't know how he would torture them.

I spoke with Lenny too and we made peace.  After Sharon Finkelstein died and he paid a shiva call he realized that when he told Stacey how nice the psychopath was and she set him straight that I was telling the truth.

I hope today will be calm too and I will live in the moment.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FRIEND KAREN

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me my friend Karen.

Last night instead of waking and thinking about him or my mother, I turned on the television and went back to sleep.

Today I'm going to just think a positive thought if something negative floats in.

I am grateful to the Almighty for these insights.

Thank you.

Monday, July 23, 2018

LAST DAY ON EARTH

I am grateful to the Almighty because each day I read a selection in a book called SIMPLE HAPPINESS by JIM RYAN.

This weeks selection talks about picturing each day as if it were your last day on earth and you will be able to see things in perspective.

I was so happy to read this.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, July 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING ALIVE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am alive.

I am going to make each day count.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, July 21, 2018

STRENGTH TO BE THE NEW ME

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me the strength to begin to become the new me.

It will take time.

I must have patience.

Crying is good to help me to recover from the trauma of the  psychopathic/sociopathic/paranoid  creature.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, July 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for this beautiful new day.

I hope that it will be peaceful for me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, July 19, 2018

GRATEFUL TO THE ALMIGHTY FOR CHANGE

I am grateful to the Almighty for my ability to accept the changes in my life.

This is not easy.

Getting to the bottom of my traumas starting with that abusive mother that I had which led to my choosing an abusive, psychopathic, sociopathic, paranoid husband will be difficult.

It is my hope that I will be able to recover with the Almighty's help.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I CRY

I am grateful to the Almighty because I do cry from all the trauma in my entire life.

Life is becoming so much fun now that I really recognize the trauma that was in it all my life.
Yesterday I visited Remi and had a wonderful time with both of my guys.  Then I attended a Sisterhood Board Meeting.  Everyone was happy to see me.  None of this has ever happened to me before.  If he were alive none of this would be happening.

My life is sweet now.

I suffer from the trauma of the past.

I hope with the Almighty's help to one day be healed.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I AM CRYING

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am finally crying.

All my life I held in my feelings and developed strategies to cope with all the trauma that I was living though.  I never even thought about these parents once I left the house to go to school.

I felt that I had no choice.

As a child there was no one there that gave a damn about me. I existed in order to be abused.  I wanted to succeed, to be able to move away from them,  to meet my true love,  to have a career and children and everything that everyone else had.

When my mother said, "YOU LOOK LIKE THEM AND ACT LIKE THEM AND I WILL BREAK YOU," I thought that she failed.

She didn't.

When I met the psychopath I tied myself up in knots in order to be loved by him.  I again created strategies to deal with him.

Now they are all dead.

I am able to cry in sorrow and in mourning for the trauma of my life.  Each time that I cry it feels like a cleansing and I am grateful to the Almighty that I am finally facing what the three of them did to me.

I accept the fact that I am suffering from trauma and that I will heal with the help of the Almighty.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 16, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I AM IN RECOVERY

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun the recovery process.

I do get frustrated.

I know it is a slow process.  It took years for the trauma of my life to accumulate.

I will accept and move forward and take it day by day.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Sunday, July 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING ABOUT RECOVERY

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me Judith my therapist.

It was from her that I learned that I was suffering from trauma and am in recovery.

I am a strong and capable woman.

I know that with the Almighty's help I will move forward from this dark place and become myself. 

I survived for so many years.

I am capable.

I can become whole again with the Almighty's help.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, July 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING ABOUT MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have been going to therapy and Judith is helping me learn all about myself.

I have been suffering from PTSD all these years and am now in recovery.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, July 13, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR GOING TO THERAPY

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me to PLAINVIEW CARES who sent me to ALANA who sent me to JUDITH my therapist.

I have learned so much about myself and my life in the last eleven weeks.

I am not a person in grief.  That is why I found it difficult to mourn the psychopath/sociopath/hoarder.

I am in RECOVERY FROM TRAMA.

That makes so much sense because it encompasses my entire life.  I felt so relieved to know this that I slept through the entire night.

Thank you Almighty for sending me to therapy.

I am grateful.

Thursday, July 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY DETERMINATION

I am grateful to the Almighty for the determination that He has given me.

I will move forward.  I will recover.  I will have a life.

I will smile again.   I will be me.

I will not give up parts of myself for anyone.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is in my life and He helps me to keep going and improving and moving forward day by day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING ME

I am grateful to the Almighty because He made me the person that I am today.

I hope that the Almighty keeps me healthy and allows me to grow.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR REALIZING THAT HE IS OVER

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me Dom Noya who said to me yesterday, "HE IS GONE?  WHY ARE YOU TAKING HIM WITH YOU?

That really resonated with me and I am happy to tell you that it's over.

I need to move forward and enjoy my own life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am trying to live in the moment.

I have a great deal of anxiety and sadness but I am trying to live in the moment and not to give myself more tension.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, July 8, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am learning to live in the moment.....

I am learning slowly to have a new perspective on life. 

Today I woke up content.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Saturday, July 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY TEACHING ME ABOUT PATIENCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me the meaning of patience and my goal is to have more patience with myself as I move forward in my new life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, July 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW ROUTINES

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new routines that I am creating in my life.

It has not been easy.

It has been slow.

However slowly I am reading again.  I am walking again.  I am practicing yoga.  I am getting my nails and hair done too.  I have gone out to dinner with friends.  I am sitting with a little group at the pool.  I hang out with my brother.  I hav attended workshops at the library. I just went to a Current Events event at the library.  I am part of the evening minyan on some nights.  I attend services on the Sabbath.

I have volunteered at Plainview Cares to visit a homebound adult.  I have stuffed envelopes. I am on the list for a bereavement group.

I am on the board of my Sisterhood and will attend my first meeting on July 17th.  I'm going to be involved in the art tours.

I visit my girls, my grandson and son in law and boyfriend by using Plainview cab.

I am in therapy and learning a lot.

I take myself out for dinner too.

It's a new normal BUT it's a quiet and peaceful and stable life.

Did I have a different dream?

Of course!!!

However this is my new reality and it will keep me safe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, July 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR GETTING RID OF FALSE HOPE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is helping me bury the concept of false hopes.

I always knew that there was something wrong with him.  I just didn't know the words psychopathic and sociopathic and so I was always explain things to him to try and teach him.

Obviously it didn't work.  I am healing slowly from this. 

As far as the girls I have learned not to have false hopes with them.  I am learning who thy are and not to recreate them into people that I wish that I had.  It is working and it is giving me more time for me.  I admit that I feel guilty because I was brought up not to think of myself but that too was wrong.

Life has quieted down since I live in reality and I am grateful for this.

Thank you Almighty.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW ROUTINES

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to begin to create new routines in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the friends in my life.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 2, 2018

STRENGTH AND FORTITUDE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a person with strength and fortitude.

Thank you.

Sunday, July 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the many friends, family and caring people that I have in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, June 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SELF-LOVE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to love myself.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING THAT I AM A WORTHY PERSON

I am grateful to the Almighty because He sent me to yoga and to therapy and it is there that I am learning that I am a worthy person.....worthy of all the good in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, June 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SELF-CARE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to take care of me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SELF-WORTH

I am grateful to the Almighty because in going to practice yoga, the instructor spoke of developing feelings of self-worth.

This is what I intend to do to develop my self esteem.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW THINGS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the new things that are happening to me.

My brother is back in my life....................

I was asked to join the Art Tours for the next year at Sisterhood...........................

I enjoy the evening minyan at PJC..............................

My alarm is fixed...............................

Thank you Almighty for my new life.

I am grateful.

Monday, June 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new life that He has chosen to give to me.

M brother Stephen is back in my life.

I know how to deal with Hilary and Dana.

I have friends that are very supportive.

I am training myself to feel gratitude for my new life if I have a depressed thought.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all this.

Thank you.

Sunday, June 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR EACH NEW DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for each and every new day that is peaceful and quiet.

I am grateful for my health.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, June 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING ABOUT STILLNESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He sent me to yoga and it was there that I learned about the positive value of stillness in the middl of chaos.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 22, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT MY BROTHER IS BACK

I am grateful to the Almighty because my younger brother is back in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, June 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR POSITIVE PERCEPTIONS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the positive perceptions in my life.  I am happy that He taught me through yoga to change a negative perception into a positive one by positive affirmations.

That has helped me to move forward in the new normal that I am living.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT MY PAIN WILL END

I am grateful to the Almighty because I know that my pain will end and that I will have peace in my life.

He has led me to the evening minyan which is a wonderful end to a day.

He has led me to Plainview Cares to be able to volunteer, join a bereavement group and soon to visit a homebound individual.

Slowly my pain will end and there will be peace in my life thanks to the Almighty.

I am grateful for this.

Thank you.

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ABUNDANCE IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the joy and abundance that I feel in my new life.

I am human and therefore a part of me feels sad that he couldn't enjoy any of the things that the world had to offer.............that he couldn't have made this an amazing marriage and recognized me for who I am.  That was not to be because as I found out, he was a psychopath and a sociopath and paranoid and a hoarder.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the abundance that He has given to me.

I called the BOE yesterday and his pension which is retro and his TDA will be arriving at the end of the month.  It's not that he was generous.  I had to do a line item justification for everything that I bought that wasn't food or gas or at a pharmacy. It's just that he was trying to make sure that if he should die before me they would continue to pay out.

However, I will not have to be afraid to pay large bills because of this.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the abundance in my new life.  I am volunteering at the evening minyan at PJC.  I will also volunteer to make friendly visits to those in need.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Monday, June 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MAKING ROOM FOR NEW FEELINGS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am finally learning to recognize feelings and to let go of negative feelings to make space for new ones.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, June 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR PLAYTIME

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has created playtime in my life.

I have never had playtime. I have always worked or thought up strategies to keep myself safe.

My goal now is to learn to play.  This will take time as it is an entirely new concept and I'm sure that I will be uncomfortable with it.

It will be slow going BUT I have the Almighty by my side to assist me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am ready for this new concept and grateful for it.

Saturday, June 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING A WORK IN PROGRESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am a work in progress.

I will get better each day with the help of the Almighty.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 15, 2018

GRATEFUL AT FINDING OUT WHO I AM

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is helping me to begin the process to see who I really am.

I was abused by my parents and husband.................

It's now time to see who I am.  I know I am that strong and capable woman out in the world that didn't live in her own home.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Thursday, June 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING CONTENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun to find contentment in my new life.

I know that the Almighty has made sure that the pension and TDA are in place and will be here at the end of the month.

I do not have to worry about paying bills which was a big fear of mine.

I hope and pray to the Almighty that I will have joy and good health for years to come.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, June 13, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR WHAT I HAVE LEARNED

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me all these teachers in my time of need.

I have certainly learned how to live and to survive from them.

Occasionally I feel joy again and that is a wonderful feeling.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, June 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE TURN YOUR MIND TECHNIQUE AND OTHER THINGS

I am grateful to the Almighty because my friend Karen taught me the "turn your mind technique" and it helped me fall back asleep each time that I arose.

I am grateful to the Rabbi for speaking with me yesterday.

I am grateful for Michael, my CPA.

I am grateful for Dom, my financial planner.

In short, I am grateful for all the friends in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, June 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FRIEND KAREN

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has sent my friend Karen into my life to teach me so many things.

I would never have know the terms psychopath, sociopath, and radical acceptance if it weren't for her.  I would have spent my life trying to figure out what I could have said to make things better.  He was mentally ill and nothing would have helped.  I know that now.  I also know how I was brought up and why I never left.  I know now not to repeat the pattern.

The Almighty sent her to me in order to help me move forward.

It is for this that I am so grateful.

Thank you Almighty.

Sunday, June 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR RADICAL ACCEPTANCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because my girlfriend taught me about RADICAL ACCEPTANCE and I am going to make this a part of my life.

I have to learn to accept reality and move forward with my own life so that I will heal.

I know that it can be done.

It just takes work.

The Almighty will help me to be up to the challenge.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, June 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW REALIZATIONS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new realizations in my life.

I realized with the Almighty's help, that I am again tying myself up in rubber bands in order to please NOT HIM BUT THEM.

It's time to end that because it only causes me pain.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this realization.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 8, 2018

GRATEUL FOR MOVING FORWARD

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am moving forward with my new life.

It's a slow process but it is moving forward.

I am grateful for this.

Thank you.

Thursday, June 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR TRUSTING IN THE ALMIGHTY

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

I trust Him.

I know that He will keep me safe.

I know that what needed to fall away did in order for me to feel safe, calm and secure.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful for your continued love and protection.

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE END OF A SITUATION

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has ended the horrific situation that I was in.

It may sound cruel BUT there was no other way that it could have ended.  I know that I did the best possible job that I could do.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, June 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW THOUGHTS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He in his wisdom is putting new thoughts in my head and I am moving forward with my new life.

I am focusing on the breathe and my being too.

I am finding new things to do also.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, June 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR CHOICES

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me the ability to make choices that will help me to have less stress in my life.

I can choose to be peaceful and calm.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Sunday, June 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for my new life.

It is a life filled with calm and quiet.

It is a life filled with people who are returning to me and new people.

It is a life filled with blessings.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful for this new life.

May I continue to be healthy and happy to be able to enjoy it.

Saturday, June 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING A THOUGHT GO

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun to learn how to let thoughts go.

When I have an unpleasant thought, I acknowledge it without any emotion and let it go.

Thank you Almighty for allowing me to learn this.

It will help me to heal.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 1, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I WILL LIVE IN REALITY

I am grateful to the almighty because He has sent me a brother a daughter and a good friend that will help me to live in reality.

Each time I obsess about false dreams and illusions, I will STOP and bring myself back to the real world.

I am grateful that all the puzzle pieces are coming together so that I can live in reality.

I am grateful.

Thursday, May 31, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY INTELLIGENCE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the intelligence that He has given me.

It helps me to understand many things that make me depressed and change my point of view.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have learned to live in the moment and to appreciate it.

Each time that I find myself in the past, I ask myself, IF NOT NOW........WHEN? 

This helps me to become grounded in the present.

I am grateful for this Almighty.

Thank you.

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the new life that He has given me.

There are times that I feel sad and lonely.  However, then I remember what my life was like when he was alive and I accept life and I move on.

It's not easy but with the help of the Almighty, I'm working on it.

I know that the Almighty is always by my side.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, May 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY HEALTH

I am grateful to the Almighty for my health.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, May 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY STRENGTH

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a strong and capable woman that I am proud of.

This is the Memorial Day weekend.  Yesterday, my brother, his wife and my nephew Jonathan came over after Sabbath services to spend the afternoon.  I was grateful that I have reached a stage in my life when they are welcome in my home.

I went out for dinner.  I had Japanese food.  It was delicious.  I was grateful to be able to pay for it.

I am almost finished with my book and will be ready to start another one today.  

I am going to get a manicure/pedicure today.

I am ging to check to see if the library is open.  It's time to read again!!!!!

I am again going out to dinner.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a strong and capable woman.

Thank you.

Saturday, May 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR KNOWING WHO I AM

I am grateful to the Almighty because it is going to be a beautiful Memorial Day Weekend and I am going to enjoy every bit of it.

I am remembering as we do on Memorial Day exactly who I am.

I am a strong and capable determined woman.

I voice my opinions.

I am proud of me.

As we approach the actual day of Memorial Day, I will continue, with your help to remember and enjoy and be proud of who I am.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, May 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR STRENGTH AND COURAGE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the strength and courage that He has given me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, May 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SEEING THE GOOD IN THE DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to see the joy and the good in each day that I am alive.

I do not pity myself because I have had many successes.

Today I'm going to visit Hilary and Remi and have dinner there.

What a joyful experience.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW JOY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the new joy that I have found in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR RECONNECTING WITH MY FAMILY

I am so grateful to the Almighty because I have been reconnecting with my family.

My brother Stephen and my nephew Jonathan came to visit yesterday in the afternoon during the holiday of Shavout and today Hilary, Dana, Izzy and Remi will have dinner with their cousins Kevin, Jonathan and Ruthie.

Thank you Almighty for all of this.

I am grateful.

Monday, May 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE PEACE IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the quiet and peaceful life that I now have.

I really do appreciate it.

I don't miss the man BUT I miss the illusion of the man.

I  am grateful for the things that the Almighty has given me:  MY HEALTH,   MY GIRLS,  

CAREER, MY SYNAGOGUE,  THE ABILITY TO LOVE BOOKS, REMI, MY YOGA 

STUDIO, PLAINVIEW CAB AND SO MUCH MORE............

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, May 20, 2018

GRATEFUL TO APPRECIATE THE MOMENT

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun to appreciate the moment.

 Last night was the midnight service at PJC for the holiday of Shavout and I appreciated every moment including the chocolate cheesecake that I ate.  It was delicious.  I enjoyed the study session as well as sitting with friends.

 It's been hard suffering from PTSD as I do BUT I am trying to appreciate every moment and accept change and transition. 

 I am trusting in the Almighty because He has always been there for me.

 Thank you Almighty.

 I am grateful.

Saturday, May 19, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT IT'S SHABBOS

I am grateful to the Almighty because today is Shabbos and it is raining.

This will allow me to be still and to appreciate all the good and all the joy in my new life.

Tonight is also the beginning of the Shavout holiday.  There will be a light dinner and a study session at PJC which I will joyfully attend as me.  In years gone by I was always the woman alone,  the woman with the strange husband who did nothing with her.  Now I can just be me.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that I have.

Thank you.

Friday, May 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for each and every new day that I have.

I need to have more patience with myself as I move forward into my new life.

I know that the Almighty will help me with this.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, May 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR STRENGTH

I am grateful to the Almighty for the strength that He has given me in order to deal with the adversity in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THOUGHTS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I now have a deep understanding of my thoughts.

I can think about M.I.C.E. but have no emotion attached to it at all.  What's the point of opening an old scab?

I am grateful to the Almighty also because I drove to my dentist in New Hype Park and my bonding didn't break.  I do have to return to redo a filling.  I also drove home in thunderstorms.  I was very proud of me.

My life is changing for the better and I am grateful to the Almighty for these thoughts.

Thank you.

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE CALM IN THE MORNING

I am grateful to the Almighty for the calm and peace that I feel each more.

He is not here to upset me.

I don't need strategies.

I can breathe.

I can look forward to being in my house which is now truly my home.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, May 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A BEAUTIFUL MOTHER'S DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for the beautiful Mother's Day that I hosted.

I ordered from BAGEL BOSS and invited Hilary, Izzy, Remi, Shula, Ellie, and Ofer......Dana had a stomach virus and couldn't come.

Matzah was there also.

It was a wonderful day.  Everyone laughed, talked and got along.

It was a day that could never have happened if he were alive.  I'm making new memories.  However I couldn't help wishing that someone didn't have to pass on in order to create this beautiful day.   I knew intellectually and emotionally that that was ridiculous because it never would have happened if he were alive. I know emotionally and intellectually what he would have carried on with me.   

I imagine that until I make lots of new memories these thoughts will linger.

Thank you Almighty for the beginning of new and wonderful memories.

I am grateful.

Sunday, May 13, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING ABOUT SCABS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I learned about scabs this morning.

Just the same way that you don't pull off a scab to show a friend your injury, you don't discuss the evil creature if you wish to heal.

Thank you for this thought Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, May 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the friends that I have.

Thank you.

Friday, May 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SLEEPNG LATER

I am grateful to the Almighty because it's safe to sleep later and just to be home and enjoy it.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, May 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR JUDITH

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me Judith, my therapist who is helping me to figure out what he did to me and why.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to understand the grieving process.

It takes time.

It vacillates back and forth.

I know that with the help of the Almighty this grieving process will end.

I am not grieving the man at all. I am grieving the death of my dream.

That will be a slow process.

It will happen because I have faith that the Almighty will let it happen.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

GRATEFUL TO THE ALMIGHTY FOR ALL OF MY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

I am grateful to the Almighty for His help in everyone of my accomplishments.

I am grateful for the way that He created me as a strong and capable woman who is ready to tackle adversity.

I am grateful for my health.

I am grateful for my faith.

I am grateful for healthy children.

I am grateful TO BE in the moment.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all of this.

Thank you.

Monday, May 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW JOYS IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the almighty for the new joys in my life.

I am in the process of mourning and putting to rest the old images that never existed.

Thank you Almighty for letting me be myself.

I am grateful.

Sunday, May 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEGINNING TO LEARN WHO I AM

I am grateful to the Almighty because even though my mother did break my spirit when it came to dealing with the psychopath I had the misfortune to marry, I am beginning to understand who I am and to put myself back together again.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Saturday, May 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW JOYS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new joys that I am experiencing in my new life and the new people that I am meeting.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, May 4, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT STRATEGIES ARE GONE!!!!

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to rid myself of strategies to keep me safe.

It's over.

I am free to enjoy.

I am free to be me.

I am safe.

I am healthy.

I am happy.

I owe it all to the Almighty.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, May 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty for the moment.

I am healthy.

I am calm.

No one is harassing me, ignoring me, saying "NO" to me.

I am able to plan my own day and enjoy.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Wednesday, May 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new life that He has given me.

It is a life free of abuse.

It is a life free of strategies.

It is a life free of silence at home in order to be safe.

It is a life free of false dreams and illusions.

It is my new life.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has given me.

Thank you.

Tuesday, May 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW FUTURE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is giving me a new future filled with health, love and contentment.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, April 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY DAUGHTERS

I am grateful to the Almighty for giving me two daughters.  They have really stepped up to the plate for me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, April 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR TAKING CARE OF ME

I am grateful that the Almighty has taught me how to take care of myself.

Slowly I am learning this day by day.

I am grateful for this.

Thank you.

Saturday, April 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW ME

I am grateful to the Almighty because I practiced yoga.

The theme of the class was SPRING.

She talked about riding the grass of that which doesn't serve it and how new blossoms and flowers were waiting to emerge and be born.

I thought that it was like a re-birth.

That's me.

I am grateful to the Almighty for being able to hear this.

Thank you.

Friday, April 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE AND BEING

I am grateful to the Almighty because He is helping me to live in the moment and enjoy it.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Thursday, April 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING THAT I NEED TO TAKE CARE OF MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me come to the realization that I need to take care of myself.

If I don't do this who will do it for me?  The honeymoon period with those girls is over and it's time to take care of me.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this realization.

Thank you.

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FAITH IN THE ALMIGHTY

I am grateful to the Almighty and I have faith that He will get me through these dark times.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, April 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for my new life.

Even if the road at times is rocky, I know that I have the Almighty by my side.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, April 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY BROTHER

I am so grateful that my brother is back in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, April 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING HOW TO BREATHE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to learn how to breathe and to be.

I am learning to appreciate the peace and quiet that I have.

I am learning how to appreciate the simple pleasures of life.

I am learning how to look at the world in appreciation and peace.

I am learning how to appreciate what I have and not make up false dreams and illusions.

For this I am grateful.....

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, April 21, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT IT IS THE SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty because today is the Sabbath.

Thank you Almighty for the good week that I have been given.

I am grateful.

Friday, April 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW JOYS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the new joys in my life.

Sometimes I become afraid that they will be taken away from me.

Please Almighty don't let that happen.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Thursday, April 19, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FAITH

I am grateful to the Almighty because I know that with the Almighty's help life will get better each day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW JOURNEY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has played me on a new journey.

When I think of it in a positive way, I must admit that I am enjoying it.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, April 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE AND THE BEING

I am grateful that the Almighty is taking care of me and that I have the breathe and the being to carry on.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, April 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW JOYS

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new joys in my life.

I love Remi.

Dana and I spent the afternoon getting coffee and seeing the film, SARGENT SCRUFFY.

Jay and I spent a wonderful day at Belmont Park which is now on FACEBOOK.

I will be visiting Remi, Dana and Hilary on Thursday for dinner.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful for the new joys that you the Almighty have given me.

I hope that you will always watch over me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, April 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW JOY

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new joy in my life.

I hope that it continues.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, April 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO FORGIVE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am slowly learning to forgive him for that is the only way that I will free myself and move forward with my life and my new relationships.

I am grateful to the Almighty for hearing this in yoga.

Thank you.

Friday, April 13, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEGINNING TO EMBRACE THE JOURNEY

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have just begun to understand that I am at the beginning of a new journey and must embrace it.

I've not done that before but it's time to ease up on myself and begin and I will.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, April 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY BREATHE AND BEING

I am grateful to the Almighty for helping me and sending friends and family and the community to help me in my time of need.

I am grateful for my being and the breathe inside me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because of the new life that He has given me.

I cannot dwell in the past nor have a pity party for myself.

I must enjoy every new moment of my life.

It is because of all the horrible things that have happened to me that I became the woman that I am.

I love being me.

I am free.  I will not live with the "if onlys."

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR TAKING CARE OF ME

I am grateful to the Almighty for taking care of me.

I am grateful for the people like Dom Noya that He sends to help me.

I will listen to the Almighty all the days of my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, April 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A GOOD DAY

I am very grateful to the Almighty because today was an amazing day........the way it was before the needling and bantering......before he came into my life.

I practiced yoga.

I walked.

I went to the periodontist and got a clean bill of health.

It was calm, quiet and serene.

I am grateful to the Almighty for a wonderful day.

Thank you.

GRATEFUL FOR BREATHE IN.......BREATHE OUT.........LET GO!!!

I am grateful to the Almighty for this message in a Jimmy Buffet song and I am so grateful to be beginning a new day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, April 8, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW ACCOMPLISHMENTS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all of my new accomplishments and grateful that the Almighty walks by my side as I do them

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, April 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR OBSERVING PASSOVER

I am grateful to the Almighty because now that I am living in the "new-normal" which will soon be the normal for me I have had a lovely Passover.

I set up appropriately.  The children and grandchildren came to the seder.  I was able to visit Remi and Hilary.  I am so grateful for this.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, April 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY WONDERFUL FAMILY

I am grateful to the Almighty for my wonderful family.

I had a wonderful day visiting Remi and Hilary yesterday.  I enjoyed being hugged by Izzy.

I am beginning to enjoy my new life.

I wish that he had not been a psychopath and paranoid and a hoarder.  I wish that he had not been mentally ill so that we could have had a marriage instead of the sham we had.

However if this is my new life.......bring it on Almighty for many years.

I pray that I am healthy and happy to continue to enjoy all my blessings for many years to come.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, April 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SMILING

I am grateful to the Almighty because I smiled for the first time in a very long time.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE HELPERS THAT THE ALMIGHTY SENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the help that He gives me and all the helpers that He sends.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Tuesday, April 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY HEALTH

I am grateful to the Almighty for my health and I will not do anything to jeopardize that.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, April 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR PEACE, CALM AND QUIET

I am grateful to the Almighty for the peace, calm and quiet in my new life.

Thank you Almighty.

Sunday, April 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FAMILY AT THE SECOND SEDER

I am grateful to the Almighty because my entire little family came to the second Seder.

It was wonderful.

I feel so happy, content and peaceful.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, March 31, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO CHOOSE MY ATTITUDE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I practiced yoga today and heard the instructor say that we are free to choose our own attitudes.

I choose an attitude of peace and contentment.

I was filled with happiness when I attended the first Seder last night.  It was a joy to attend.  I felt so grateful.  I was peaceful and content.  I sate with my friends daughter and her family.  I did not fear speaking to anyone or being spoken to.  

Thank you Almighty for teaching me to choose my own attitude and be free.

I am grateful.

Friday, March 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY'S HELP

 I am grateful to the Almighty for all the help that He has given me during this difficult time in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, March 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY CHILDREN........

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped my daughters recognize my worth and goodness.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING GO.......

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to let go of that which doesn't serve me so that I can heal.

I spoke with my Rabbi this week who helped me a great deal to let go.

I took a Restorative Yoga class last night and learned that letting go gives you peace.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

GRATEFUL TO BE GROUNDED

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a balanced and grounded person.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, March 26, 2018

GRATEFULTO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ME

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have finally learned that I am responsible for ONLY me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, March 25, 2018

GRATEFUL TO BE IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have learned to live in the moment and breathe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, March 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING A STRONG AND DETERMINED WOMAN

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has created within me, a strong and capable woman.

He has helped me to overcome many obstacles.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, March 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE ON THE SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have a new life.

There is no one here to upset, ignore or needle and banter me.

I am enjoying my new life. I do feel guilty at times that he had to pass away in order for me to have peace.  This is why after the Passover holiday is over, I will be going to therapy.

Tonight I am celebrating the Sabbath.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, March 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE JOY OF THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty for the joy that I experience when I wake up in the morning.

I am slowly creating a new structure to my morning with new routines.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the joy that He allows me to see each day.

Thank you.

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE FRIENDS THAT I HAVE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me so many friends.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, March 20, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I APPRECIATE MY NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to appreciate my new life.

I will achieve simple happiness one step at a time.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, March 19, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT THE SUN SETS AND WILL RISE AGAIN

I am grateful to the Almighty because the sun has set on my old life and has risen on my new one.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to survive the abuse.

I hope that this new life will bring calm, quiet, peace and joy to me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, March 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING HONORED

I was grateful to the Almighty because I was honored as a Woman of Valor yesterday at the Plainview Jewish center.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, March 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE NEW NORMAL

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new normal that I am living.

I am alive.  I have family and friends that love me.  I will enjoy my life with the Almighty's help.

I will play.

Thank you Almighty for allowing me to survive.

I will approach the new normal with fear but you will be by my side to help me along the new road.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, March 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty for the beauty of the Sabbath and the rest it brings.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, March 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR NEW JOYS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the new joys that He has brought into my life beginning with Remi.

He is the Almighty's gift to me.

I am so grateful.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I WILL SEE MY GRANDSON TODAY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made it possible for me to see my grandson today.

I am going in Plainview Cab.  

I am so excited.

Thank you Almighty for this.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT THE ALMIGHTY WATCHED OVER ME

I am grateful to the Almighty for watching over me in my time of need.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, March 12, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT MY CHILDREN KNEW...................

I am grateful to the Almighty because my children knew what he was like........

I am grateful that I had a wonderful day with Dana.

I am grateful because on Wednesday I will be visiting Hilary and Remi by taxi cab.

Thank you.

Sunday, March 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE

I am grateful to the Almighty for my breathe and my being and that the Almighty is watching over me.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Saturday, March 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE LIGHT

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made the seasons and the seasons are changing from Winter to Spring.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the light.  It is becoming brighter outside and that will help my mood to change.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, March 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY'S HELP

I am grateful to the Almighty for His help in my new beginning.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Thursday, March 8, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW BEGINNING

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new beginnings in my life.

Thank you.

Wednesday, March 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A SNOW STORM

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has again brought a Nor'easter to the East Coast and it will give me a chance to be in the moment.

I did set up a structured list of things to do BUT I will be able to sit and breathe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, March 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the friends that I have in my time of need.

Thank you Almighty.  

This is a remarkable gift.

Monday, March 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR DANA

I am grateful to the Almighty for sending me my daughter Dana. 

We had a wonderful day yesterday and accomplished so much.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, March 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY FAITH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I have faith that He will always be there for me.  I am also grateful because He has taught me to have faith in myself.

Thank you.

Saturday, March 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A BLESSED SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty because it is the Sabbath and that He is watching out for me.

Thank you.

I am grateful.

Friday, March 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because in these trying times He is walking beside me.

Thank you!!

I am grateful.

Thursday, March 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR ACCEPTANCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because wherever I go I feel acceptance.

Thank you Almighty.  I am grateful.

Wednesday, February 28, 2018

GRATEFUL THE THE ALMIGHTY IS WATCHING OVER ME

I am grateful that in this difficult time in my life, the Almighty is watching over me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR ACCEPTING CHANGE

Although this is going to be the hardest thing that I have ever done,  the Almighty is going to help me to accept change and transition in my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, February 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SLOWING DOWN

I am grateful to the Almighty because within all of this turmoil,  I need to slow down.

I need to be a human being........not a human doin.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Sunday, February 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FAITH IN THE ALMIGHTY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He walks by my side and protects me.

May it always be so.

I am grateful.

Saturday, February 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR EACH NEW QUESTION

I am grateful to the Almighty because each new question has me moving forward in my new life as a widow.

I will begin to think positively and not cry.

I am grateful to the Almighty for learning this.

Thank you.

Friday, February 23, 2018

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FEELING THE ALMIGHTY'S LOVE FOR ME

I am so grateful that in my time of need that the Almighty walks beside me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, February 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY'S PROTECTION

I feel the Almighty everywhere and I am grateful for his protection.

Thank you Almighty.

Monday, February 19, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WHO ARE HELPING ME

I am grateful to all the friends and family who are helping me after my husband died.

I know that the Almighty has sent them to me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, February 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR MY STRENGTH

I am grateful to the Almighty because He made me a strong and capable woman.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, February 17, 2018

GRATEFUL THAT I AM A SURVIVOR

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has protected me all these years from abuse and it is over.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, February 16, 2018

GRATEFUL TO THE ALMIGHTY

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

I pray that he will continue to walk by my side and protect me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, February 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the breathe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, February 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING

I am grateful to the Almighty for my being.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, February 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE JOY OF LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am alive and I appreciate the joy of being alive.

Each day I find something to be grateful for.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, February 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FAITH

I am grateful for my faith in the Almighty.

I hope that the Almighty will always be there for me.

Thank you.

Saturday, February 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BALANCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I understand what balance is.

Each day I strive for balance in my life especially in times of trial and tribulation.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, February 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY IN MY LIFE

I am grateful for you Almighty being in my life.

May you always be there for me.

Thank you.

Thursday, February 8, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR PEACE AND QUIET

I am grateful to the Almighty for the peace and quiet that I am experiencing.

I am a strong and capable woman and I'm proud of me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, February 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING ABOUT SELF-LOVE

I am grateful to the Almighty because it was from Him that I am beginning to learn to love and take care of myself.

My generation learned that it was more important to take care of others however at this stage in my life it is more important to the care of myself.

Thank you Almighty for that revelation.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR SIMPLE HAPPINESS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me how to appreciate the simple happiness in my life.

I am able to look outside at the sun, at a cat, at Matzah the Dog and find simple pleasure in this.

I appreciate and am grateful for being and the breathe.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, February 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING BALANCED AND GROUNDED

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me to be balanced and grounded by doing my daily chores.

I am grateful that in this time of change and transition I know how to do this.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, February 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR JOY

I am grateful to the Almighty for the joy that I am finding in my new retired life.

I am grateful to the Almighty because even when the day has been particularly difficult,  I try to find one thing to be joyful about.

Thank you Almighty for my life.

I am grateful.

Saturday, February 3, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR STRENGTH

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a strong individual.

He has made me an individual who loves life and is able to squeeze the joy out of it.

He has made me an individual who doesn't cling and accepts change and transition.

That is my strength.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, February 2, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR "THIS IS ME"

I am grateful to the Almighty for helping me to develop good self-esteem despite all of the abusers that were in my life and the abuse that I suffered.

I am grateful for being proud of myself and announcing, "THIS IS ME."

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, February 1, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW PERSPECTIVE

I am grateful to the Almighty for helping me to change a negative perspective into a positive one so that I can have harmony and peace in my new life as Remi's grandma.

Thank you.

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING ORGANIZED

I am grateful to the Almighty because He created me as an organized person.

Yesterday, it snowed.  It wasn't supposed to stick.  It was to be a dusting.  We had 3-4 inches and Santos had to shovel us out.  I couldn't go to yoga so instead I decided to clean the entire house.   It cleared in the afternoon and I was able to go on all my errands as well as walk at The Home Depot because it all melted.   A miracle!!!!!

Today I will be visiting my new grandson.    There is walking, practicing yoga and chores to accomplish before that happens.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me an organized human being.

Thank you.

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR FOLLOWING MY DREAMS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He helped me to follow my dreams and I succeeded in many things and I am proud of myself.

I will continue to follow my dreams until the day that I die.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, January 29, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO BE IN THE MOMENT

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have learned to live and appreciate the moment most days.

This is a difficult house to live in and many times I am in the past or the future.

I try.

The Almighty is helping me to live in the moment.

For this I am grateful.

Sunday, January 28, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR GOOD HEALTH

I am grateful to the Almighty for the good health that I have enjoyed.

Yesterday it was warm and I was able to walk for over an hour outside.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He does for me.

Thank you.

Saturday, January 27, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEAVING BAGGAGE AT HOME

I am grateful to the Almighty because it was through practicing yoga that I learned to leave excess baggage at home.

This has made me free wherever I go.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Friday, January 26, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIFE'S DELIGHTS

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the new delights in my life especially visiting my new grandson Remi Nes. 

I can't seem to get enough of him.

I am grateful.

Thursday, January 25, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR EFFORT AND EASE

I am grateful to the Almighty for encouraging me to practice yoga.

It was through yoga that I learned that to achieve harmony and peace I need to have balance.

That can only be achieved through effort and ease.

I have learned to work as I usually do but also to relax.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE FREEDOM TO LET GO OF TOXIC THOUGHTS

I am grateful that the Almighty sent me to practice yoga.

It was there that I learned that I have the freedom to let go of toxic thoughts and so develop harmony, peace and balance in my life.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Tuesday, January 23, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR HARMONY, PEACE AND BALANCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am finally beginning to achieve balance in my life through harmony and peace.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, January 22, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING GO

 I am grateful to the Almighty for helping me to let go of that which doesn't serve me so that I can heal.

Thank you.

Sunday, January 21, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new day that He has given me.

I am my breathe and my being.

I will enjoy this day.

Today is my grandson's bris.   He is being named after my father and grandfather. 

It is truly a miracle.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, January 20, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING BALANCED

I am grateful to the Almighty because as I assess my life I realize how balanced I am.

In this season of change and transition when there is anger, angst and anxiety, I am balanced and grounded by doing my daily chores.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Friday, January 19, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING MY NEEDS

I am grateful to the Almighty because I finally understand what my needs are. 

I'm not ashamed of that.

I'm very proud.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, January 18, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR CHANGING PERSPECTIVES

I am grateful to the Almighty because I have begun to use the yogic expression, "change a negative perspective into a positive perspective by using positive affirmations  and so develop harmony and peace within my own life."

Thank you Almighty!!

I am grateful!!!!

Wednesday, January 17, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING MY TRUTH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I am living my truth and am proud of me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, January 16, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO LOVE MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because I am finally beginning to love myself.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, January 15, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING GO AND FINDING NEW JOYS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He led me to yoga and yoga has taught me to let go of that which doesn't serve me and to find new joys.

I am learning to appreciate my own life.

I have a new grandson.  I am finally a grandmother.  If I am lucky, I will find joy in him.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, January 14, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING STRONG AND CAPABLE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has created me as a strong, capable and invincible woman.

Thought my entire life these qualities were so needed.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, January 13, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR PRACTICING YOGA ON FRIDAY

I am grateful to the Almighty because I practiced yoga at my studio on Friday.

We spoke of giving oneself the gift of freedom.  To me that meant giving up negative thoughts that have brought me down.  It meant having the freedom not to live in the past or to think about past negative events in difficult times.

The gift of freedom is to change ones thought patterns.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, January 12, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LOOKING INSIDE MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because it was through yoga that I have learned to listen and become aware of my needs.

I have also learned to look inside myself so that I can become aware of what I need to stay healthy.

This is so important.

I am grateful to the Almighty for learning this.

Thank you.

Thursday, January 11, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR CREATING A SIMPLY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because in the yoga class that I practiced in, the instructor spoke about creating a simple life of joy.

I found that to be a wonderful, calm and peaceful idea for me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LOOKING INSIDE MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to look inside myself and to be aware of what my needs are.

I am learning to listen to my needs.

I breath because I know that I am my breathe and my being and I don't ruminate about my thoughts, moods or emotions.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, January 9, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LISTENING AND BE AWARE OF MY NEEDS

I am grateful to the Almighty because when I practiced yoga yesterday,  I added the word LISTEN to make a particular saying complete.

I AM NOW GOING TO LISTEN TO MYSELF AND BE AWARE OF MY NEEDS.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, January 8, 2018

GRATEUL FOR STRENGTH AND FORTITUDE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He made me a strong woman with a grateful deal of fortitude.

I am enjoying every breathe of my new life since I retired.  There may be roadblocks but I have managed to overcome everyone one of them and moved forward with joy in my life.

The snow has not disappeared completely and it is still cold outside.  However it's time for me to return to practicing yoga at my studio.  Yesterday I took a dry run around the area and t is do-able.

Thank you Almighty for making me a strong and capable woman and having faith in me.

I am grateful.

Sunday, January 7, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR STRENGTH AND INTELLIGENCE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me a very strong and intelligent woman.

In these cold days of Winter I have been able to figure out who I am and to appreciate, accept and move forward with my life.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, January 6, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR THE BREATHE AND THE BEING

I am grateful to the Almighty because although it is the Sabbath and I cannot go to services because of the frigid weather after the Bomb and Cyclone..............I am happy in the moment because I am grateful for my breathe and my being.

I will spend the day reading, breathing and being.  In a way this is like a test to see if I have absorbed all the yogic principles that I study.

I have!!!!!!

I will meditate too.

I am grateful to the Almighty for my breathe and my being.

Thank you.

Friday, January 5, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR BEING AWARE OF MY NEEDS

I am grateful to the Almighty because He sent me to yoga.

Obviously after the BOMB-CYCLONE and now the deep freeze I will not be at yoga for a while but I will return.

It was there that I learned to be aware of my needs.  It was there that I learned to let go in 2017 of what I didn't need and to move forward to 2018.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Thursday, January 4, 2018

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING GO OF THAT WHICH DOESN'T SERVE ME

I am grateful to the Almighty because in this year of 2018, I am letting go of that which doesn't serve me.  

I am leaving it in 2017.

The most important thing that I am letting go of are negative thoughts that make me the person that I am.

My intention is to breathe them away.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.