1. Even though I couldn’t be there, I have loved seeing the photos and watching the video of Ruth’s flash mob.

2. Doing what I can do, and not beating myself up for doing what I can’t do…like not being able to go even though I REALLY wanted to… <3

3. The way things happen the way they are supposed to, even when we don't understand it…

4. Being available when a friend wanted to talk…My husband and son were gone, so I had a whole hour to talk! I almost said uninterrupted, but the dog did interrupt a couple of times. Lol

5. A whole batch of dyes that are all winners…Usually there's a dud in a big batch. :)

6. My parents are meeting me on Saturday to help me sell my wares.

7. My husband is working so hard at school…These summer classes are a bear!

8. Using my time wisely

9. Planting marigolds in the garden…It drives Wayne crazy, but I love them!

10. Summer in Ohio

1. I love reading Ruth’s lists that are dedicated to specific individuals. I had to laugh at myself when I realized I could compose a whole list, just about things my dog does. I thought it best to include my son, too…They are quite a pair!

2. We got a chocolate lab puppy when Logan was four. He couldn’t stand her and her pointy little teeth, and asked many times if we could return her to her mother. I felt so bad, but it didn’t take long until they were best buddies.

3. He picked her name, Sugaree. It is a Grateful Dead song. He’s not much into their music anymore, so I sometimes wonder what he would name a new dog. Eleanor Rigby, maybe?! <3

4. Sugaree knows just how to work every member of the family.

5. Every night when Logan is ready for bed, he calls down "I'm ready!". Sugaree perks up because she knows it's time to go tuck him in. Mom and Dad give hugs and kisses and then it's time for her kisses. Sometimes the two of them get carried away, and we have to put a stop to it!

6. Most mornings she comes with me to wake him up. She likes to jump up in his bed and lay on him and nibble him until he gets up. She is a big dog, weighing only about 10 lbs less than him. :)

7. The mornings that we don't wake him, she lounges at the bottom of the stairs and springs into action when she hears him stirring. With a wagging tail she waits to smother him with love…

8. I never had a dog before, and I didn't know that I would love her immediately and as much as I do. Watching her and Logan grow up together is so much fun!

9. When Logan and his friends play outside, Sugaree is very aware of them.

10. The love of a boy for his dog…and the love of a dog for her boy.

1. A fairly easy day, after a long couple of days…

2. The music festival was a success. There are many more of my creations out in the world! Logan was also successful, selling his cookies for the first time. I am so proud of him!

3. I do get wrapped pretty tight before a show, but once my booth is set up and the people start coming, I am in heaven!

4. This was the first time that I set up without the help of my husband’s help. I CAN do it. :)

5. Thinking about where I’ll go next…

6. Catching up with a few days worth of lists…I am so grateful for all who share their gratitude. What a gift this site is!

7. Using my lousy, rotten experiences to help someone else…

8. Listening

9. I am getting very close to my goal weight!

10. Now. Sipping coffee in my jammies, watching Logan build Legos, my dog at my feet, the sound of the washer and dryer going…I’m grateful for every bit of it. <3

1. Fighting the urge to be overwhelmed when there’s a lot going on

2. Having things (kind of) together

3. Wayne’s understanding of my mindset the day before a show…and the first one of the year <3

4. My house looks like a tie-dye factory exploded. Well, I guess it kind of did!

5. Taking the time to bake cookies with Logan

6. My mom called to say that she and my dad are coming and my brother is coming, too.

7. Another local tie-dyer and I are going to set up together, so we should be quite a spectacle. :)

8. Seeing young people getting out there and doing big things to try and make our community better

9. Planning what I'm going to eat…I like to be prepared!

10. Walking in love

1. Catching up…Finally!!!

2. Laughing and giggling like crazy

3. More laughing and giggling

4. More conspiring…How fun!

5. A warm reminder that my husband is more kind than I give him credit for

6. Walking and talking with Logan and the dog…Without fail, our best conversations happen while walking.

7. Cancelling a dreaded appointment…Yay!!!

8. Carpooling

9. Our garden…It’s coming along slowly but surely.

10. Logan and Ellie having ice cream for dinner…As someone who is passionate about food, I must admit that this pains me. As Logan would say “There’s more of that good parenting”. Lol Man, do I love that boy!!!

1. Monday. I like Mondays. It’s a good day for getting things done around the house, which is a fabulous way to start the week.

2. My husband is at school and my son is at a friend’s house, so it’s just me and my dog for a little while. I enjoy alone time, but I will also enjoy them coming home.

3. Not letting myself get overwhelmed. It is what it is. It sounds so simple, but it’s not!

4. Saying hard truths without being hurtful

5. Reading all the wonderful gratitude lists…It’s so uplifting!

6. Expanding consciousness

7. Good ideas

8. The Beatles…Seriously. Logan and I have so much fun listening to their music! I know their songs will always remind me of him, and hopefully they will always remind him of me. <3

9. Hugs. Lots and lots of hugs.

10. Balance. I haven't found it yet, but I feel like I'm getting closer all the time!

1. Being okay with what is…

2. The chance to tell people how much they mean to you

3. The opportunity to show my art

4. Being inspired to try something new

5. A happy email…My message sent through the universe was received!!!

6. My dog

7. Scheduling Logan’s assessment

8. Mint tea

9. Conspiring

10. Love

1. Quiet mornings

2. Wayne took Logan to a swim meet, and I decided to stay home. I am grateful for text messaging, so they can keep me up to speed on what’s happening.

3. Solitude. Much needed time to just be… <3

4. I am grateful that my family understands that I have to take care of myself. Logan will be glad to come home to a mom who is refreshed. (And maybe some strawberry shortcake!)

5. My dog…She seems to enjoy the quiet morning as much as I do (as long as she's had her breakfast).

6. Deep, deep gratitude in the midst of heartache

7. Sharing my art

8. Daily talks with my mom

9. Much needed rain…even though it's put a damper on my planting plans :)

10. Sending a message through the universe

1. I am so grateful that I was able to spend some time with Ruth, and to meet her awesome husband!

2. It was extra special because Kylia was there. I was hoping she would be!

3. Wayne and Logan came with me and we ate lunch at The Barn…I haven’t been there in 20 years!

4. Reading old Good Lists! I’ve missed the chocolate lab that Crystal drew for me!!!

5. My dear friend Lucy. <3 She told me about Good List Daily…AND she suggested that I talk to Ruth about homeschooling.

6. I don't know if I can adequately express the profound gratitude that I feel for all that has transpired since I took that advice and messaged Ruth to ask her about homeschooling…That was April of 2010. I took Logan out of school and have been successfully facilitating his education. It has been pure bliss. It's been such a gift to have Ruth as a cheerleader, always there to share in our joys and to ease our fears.

7. Showing Wayne and Logan where I went to school

8. The way Logan understands and comforts me

9. Keeping anxiety in check for the long drive…

10. Coming home to a happy dog <3

1. Planting tomatoes

2. Slow but sure progress

3. Being barefoot in the grass

4. My little Mantis tiller

5. The impressiveness of the sky

6. The first strawberries of the season…So good!

7. Two people stopped to compliment our garden while I was out pulling weeds. :)

8. Happy music

9. Logan gaining more independence…It’s bittersweet, but I’m so proud of him!

10. A fun tour of the local airport