Once again I have been gone too long. But I am happy to see those of you I know and love, and also happy to see new people who have joined.
Thankfully I work part time because this teaching on line has been quite challenging. In some ways it’s easier because I am home, no commute, no behavior problems, but also no hugs, smiles, and the excitement of the little ones and of preteens.
Using the computer for everything is quite challenging and I have so much still to learn. I will say it again. Using the computer so extensively has been quite challenging, but I am continuing to learn.
The covid 19 up to this time has not been hard on my husband or myself. I am certainly very wary of it and mostly stay at home. Having to stay home has not bothered me so much which is telling I think of my introverted nature.
I have been enjoying photography quite a bit and do a lot of posting on Instagram which I enjoy very much.
Today Is our common prayer Tuesday. I remember Ursula with much love and still pain in my heart. On this day I am grateful for many things. My husband, who is not working, has been home with me and has been so much more relaxed since he stopped working. I am grateful for our time together.
My cat Marvin has developed kidney disease but I give him medication and he is eating well and doing pretty well, He has become more vocal and has a good bit to say to me, especially if I think I am going to sleep in or delay his dinner time or deprive him of snack time. I feel very close to him now, as I always do when a beloved animal is not well. He knows I am taking care of him and I can tell he appreciates it.

So my procrastinating nature has caught up with me as of late and I have a list of things to do, as I always do, but I am accomplishing many things as I have run out of time and have to get much delayed yuck projects out of the way.
But I am grateful these days for my life. The weather has been so beautiful and not really hot yet. Although it is still hard to get this couch potato up and moving, I have enjoyed being out taking pictures. It’s time for an upgrade on my old iPhone camera. It will also be nice to have a phone that actually works. If someone calls me on this phone I can hear them but they have a hard time hearing me.
So I am just grateful these days, a welcome feeling and one I do make an effort to cultivate.
Diane, I know you love clouds. I have been photographing clouds frequently. They are among my favorite things to photograph if not my favorite. I will try to post a few pictures later today..
I have missed this group of friends and will try not to be such a stranger,
I send out love to everyone dealing with the pain, the loss, and the worry of covid 19. I send out my love to each and everyone in the Gratefulness Community.
Peace, gentleness, and much love,
Mary

Hi Anna. The soft power of humble things. Yes. So true.
Anna, I have thought of you so many times over the last few months.
How are you doing, dear Anna? Is your family well? Are your sons still living with you?
I want you to know that even though I haven’t been around lately I still care so much about you and frequently wonder how you are doing. I’m glad you are able to continue with your singing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my heart. You are so good and so especially kind, Anna.
I am just so sorry for all that you have been through. I am sending my love to you and your family.
Love and peace my friend,
Mary

Thank you for your beautiful response to me Cathy!!
I love validation. It always feels so good when I spend time with people that I relate to. It just feels good to belong.
I feel very comfortable being myself in this group.. I never feel judged here. It seems like no matter what I say (and sometimes I may say too much) I am always met with kindness. That is my favorite thing about being here. I have never been with a kinder group of people.
I am glad you are here Cathy and happy to call you my friend.
Mary