(Not) The Last Grateful Day

[manoah]

Day 30 - What talent or skill do you have that you are grateful for?

Easy. I'm a good cook. I can feed my family. I'm not a chef nor do I aspire to be one, but I can cook like nobodies business. And bake too I can.

This has been a good meme for me, keeping me busy, keeping me posting. I hope to continue with posting every day.

This meme has taught me (showed me?) to be grateful for the little things as well as the big ones. One thing I've taken away from all this is that, despite all the drama and tumult, mom taught me a great deal. She did the best she could and I appreciate it all. So, thanks mom.

It was bitterly cold yesterday and His Lordship only got about 2/3 of the way finished putting the rope lights up. I'm okay with that. He was properly impressed when it got dark and he saw how they were going to look. I could have said, "Told you.", but opted to smile enigmatically. Heh. I finished my limited card list too.

We watched a really good Netflix movie last night, Dumplin'. I recommend it!

Today is finish up the lights, get the wrapping paper down, put the decorating boxes up. I'm making Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup for dinner. Hopefully the kids show up. I never know!

I'm off and I wish you all a wonderful Sunday!

Comments

[jerusha]

I'll have to check that movie out. I read the book, and really enjoyed it.

[manoah]

I've had loads of people tell me I need to read the book (and the sequel!), so I shall endeavor to do so!

You'll like the the move!

[debris4spike]

I aim to do this meme in the new Year, as it seems a lovely one.

[manoah.livejournal.com]

It really is. I imagine it'll be a good one for next year as well!

[curiouswombat.livejournal.com]

It has been a good meme - and especially so for helping you focus back on the mom she was rather than the dependant old lady she had become.

Both you and I have been fortunate to have mothers who gave us a love of good cooking and baking.

[manoah.livejournal.com]

Exactly so. It's easy to get mired in the daily shenanigans and lose sight of the big picture.

We are very lucky ladies!

[eurydice72.livejournal.com]

Since you enjoyed the movie, if you haven't read the book, "Dumplin," I highly recommend it. I got the chance to meet the author and get a signed copy the year it came out, and it's just delightful. I've been excited about watching the movie ever since I saw the first trailer. It's good to hear it's worth it!

[manoah.livejournal.com]

You are not the first person who has told me to read the book! It's on my list! I love that you have a signed copy!

[snogged.livejournal.com]

This has definitely been a great meme for you.

I have Dumplin' saved to my queue. I'm looking forward to it!

[manoah.livejournal.com]

Thank you! And I appreciate your comments! Truly!!