Today I'm Reminded: 366 Days to Mindfulness and Awakening
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T.J. has decided to share the second book she released entitled, Today I'm Reminded: 366 Days to Mindfulness and Awakening, here on her website to allow visitors an opportunity to experience some daily reminders to help bring peace to their lives. Each of these daily reminders are designed to remind us of the simple things we take for granted often, yet when observed, have the ability to bring joy, peace and laughter with ease. T.J. hopes you are able to resonate with many of these daily reminders, and that you might even find a few favorites along your way.
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Acknowledgements
A special thanks to Elli O’Carroll for always encouraging me to do what it is that I came here to do. Thank You!!
Dedicated
To all who seek to be, “Better Than You Used to Be!”
Today I’m Reminded:
366 Days to Mindfulness and Awakening
By: T.J. Christoff
Day 1
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s none of my business what anyone else thinks of me.
Day 2
Today I’m Reminded:
Another's opinion of me is a reflection of who THEY are, in that moment on their journey, rather than of who I am.
Day 3
Today I’m Reminded:
Joy and cynicism are both contagious. Everyone infects the world with one or the other.
Day 4
Today I’m Reminded:
None of us are the same person today that we were yesterday...or even five minutes ago, for that matter.
Day 5
Today I’m Reminded:
Patience is indeed, a virtue!
Day 6
Today I’m Reminded:
It takes fewer muscles to smile than it does to frown.
Day 7
Today I’m Reminded:
When you give a hug away, you almost always get one in return!
Day 8
Today I’m Reminded:
Forgiving others for wrong doing or perceived wrongs done, sets all involved, free.
Day 9
Today I’m Reminded:
Love, true love, is NEVER conditional.
Day 10
Today I’m Reminded:
We are ALL connected. What I do to you, I do to myself, be it positive or negative, good or bad.
Day 11
Today I’m Reminded:
Something as simple as a smile or a kind word can change the course of someone's life, FOREVER!...
Day 12
Today I’m Reminded:
Laughter is contagious!
Day 13
Today I’m Reminded:
How important it is to take time out to truly appreciate all of the simple things in life.
Day 14
Today I’m Reminded:
Life is a journey, not a race...that's why there are so many flowers to stop and smell along the way!
Day 15
Today I’m Reminded:
I seldom need to set my alarm clock…as long as I have a dog around to wake me up!
Day 16
Today I’m Reminded:
Why mom ALWAYS said, "MOVE things when you vacuum!"
Day 17
Today I’m Reminded:
Sometimes it's nice to ask for help.
Day 18
Today I’m Reminded:
How precious life is.
Day 19
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the joy that can come from being receptive to meeting someone new!
Day 20
Today I’m Reminded:
To appreciate the gift of having hot water to bathe in.
Day 21
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS keep the faith!
Day 22
Today I’m Reminded:
To accept others just as they are, right where they are!
Day 23
Today I’m Reminded:
Everything happens exactly as it's supposed to, exactly when it's supposed to, whether I like, or understand it, or not.
Day 24
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I appreciate electricity.
Day 25
Today I’m Reminded:
In a flood, it's nice to be living on high ground!
Day 26
Today I’m Reminded:
I have been Blessed!
Day 27
Today I’m Reminded:
To appreciate the value of a good night's rest.
Day 28
Today I’m Reminded:
Disappointments and pain, like joy and love, are the ingredients for growth.
Day 29
Today I’m Reminded:
Being positive is a choice!
Day 30
Today I’m Reminded:
It's more important to be honest and forthright, than it is to be accepted by others.
Day 31
Today I’m Reminded:
Why loving animals is often so much easier than loving people.
Day 32
Today I’m Reminded:
How good it feels to laugh.
Day 33
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance of letting my guard down, sometimes.
Day 34
Today I’m Reminded:
Impatience leads to stress, and stress to anxiety.
Day 35
Today I’m Reminded:
Music is food for the soul...it’s supper time!
Day 36
Today I’m Reminded:
When I judge others, I invite judgement upon myself.
Day 37
Today I’m Reminded:
How real the dream state can feel.
Day 38
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it feels to hug another person…or a dog!
Day 39
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the joy that comes from loving a dog and the pain that comes with letting one go.
Day 40
Today I’m Reminded:
How sweet it is to wake up to puppy kisses.
Day 41
Today I’m Reminded:
That I can't remember when I last had a bath without a puppy standing by the bathtub...just in case!
Day 42
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it feels to receive special surprises from people who
love me.
Day 43
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the sweetness in the sound of a new born puppy nursing.
Day 44
Today I’m Reminded:
To let God sort out the details.
Day 45
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the simple, carefree existence of children playing on a playground.
Day 46
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the joy that comes from having made a positive impact in a little girl’s life.
Day 47
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the memories that come from listening to vinyl records on a turntable!
Day 48
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I love my heritage.
Day 49
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the sweetness which exists in watching an adult hold the hand of an elderly person, while walking beside them.
Day 50
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the simple pleasure that can only come from finding a shopping cart, with wheels that turn smoothly!
Day 51
Today I’m Reminded:
Everyone makes mistakes…and that’s okay!
Day 52
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance and significance of making my bed, every single day!
Day 53
Today I’m Reminded:
It only takes a single candle to bring light to the darkest of rooms.
Day 54
Today I’m Reminded:
Life is EXACTLY what I choose to make of it!
Day 55
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the gift that is being open, to being reminded.
Day 56
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I appreciate the warmth of the sun.
Day 57
Today I’m Reminded:
Being able to wake up early on my Birthday is actually a Blessing!
Day 58
Today I’m Reminded:
Dogs Bless us with the gift of showing us what it means to love unabashedly.
Day 59
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it is to feel loved!
Day 60
Today I’m Reminded:
How enjoyable it is to soak in a warm bath!
Day 61
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance of remaining focused.
Day 62
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I love spring time.
Day 63
Today I’m Reminded:
To both listen to, and to trust my intuition.
Day 64
Today I’m Reminded:
Being gregarious is a choice that often results in pleasurable encounters.
Day 65
Today I’m Reminded:
To allow myself to appreciate rainy days.
Day 66
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time out to appreciate the sound of a snoring puppy.
Day 67
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the Importance of Mindfulness.
Day 68
Today I’m Reminded:
Kindness really is a wonderful gift!
Day 69
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for the simple things in life.
Day 70
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the value of believing in myself!
Day 71
Today I’m Reminded:
Integrity means doing what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Day 72
Today I’m Reminded:
To embrace my child within!
Day 73
Today I’m Reminded:
Every day is a Blessing…even the difficult ones!
Day 74
Today I’m Reminded:
There is seldom a love found that is as unconditional as that of a Dog.
Day 75
Today I’m Reminded:
How important it is to follow my dreams.
Day 76
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it is to feel emotionally supported by people who truly care.
Day 77
Today I’m Reminded:
I get to CHOOSE how I react or respond to the things that happen in my life.
Day 78
Today I’m Reminded:
To never stop believing in myself!
Day 79
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it feels to sleep in, sometimes!
Day 80
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for the gift of each of the five senses.
Day 81
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I appreciate the gentle purring of a kitten.
Day 82
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS CHOOSE to do and be my VERY BEST!
Day 83
Today I’m Reminded:
It takes great strength and courage to allow yourself to be vulnerable!
Day 84
Today I’m Reminded:
To allow myself to BE INSPIRED!
Day 85
Today I’m Reminded:
To embrace my Divine uniqueness!
Day 86
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the beautiful energy that is, ALL THINGS!
Day 87
Today I’m Reminded:
We are all just trying to find our path in this world.
Day 88
Today I’m Reminded:
That the things that make us different, are drastically and significantly less important, than the things that make us the same!
Day 89
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s a Brand New Day. It can either be a good day or a bad day...it’s up to me; and I CHOOSE to make it a good day!
Day 90
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time out to play!
Day 91
Today I’m Reminded:
I am right where I am supposed to be, at this point on my Life’s Journey…and so are YOU!
Day 92
Today I’m Reminded:
How important it is to maintain a sense of humor!
Day 93
Today I’m Reminded:
That it’s okay and healthy to laugh at myself, at least once every day.
Day 94
Today I’m Reminded:
Reflection creates a peaceful soul and a loving heart.
Day 95
Today I’m Reminded:
I am the author of my own story. I get to CHOOSE between the role of the victim, or that of the Super Hero…I CHOOSE the Super Hero!
Day 96
Today I’m Reminded:
Often it is our greatest mistakes that hold within them our greatest lessons!
Day 97
Today I’m Reminded:
In every situation in life, there is something to be learned, if I will allow myself to be open to the lessons.
Day 98
Today I’m Reminded:
Trust might not always be easy, but it is simple.
Day 99
Today I’m Reminded:
Nothing gets accomplished on good intentions alone!
Day 100
Today I’m Reminded:
No one can MAKE ME feel anything I don’t choose to feel.
Day 101
Today I’m Reminded:
To NEVER allow anyone else’s opinion of me, to define my character or how I see myself!
Day 102
Today I’m Reminded:
That EVERYONE has a purpose in this world, even if I may not understand what that purpose is.
Day 103
Today I’m Reminded:
There is nothing kind about sarcasm.
Day 104
Today I’m Reminded:
Fear, like time, is an illusion…and I have no time for illusions!
Day 105
Today I’m Reminded:
We are all in different classrooms on our journeys through life...and that’s perfectly okay!
Day 106
Today I’m Reminded:
I signed up for the experiences of this lifetime, long before I was even here to experience them.
Day 107
Today I’m Reminded:
Random acts of kindness don’t have to be random at all…they can be the normal daily course of action!
Day 108
Today I’m Reminded:
That we are all connected…what I do to you, I do to myself!
Day 109
Today I’m Reminded:
To embrace all of Life’s challenges with a sense of enthusiasm and adventure!
Day 110
Today I’m Reminded:
How calming it is to wake up to the sound of birds chirping.
Day 111
Today I’m Reminded:
Of how wonderful it feels to put on a clean sweatshirt, right out of a warm dryer!
Day 112
Today I’m Reminded:
How beautiful rainbows are.
Day 113
Today I’m Reminded:
To always be thankful.
Day 114
Today I’m Reminded:
To appreciate the little things in life.
Day 115
Today I’m Reminded:
To meditate often.
Day 116
Today I’m Reminded:
That I can achieve any goal I set for myself!
Day 117
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the miracles of nature.
Day 118
Today I’m Reminded:
I’m perfect, just as I am!
Day 119
Today I’m Reminded:
Silence can be a Blessing, or it can be deafening.
Day 120
Today I’m Reminded:
That “It All” matters!
Day 121
Today I’m Reminded:
To always remain humble.
Day 122
Today I’m Reminded:
To listen more often than I speak.
Day 123
Today I’m Reminded:
That I do not have all the answers, and that’s okay.
Day 124
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s often better to teach someone how to fish, rather than to feed them a fish.
Day 125
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time to truly listen to the wisdom of an elderly person.
Day 126
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the innocence of a child.
Day 127
Today I’m Reminded:
To do something creative, every day.
Day 128
Today I’m Reminded:
To allow myself to be silly.
Day 129
Today I’m Reminded:
To pay attention to detail.
Day 130
Today I’m Reminded:
To take a break from social media from time to time.
Day 131
Today I’m Reminded:
To be thankful for my friends and family.
Day 132
Today I’m Reminded:
That I am entitled to believe as I choose...and so are you!
Day 133
Today I’m Reminded:
Having a job to go to every day is a gift.
Day 134
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it is to sleep on clean sheets.
Day 135
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the carefree nature of animals.
Day 136
Today I’m Reminded:
Life is a journey, not a race.
Day 137
Today I’m Reminded:
To always make an opportunity to show kindness.
Day 138
Today I’m Reminded:
That just because I don’t agree with you, doesn’t make me right and you wrong.
Day 139
Today I’m Reminded:
People come into our lives for a Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime...and each one is just as important as the next!
Day 140
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the peaceful sound of a bonfire.
Day 141
Today I’m Reminded:
Not to take myself or life too seriously.
Day 142
Today I’m Reminded:
My thoughts create my reality!
Day 143
Today I’m Reminded:
If you are not going to be a positive influence in my life, then there is no room for a permanent place for you in my life!
Day 144
Today I’m Reminded:
To create joyful moments every single day!
Day 145
Today I’m Reminded:
To always do my best to set a good example for others.
Day 146
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS buy lemonade from a child who has set up a lemonade stand!
Day 147
Today I’m Reminded:
To be gentle in both my words and my deeds!
Day 148
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance of forgiveness…forgiveness of others and of myself!
Day 149
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the fun of sledding after a heavy snowfall.
Day 150
Today I’m Reminded:
To allow myself to take a nap from time to time.
Day 151
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for my memories…both the pleasant and the painful.
Day 152
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for all miracles, both seen and unseen, known and unknown.
Day 153
Today I’m Reminded:
That not everyone will look at life and circumstances the same way that I do…and that is perfectly fine!
Day 154
Today I’m Reminded:
That just because I don’t understand why something is the way it is, does NOT make it stupid or of no value.
Day 155
Today I’m Reminded:
To always believe in myself, even if no one else appears to believe in me.
Day 156
Today I’m Reminded:
To allow myself to feel deeply and completely.
Day 157
Today I’m Reminded:
That there is no shame in crying…even over the proverbial, spilled milk!
Day 158
Today I’m Reminded:
That I am perfectly capable of making my own decisions.
Day 159
Today I’m Reminded:
On the surface, we are all different, but at our very core, we are all infinitely, the same.
Day 160
Today I’m Reminded:
I do not have to prove anything, to anyone!
Day 161
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time to daydream.
Day 162
Today I’m Reminded:
To slow down, sometimes.
Day 163
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS be honest…even when doing so could result in a minor or a significant loss.
Day 164
Today I’m Reminded:
No one is perfect!
Day 165
Today I’m Reminded:
Without the failures, we would not appreciate the successes as much.
Day 166
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS present my authentic self to the world, even if it means being rejected or misunderstood by others.
Day 167
Today I’m Reminded:
To never allow fear to control my thoughts or actions.
Day 168
Today I’m Reminded:
I have the same DNA as the Creator of all things, GREAT and small!
Day 169
Today I’m Reminded:
To breathe my way through the difficult times.
Day 170
Today I’m Reminded:
That healing seldom comes without first experiencing some pain.
Day 171
Today I’m Reminded:
That coloring isn’t just for kids!
Day 172
Today I’m Reminded:
That I am grateful for food and water.
Day 173
Today I’m Reminded:
To always do my best to keep my promises.
Day 174
Today I’m Reminded:
I don’t have to have “things” to be happy.
Day 175
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time out to appreciate the beauty of a wild flower.
Day 176
Today I’m Reminded:
To always be willing to admit when I’m wrong.
Day 177
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To genuinely listen to the thoughts and ideas of a child.
Day 178
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS stand up to bullies, regardless of the circumstances.
Day 179
Today I’m Reminded:
That it is important to always give credit, when and where, credit is due.
Day 180
Today I’m Reminded:
To always be mindful of the feelings of others.
Day 181
Today I’m Reminded:
To read a good book.
Day 182
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the beauty of a sunset.
Day 183
Today I’m Reminded:
To remain true to myself!
Day 184
Today I’m Reminded:
To embrace my soul’s purpose!
Day 185
Today I’m Reminded:
We all struggle, sometimes.
Day 186
Today I’m Reminded:
I don’t have to understand the “why” behind everything that happens in life.
Day 187
Today I’m Reminded:
It only takes a little bit of faith, to move a mountain…if you truly believe!
Day 188
Today I’m Reminded:
The ocean tides, as grand as they are, cannot escape the effects of the moon’s gaze.
Day 189
Today I’m Reminded:
Time is not linear…past, present and future, are all happening right now, in this very moment!
Day 190
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s not you, it really is ME!
Day 191
Today I’m Reminded:
I’m not responsible for how or what others choose to feel about me.
Day 192
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance of reflecting on past hurts, for the purpose of growth.
Day 193
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Life is a process of learning lessons, and then applying the knowledge gained!
Day 194
Today I’m Reminded:
To never be afraid of being vulnerable.
Day 195
Today I’m Reminded:
We all have a purpose in this world.
Day 196
Today I’m Reminded:
That when I change the way I look at things, the things I look at change.
Day 197
Today I’m Reminded:
To always try to treat others even BETTER than I would like to be treated…to set a positive example.
Day 198
Today I’m Reminded:
To sing like no one is listening!
Day 199
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for the tiniest of creatures, and the LARGEST of beasts, for they are all important!
Day 200
Today I’m Reminded:
It takes very little effort for me to encourage others, but it might mean a lot to them.
Day 201
Today I’m Reminded:
To search the skies at night for shooting stars, that I can make a wish upon.
Day 202
Today I’m Reminded:
How much I enjoyed Saturday morning cartoons as a child.
Day 203
Today I’m Reminded:
How much fun playing with sidewalk chalk can be.
Day 204
Today I’m Reminded:
That working on a farm is good, honest, hard work.
Day 205
Today I’m Reminded:
That I love the feel of beach sand between my toes.
Day 206
Today I’m Reminded:
I get to choose how I will respond to unkind people…and I choose to be kind!
Day 207
Today I’m Reminded:
To greet strangers with a smile.
Day 208
Today I’m Reminded:
Keeping a positive attitude is a choice.
Day 209
Today I’m Reminded:
To be respectful of others.
Day 210
Today I’m Reminded:
That there are many people who are less fortunate than I am.
Day 211
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the simple pleasure of eating ice cream on a hot, summer day.
Day 212
Today I’m Reminded:
When life seems dark, it’s okay to pick up a flashlight and create your own light.
Day 213
Today I’m Reminded:
To always follow my dreams.
Day 214
Today I’m Reminded:
Most people, when treated with kindness, will go out of their way to help another.
Day 215
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When I focus on my breathing, I can reduce my stress.
Day 216
Today I’m Reminded:
To smile often.
Day 217
Today I’m Reminded:
Laugh lines are a joy to create!
Day 218
Today I’m Reminded:
To be kind to strangers.
Day 219
Today I’m Reminded:
Making eye contact, often builds trust.
Day 220
Today I’m Reminded:
The eyes are the windows to the soul.
Day 221
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s fun to lay on my back and look for animals made of clouds.
Day 222
Today I’m Reminded:
It takes everyone time to get to where they are going in life.
Day 223
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It’s impossible for me to avoid or outrun my destiny.
Day 224
Today I’m Reminded:
There is a strong correlation between the smell of fresh baked cookies and smiles.
Day 225
Today I’m Reminded:
Trees are beautiful!
Day 226
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God and the Universe put all things in order for the greater good of all concerned.
Day 227
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When I rescue any creature, keeping it safe from harm, God smiles down on us both.
Day 228
Today I’m Reminded:
To embrace all of life’s challenges, for they have molded me into who I am today.
Day 229
Today I’m Reminded:
Not to fear the unknown, for it will create the person I am meant to become!
Day 230
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Everyone and everything have a divine purpose in life.
Day 231
Today I’m Reminded:
In order to be able to truly love and accept another, I must love and accept myself, first.
Day 232
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the importance of drinking plenty of fresh water every day.
Day 233
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Laughing while asleep and in a dream state, is a gift!
Day 234
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Everyone has their own struggles in life…
Day 235
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Even leaders have been led!
Day 236
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There really is no such thing as a stupid question!
Day 237
Today I’m Reminded:
We all get distracted sometimes.
Day 238
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the uniquely wonderful smell, which only a horse has.
Day 239
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Every child deserves to experience life with a pet.
Day 240
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When we hurt others, intentionally or otherwise, we hurt ourselves even more.
Day 241
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Life is a gift…and it can be messy…and it is a GIFT!
Day 242
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Angels really do exist!
Day 243
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Sometimes, Angels will gather near to allow you to feel their presence.
Day 244
Today I’m Reminded:
It is AWESOME to be able to see the world in color!
Day 245
Today I’m Reminded:
How wonderful it is to laugh until my sides hurt, and tears stream down my face.
Day 246
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for all who have sacrificed in the name of freedom.
Day 247
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To ALWAYS seek peace, first!
Day 248
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Everyone is responsible for creating a better world.
Day 249
Today I’m Reminded:
To notice the homeless person or animal on the street, and help them in any way that I can.
Day 250
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To be thankful for my life!
Day 251
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To never allow myself to become that which I despise!
Day 252
Today I’m Reminded:
Dogs can sense when a person should not be trusted…and I trust my dog!
Day 253
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Being miserable is often a choice.
Day 254
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On my hardest days, there will ALWAYS be someone else, having a much worse day than me.
Day 255
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Massages can be painfully blissful!
Day 256
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Good things come to those who wait.
Day 257
Today I’m Reminded:
Hiccups seem to disappear as suddenly as they appear.
Day 258
Today I’m Reminded:
There is something very majestic about watching a Bald Eagle in flight.
Day 259
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If a frog had wings, it wouldn’t bump its butt!
Day 260
Today I’m Reminded:
That “wanting” something, is not the same as, “needing” something!
Day 261
Today I’m Reminded:
There is very little that we truly “NEED” in life in order to survive.
Day 262
Today I’m Reminded:
To be okay with who I am as an individual.
Day 263
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It’s okay, to not always be okay.
Day 264
Today I’m Reminded:
Littering hits you where you live.
Day 265
Today I’m Reminded:
Smokey the Bear needs our help to prevent forest fires!
Day 266
Today I’m Reminded:
To read a book, just for the pleasure of it.
Day 267
Today I’m Reminded:
Make time to play games with children.
Day 268
Today I’m Reminded:
There’s no such thing as a “little white lie.”
Day 269
Today I’m Reminded:
There was a time when a handshake was honored the same way a contract is today.
Day 270
Today I’m Reminded:
It really is okay to, “just say no,” to drugs.
Day 271
Today I’m Reminded:
Neither people nor animals deserve to be abused.
Day 272
Today I’m Reminded:
Admitting when you’re wrong is a sign of courage and integrity.
Day 273
Today I’m Reminded:
A person doesn’t have to be biologically related, to be considered family.
Day 274
Today I’m Reminded:
To honor my commitments.
Day 275
Today I’m Reminded:
Watching fireworks on the Fourth of July, still makes me proud.
Day 276
Today I’m Reminded:
There is nothing quite like waking up to the smell of a fresh country breakfast being cooked!
Day 277
Today I’m Reminded:
Love knows no bounds.
Day 278
Today I’m Reminded:
Roller coasters are a scary kind of fun.
Day 279
Today I’m Reminded:
It’s okay to not have all the answers.
Day 280
Today I’m Reminded:
To always check the expiration date on the milk carton and then smell the contents, prior to drinking.
Day 281
Today I’m Reminded:
A conference call is NOT the same thing as a party line!
Day 282
Today I’m Reminded:
Plants tend to respond well when touched and talked to…and so do people and animals!
Day 283
Today I’m Reminded:
Great things can be achieved through hard work and determination.
Day 284
Today I’m Reminded:
There will always be someone who has to pave the way for others in this world.
Day 285
Today I’m Reminded:
We are all spiritual beings having a human experience.
Day 286
Today I’m Reminded:
To acknowledge my mail carrier and garbage collector more often.
Day 287
Today I’m Reminded:
To trust in my own abilities.
Day 288
Today I’m Reminded:
To let go and let God!
Day 289
Today I’m Reminded:
That daily exercise is very important for good health.
Day 290
Today I’m Reminded:
Going to the movies with friends is great fun!
Day 291
Today I’m Reminded:
You’re never too old for a pillow fight!
Day 292
Today I’m Reminded:
Rolling down a steep, grassy hill, is just as fun as it ever was!
Day 293
Today I’m Reminded:
To teach a child how to fly a kite.
Day 294
Today I’m Reminded:
To never be afraid to apologize.
Day 295
Today I’m Reminded:
Embrace all that life has to offer, every single day!
Day 296
Today I’m Reminded:
To trust that I am always connected to God and the Universe.
Day 297
Today I’m Reminded:
That on the other side of space, there is more space!
Day 298
Today I’m Reminded:
I will one day have all the answers to everything I don’t currently know…only then, it won’t matter!
Day 299
Today I’m Reminded:
Peace is a state of mind that we are all capable of achieving.
Day 300
Today I’m Reminded:
No one has the right to own an Oompa Loompa…not even Veruca!
Day 301
Today I’m Reminded:
To be mindful!
Day 302
Today I’m Reminded:
I will never be able to please everyone, and that’s okay.
Day 303
Today I’m Reminded:
To be just as grateful for the things I haven’t been able to do in my life, as I am for the things I have.
Day 304
Today I’m Reminded:
I have Angels watching over me.
Day 305
Today I’m Reminded:
To never put off until tomorrow what I can do today.
Day 306
Today I’m Reminded:
That you should never ask someone how they are doing, unless you really want to know.
Day 307
Today I’m Reminded:
To be patient with children, the elderly, and puppies…and everyone else, too!
Day 308
Today I’m Reminded:
To always remember what they say about opinions…
Day 309
Today I’m Reminded:
Camping out under the stars can be a very magical experience.
Day 310
Today I’m Reminded:
No one has a right to treat me poorly.
Day 311
Today I’m Reminded:
I do not have to respond to negative, angry people in a like manner…to do so is a choice.
Day 312
Today I’m Reminded:
I am neither greater than, nor less than, any other person that exists in this world.
Day 313
Today I’m Reminded:
I will fall short at times…and that is okay.
Day 314
Today I’m Reminded:
There are few guarantees in this world.
Day 315
Today I’m Reminded:
How good it feels to work with my hands.
Day 316
Today I’m Reminded:
Music is food for the soul.
Day 317
Today I’m Reminded:
To be objective in my interactions with others.
Day 318
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS be fair, firm and consistent.
Day 319
Today I’m Reminded:
Surprising someone else with something that brings them joy, is a Blessing for us both.
Day 320
Today I’m Reminded:
Difficult times will present themselves in life, but life does not have to remain fused to those difficult times.
Day 321
Today I’m Reminded:
Of the Little Engine the Could!
Day 322
Today I’m Reminded:
That I never did figure out why, Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers!
Day 323
Today I’m Reminded:
To ALWAYS give thanks for the food I eat.
Day 324
Today I’m Reminded:
To dream small but live large!
Day 325
Today I’m Reminded:
Toothpaste and shampoo are essential luxuries.
Day 326
Today I’m Reminded:
The hands of a clock move at the same speed, whether I’m watching them or not…time is a state of mind.
Day 327
Today I’m Reminded:
Never to leave a family pet outside in inclement weather.
Day 328
Today I’m Reminded:
The elderly have seen things in their lives, that I have only read about in books.
Day 329
Today I’m Reminded:
Chivalry isn’t dead.
Day 330
Today I’m Reminded:
When someone is truly interested in you, they will run toward you, not away from you.
Day 331
Today I’m Reminded:
To always respect myself, even when others might not.
Day 332
Today I’m Reminded:
To be very cautious about those I allow within my inner circle.
Day 333
Today I’m Reminded:
To be supportive of friends and family.
Day 334
Today I’m Reminded:
That children remember if you have read them bedtime stories.
Day 335
Today I’m Reminded:
Sloppy Joes could not have been given a more appropriate name.
Day 336
Today I’m Reminded:
Sometimes, just getting our second wind is all it takes to achieve a goal or a dream.
Day 337
Today I’m Reminded:
When you get thrown off a horse, it’s important to get right back on again.
Day 338
Today I’m Reminded:
Rainy days are just as important as the sunny ones.
Day 339
Today I’m Reminded:
Life is about maintaining balance.
Day 340
Today I’m Reminded:
Watching fish swim in a fish tank can be very relaxing.
Day 341
Today I’m Reminded:
Laughing at someone else’s misfortune is not very nice.
Day 342
Today I’m Reminded:
Everyone could use a helping hand sometimes.
Day 343
Today I’m Reminded:
I’m not above working in a soup kitchen.
Day 344
Today I’m Reminded:
Real wealth comes from the heart, not from the wallet.
Day 345
Today I’m Reminded:
Belts were made for holding up pants, not to impose discipline.
Day 346
Today I’m Reminded:
Children look to adults for guidance, despite the push-back adults receive from them at times.
Day 347
Today I’m Reminded:
To accept others just as they are.
Day 348
Today I’m Reminded:
To laugh often.
Day 349
Today I’m Reminded:
Everyone loses someone they love…and sometimes that someone is a pet.
Day 350
Today I’m Reminded:
The value of humor is priceless, as long as it is not at someone else’s expense.
Day 351
Today I’m Reminded:
To sing often.
Day 352
Today I’m Reminded:
God helps the one’s that help themselves.
Day 353
Today I’m Reminded:
Hard times always get better.
Day 354
Today I’m Reminded:
To let down my defenses more often.
Day 355
Today I’m Reminded:
How relaxing a nature hike can be.
Day 356
Today I’m Reminded:
To not take another’s moodiness, personally.
Day 357
Today I’m Reminded:
To give praise often and sincerely.
Day 358
Today I’m Reminded:
That it can be nice to fall asleep watching television some times.
Day 359
Today I’m Reminded:
That television stations used to sign off at night to the sound of the National Anthem playing.
Day 360
Today I’m Reminded:
For some of us, getting used to waking up early, takes both time and practice.
Day 361
Today I’m Reminded:
True friendships are priceless.
Day 362
Today I’m Reminded:
Stuffed animals aren’t just for children.
Day 363
Today I’m Reminded:
To take time out to focus my mind and just relax.
Day 364
Today I’m Reminded:
To be grateful for every day, regardless of the challenges which may accompany them.
Day 365
Today I’m Reminded:
When you make it a point to keep doing what makes you happy, you never really need a bucket list!
Day 366
Today I’m Reminded:
Some years, (Leap Year), get an extra day…an extra day to love, laugh, and live life to the fullest!
Until next year!
