Example

Was in Kohl's the other day (came home empty handed, as per usual with me when I'm in need of something specific to purchase).  Wandering around (after having tried on 11 different things without success of finding what I needed) looking for something that perhaps I just couldn't live without.  A woman came up to me and offered me her $5 Kohl's cash - they're only good for a short while.  She didn't want it to go to waste if someone else could use it since she couldn't.  I was so impressed.  I've been known to toss those $5 Kohl's cash rewards.  (To be fair, I generally am at home cleaning things up and the cash certificate is long expired.  I'm rarely in the store to offer them to someone else.  Though I'd like to think that perhaps I might be so generous and kind.)  I declined her offer as graciously as I could, pretty soon I hear a woman exclaim, "Oh, thank you so much.  That's so kind of you!"  The Kohl's cash was gifted to someone who could use it.  And I was left with a very graphic example of kindness, and thoughtfulness.  I want to be like that.

New one.  

Old one.

Pulled out my electric kettle the other day and it had died, wouldn't work at all.  The handle-switch has been flaky for a long time.  But I love that little kettle - it boils water in nothing flat.  And I've had it since before we moved to this house so well over 23 years.  I was so disappointed.  So, off we went the next day to WalMart for a replacement.  I don't love the new one (and that's my own fault because I'm so cheap - hate to spend money).  It's smaller capacity, which is fine - stores in a smaller spot. But it boils the water to just barely boiling and then shuts off really quick. At our altitude water boils at a lower temperature - not a lot, only about 7 or 8 degrees, but enough that I notice.  So here I am whining about a luxury.  But, I mourn the loss of my favorite kettle.  

Was so happy this morning to be out walking.  We got out about 6:30 which is a bit later than my personal preference.  But it was still just lovely.  With all the snow around, it doesn't feel like it gets truly dark, even yesterday morning's fog didn't feel super dark.  And it's quiet out.  The bus driver stopped by and told us we need to get a couple construction worker's vest that shine brightly.  Said if we walk this time every day she'll bring us a couple.  (So very kind, right?) Anyway, it was only just super windy when we left the house.  When we were only about 5 minutes away from the house on our return it started snowing pretty good.  Our timing was just right, I am so grateful we managed to get out and get a walk before it got too ugly. I'm not necessarily a "fair-weather" walker, but don't particularly enjoy it when it's blowing snow straight into my face.  So grateful for the companionship of The Husband on our walks, he kept me from falling on the slick surface this morning.  But I'm grateful to have him along even if he doesn't need to keep me upright.

And today I'm grateful to have a day just to stay at home.  I try to make sure we get out and about pretty much every day, but today I'm glad to be here.  I've cooked some chicken for the soup for tomorrow and am ready to just hunker down and be cozy.  I'm wearing some comfy warm socks and sweater - so I'm all set.  It'll be a good day to be here.