Let's make a gratitude list! - by Magdalena Scott

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There's never been a better time to make a gratitude list, has there?

I mean, like, EVER?

The last few weeks have been hard for all of us residents of Earth, and we're not out of the woods yet. Some moments, hours, and days I experience anxiety, overwhelm, and hopelessness.

But I'm often surprised at how many things I can be grateful for. And I know I'm not the only one. So let's talk about it.

Okay, I'll go first. And I'll list several things to give you time to think about yours. (Yes, this is a group project. I know, I know, you always hated group projects in school, but this one is different. You'll be glad you participated. It will make you feel better!)

1. Despite sheltering in place, I was able to share my son's birthday dinner with him and my daughter-in-law by way of Google Hangouts. He blew out the candles on the beautiful, home-baked cake at their home, and I blew out the ones I'd stuck into an oat muffin.

1.a. And! We have a virtual game night each week the same way. Such fun.

2. My cat has calmed down after a period of acting out. (I think she has accepted that she's stuck with me for the duration. Thank goodness, because at least one of us was going to need medication.)

3. I've spent many hours in the old West, reading historical sweet romances.

4. Taste of Home's recipe for brown sugar oat muffins.

4.a. Having all the ingredients on hand for said muffins.

4.b. Eating said muffins.

5. Permitted walks outdoors in actual springtime (instead of jumping from winter to summer as we've done for several years). Many days have been gorgeous, and the birds are so happy. (Okay, that's more than one point of gratitude for number five but you get the idea.)

Now it's your turn. Share something(s) from your gratitude list, please!

USA Today Bestselling Author Magdalena Scott is a practicing minimalist, having downsized from a 3,000 square foot house to a studio apartment, where her Giant Closet continues to resist taming. When not writing at home or spending time with family and friends, she loves to travel–carry-on baggage only–and is always pleasantly surprised at the kindness of strangers.


Website: https://magdalenascott.com/

I'm thankful for...Readers! by Julie Jarnagin

Happy Thanksgiving, Readers! This year, I'm thankful for YOU. If it weren't for all our wonderful readers, we wouldn't be able to do what we love.

When we spend hours writing new characters and worlds, we do it because we want to create something wonderful for you to enjoy!

So thank you for reading and for supporting the Sweet Romance Reads authors! I look forward to another year of writing and getting to know my readers.

What are you thankful for this year? 

Julie Jarnagin is a USA Today bestselling author of sweet and inspirational romance. She grew up in a small Oklahoma town where her family farmed and ranched. These days she lives in a not-so-big city with her amazing husband and two young sons who tolerate all her nerdy quirks. Julie earned a B.A. in Journalism / Professional Writing from the University of Oklahoma and is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers. 
www.JulieJarnagin.com


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