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Throwback Post: Desert Tortoise With Electricity and a Warm Coat on Jupiter

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November 8 2013:

Thomas’ class just welcomed two new members last week … Two baby desert tortoises, Charger and Shelly! They are having a ball learning about reptiles hands on! Thomas told me this morning that they take them outside to the garden every day and Charger and Shelly LOVE it! They also have Beta fish in the classroom. The students are responsible for caring for classroom pets and take turns taking them home during holidays. I hope we get to welcome Charger and Shelly to our house during one of the breaks! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this about HDMS and Montessori in general. Warms my heart and floods it with LOVE! xoxo

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November 8 2012:

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for electricity.

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Lillian’s Gratitude for today:

I’m grateful for my nice warm coat.

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November 8 2011:

Today I am thankful for people who write books . . . cause I LOVE to read em . . .

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November 8 2010:

So grateful that my kiddos are so well traveled! These two say they have been to all the planets in our solar system. Add that to them telling me they lived on Jupiter before coming here and I’ve got two rocking kids!

 

Throwback Post: Reiki With Gratitude and Library Time With Dinner and a Movie

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November 17 2014:

Full day of Reiki clients today. Felt so good and useful facilitating an emotional release for a client this morning. Also had 3 classrooms that wanted me today. It’s wonderful to be needed and useful! So blessed and grateful. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

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November 17 2012:

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m glad I have glasses.

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Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I’m thankful that we have food.

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Did somebody say, “Library Adventures”? …. Team TLC is all over that!!!! Thomas is reading about the Nile River and the Red Sea … He’s so excited … Reading about mud and soil!!!

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I’m grateful that people write books, I’m grateful to be able to read books, I’m thankful for the tons of knowledge contained in books, I’m thankful to friends who share great books, and I’m grateful for libraries!

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Thank you Romano duo for an amazing dinner … I so much appreciate y’all to pieces times infinity!!!

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Team TLC movie night!!!!

One Hundred and One Dalmations

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November 17 2011:

Today I am thankful for warm, hardy, loving hugs from a friends . . .

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The Romanos arrived last night and brought a huge bag of yumminess … Boiled peanuts … I do miss my southern food y’all!!! I predict this bag will be gone in 2 days!!

Throwback Post: Library Days With Gratitude While Caregiving and Being Different

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November 15 2014:

Right on! It was library day!! Always a fun day of anticipation of another library visit! Thank you to the beautiful angel who slipped a little something in our car door! I adore running into you at the library. We are blessed to know you and I love you!! Thanks K.M.!

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November 15 2012:

Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I am thankful for books.

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Beautiful people … Attending the Nevada Caregivers’ Coalition Luncheon .. With the Romano duo as my guest!!! Thank you to my fabulous step-father for nominating me!!

I’m grateful to all who are caregivers … To quote from the Agenda for The 7th Annual Caregiver Recognition Celebration luncheon which was held today ….

“Caregivers, by what they do, enhance the quality of life for older adults and individuals of any age with disabilities.”

Each caregiver nominated received a certificate of recognition from United States Senator Dean Heller, Office of the Governor for the State of Nevada, Brian Sandoval, United States Senator Harry Reid, a Shining Star Certificate for the Linda Carr Caregiver Award, Congressional Recognition from the United States Congress, a fabulous lunch, door prizes, a movie themed basket and just an all around inspiring two hours.

Blessings and thanks to all who are caregivers for anyone in our society who needs extra help and assistance …

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful and grateful for joke books.

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November 15 2011:

Today I am thankful for this beautiful city and state in which I live and the peaceful sense of awe I receive from it . . . Reno, Nevada . . . I love every curve and bend in the landscape of the hills and Mt. Rose, the sunrise, the sunset, the moon and stars, the amazing Lake Tahoe, the magical clouds, the skyline, the people, the friends I have made . . . Thankful . . .

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November 15 2010:

Lillian and I just got done being interviewed by Reno News & Review in regards to Different iz Good . . . Spread the Word! Story will appear in the Thanksgiving week issue! WooHoo!!

Throwback Post: Gratitude While Networking With an Eye Exam

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November 16 2012:

Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I am thankful for going over to Mammaw and Pappaw Romano’s house tonight.

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful and grateful for funny pictures.

Kymberlee Simantel … Today I am grateful for YOU and the leap you took 7 years ago. A leap that led to the thriving eWomenNetwork Reno/Carson/Tahoe/Vegas/Sierra Nevadas Chapter chapter that we all enjoy and benefit from today.

That night in July 2007 when I attended my first event, I knew I had arrived home. I’m forever and deeply grateful to you for the space you created, the strength and courage you exhibited, the love shared, the smiles, the DANCING and the WINE!!!

Your essence is forever etched into my heart … LOVE you to pieces lady! (Picture of us at the eWn Conference in July 2008 and this past April 2012)

So much fun!!!! eWomenNetwork Holiday Extravaganza!!!! My beautiful friend Cheri Hill!!!

With my beautiful friend, Camilla at eWomen Holiday Extravaganza at Harrah’s

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November 16 2011:

Today I am thankful for this house Thomas, Lillian and I live in . . . the shelter, the heat, the electricity, the water, the plumbing . . . a place, for now, that we make our home . . . absolutely full of gratitude . . .

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Eye check up for team member T!

I’ve never seen someone so excited for an eye exam!!

Throwback Post: Substitute With Gratitude and Fresh Air

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November 14 2014:

Subbed in Star Peak today with some awesome 7th-9th graders! I love the little messages I find on the walls and in the classrooms! Plus, I got to play volleyball! Used to love playing that!


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November 14 2013:

Today I am blessed by the kindness of another … I will be attending Dr. Temple Grandin’s lecture tonight at The Atlantis! Thank you sweet Terri Craig!! I will absolutely pay it forward when the opportunity presents itself and will spread lots of smiles and hugs tonight!! xoxo

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November 14 2012:

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful and grateful for Grandma Patty and Grandpa Frank (The Romano Duo).

Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I’m thankful that it is warming up today.

‘Home Means Nevada’ … I’m grateful for this beautiful city and state that Team TLC has made our home since December 2006. I am in love with everything about this place … Reno, Nevada … The landscape, the weather, the air, the people, the beauty I see each and every time I step outside … the amazing cloud formations, every bend and curve of the hills and mountains, the sounds of nature, the warmth of the sun, the breathtaking views … The soul infusing Lake Tahoe at our doorstep, stepping back into yesteryear in Virginia City, the beautiful drive between Reno and Carson City, peaceful and serene views from every corner of this gorgeous place …

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November 14 2011:

Today I am thankful for my Chromosome 18 Registry family. We all have a “chromosome” that links us. From Australia to England to Spain to the United States we listen, support and encourage one another . . . and it is amazing . . .

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Fresh air time for Team TLC!! A little windy but much needed!

Origami adventures! Made a pinwheel!

Throwback Post: Dirty Food With Gratitude and Lunch

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November 13 2014:

“Dirty Bananas” …. aka Banana Chocolate Crumble …. Ready to rumble Thomas’ birthday celebration at school!


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November 13 2012:

Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for the weather.

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Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for my BIRTHDAY!!


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November 13 2011:

Today I am thankful for . . .

“A nice day relaxing and listening to the music on the radio and after yesterday’s work then relax tomorrow. Listen to the beat work to the heart of community, remember there stories I want hear and they’ll be waiting for you, here is a idea: go with fairy tales, go to a educational website for fairy tales if you like. And love person if needed and Thomas has blog: https://www.thomasadarnell.com – you might have already seen it.” -Lillian Darnell

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Who else has one of these in your fridge? Hahahaha! Love those two! They were playing hide n seek with their beenie babies!


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November 13 2009:

At great basin brewery for some lunch before the museum.

Throwback Post: Awesome Sky With Pancakes and Gratitude

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November 12 2013:

Just look at it … When I look out my window and see this, I must stop whatever I’m doing and …. just look at it … and capture it. AWEsome!


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November 12 2012:

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for computer games.

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Gluten free pumpkin pancakes this morning … Team Member T is having a ball helping!!!

Lillian’s gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for the house that we have.

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November 12 2011:

Today I am thankful for our Saturday night tradition of Movie night . . . warm and snuggly on my big bed with Thomas and Lillian with yummy popcorn and candy . . . such a treat . . .

Time Stands Still

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October 14 2023

We just watched the eclipse. Pretty cool!

As I stood on the balcony, taking in the view from our place, I was filled with gratitude for this amazing view, for this lovely place we were blessed to move to in 2019. I love moments like this.

Time stands still,
A cushion of quiet surrounds,
As we are suspended in the present moment.

Throwback Post: Gratitude for Respite

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November 10 2013:

Off to pick up Thomas and Lillian at the Romano Casa …. What an absolutely wonderful and successful respite! I feel GOOD, Happy, Relaxed, Alive .. Ready!!! Stand Back, Stand Back … xoxo (Lillian took this picture of me last year at Washoe Lake … LOVE)


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November 10 2012:

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful and grateful for snow.

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Lillian’s gratitude for today:

Thankful to have snow and thankful to have long sleeve clothes and heat too.

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November 10 2011:

Today I am thankful that just over six years ago Kymberlee Simantel began the eWomenNetwork Reno/Carson/Tahoe/Vegas/Sierra Nevadas Chapter . . . my life has forever been enhanced and blessed with amazing friendships, laughter and support . . .

Throwback Post: Respite with Coffee and Gratitude While Getting a Haircut

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November 9 2013:

What’s a lady to do when she’s been given respite for the afternoon and evening? I find myself sitting here thinking, “Ok, now what?” Hahaha! I wrote a post about this about a year or so ago, I think I’ll go back and read it and take some of my own advice! I’ve got tonight covered! Got me a date with a classic 1934 Frank Capra production with a side of hot buttered popcorn! Perhaps a soak in a nice hot tub after that!! Here’s to taking a Mama break! xoxo

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November 9 2012:

Fun time meeting my fb friend Gertie face to face for the 1st time!!!! Such meaningful conversation!!! Thanks Gertie!!

Lillan’s gratitude for today:

I am thankful to have a garage to keep our car in.

Thomas’ gratitude for today:

I’m thankful for warmth.

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November 9 2011:

Today I am thankful for karma and reciprocity . . . as I am grateful for the kindness and generosity of others . . .

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Haircut adventures for Team member T!!! Gettin ready for our pictures tomorrow!!