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2.29.12
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Happiness Journal for Camilla: Week of February 19 2012
February 19, 2012, Sunday, Happiness is:
Knowing that uncomfortable learning moments for Thomas infuse him with confidence.
Long walks with Thomas.
Walking to the park.
The beauty of nature.
Sitting at the park while Thomas plays.
Reading.
Sharing my life with others.
Being kind to others.
Smiling.
February 20, 2012, Monday, Happiness is:
No school for Thomas today.
Picnic lunches on the beach.
An adventure with Thomas.
Washoe Lake.
Thomas’ excitement over climbing up and down sand dunes.
Thomas’ love of reading.
Coming home after an adventure.
Playing board games with Thomas in front of the fire.
Reading a book to Thomas.
February 21, 2012, Tuesday, Happiness is:
Getting things done.
Laughing with Thomas.
Playing UNO in front of the fire with Thomas.
Kindness.
Feeling gratitude.
A beautiful sunset.
February 22, 2012, Wednesday, Happiness is:
Encouragement from others.
Time away from my sweet little man, Thomas.
Good days at school for Thomas.
Relaxing.
Meeting new people.
Hugs and laughter.
Sunny, warm days.
Walks to the park.
February 23, 2012, Thursday, Happiness is:
Words of encouragement.
Music.
Thomas having a good day.
Volcano erupting experiments with Thomas.
Holding hands with Thomas.
Walks outside on a beautiful day.
February 24, 2012, Friday, Happiness is:
Walks to the park with Thomas.
The Sun warming my body.
The right words, at the right moment, in the right way.
Listening to my favorite tunes while walking to the park.
Hanging out with friends … Kymberlee Simantel, Brenda Do and Brian Benson.
Hugging, Smiling, Laughing with friends.
February 25, 2012, Saturday, Happiness is:
Hanging out with Thomas.
Bacon and eggs with Thomas.
Bartley Ranch with Thomas.
Running errands with Thomas.
Lillian.
Pizza and Champagne with Momma and Frank.
Movie Night.
February 24 2012: Good Morning and Park and Friends
Thomas had a GREAT morning in class today! YAY! We came home, had some lunch and some computer time. After I made a phone call we walked to the park {I walked, Mr. T rode his bicycle}. Some of his friends from school were there so he was pleasantly surprised and had a ton of fun!
Next, it was off for home and taking a bath for Thomas. He got to go over to Tina’s house while I met friends at Waldens Coffeehouse for some live music and a two day early birthday toast! This was hugely fun for Thomas and ME! He was treated to pizza and playing with Matilda and some other friends! And I was treated to time with my friends! What a blessing for both of us!
We are both very excited that our Lillian comes back home tomorrow! YAY!
Scary Wind
”This wind is scaring the nerves off my butt!” –Thomas {I’m laughing y’all!! And, Thomas says, ‘”I’m serious!”}
2.23.12
February 13 2012: Swimming and New Clothes and Writing a Book
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Lillian’s first trip to the pool with Mom and Frank while vacating in Vegas! She is having so much FUN!! I’m so happy for her! Mammaw got Lillian some new clothes … Had to take pictures for Mom. It’s officially … Continue reading
Goodest Dinner
”This is the goodest dinner we’ve had in years! Let’s toast!” –Thomas
(Nachos and Dinosaur chicken nuggets – what happens when your low on food!! Hahahaha!!)
2.22.12
February 12 2012: Creativity and Friends and Horses
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This is what I found when making Thomas’ bed this morning. He’s got room for more stuff, don’t you think? Thomas is really missing Lillian. She’s only been gone for a day; but he misses his sissy! Thomas insisted we … Continue reading
Camilla’s Gratitude List: Week of February 12, 2012
February 12, 2012, Sunday, I am grateful for:
Grits, bacon and toast.
Thomas’ love for Lillian.
Thomas’ excitement and enthusiasm for reading.
Experiencing Thomas’ imagination.
A Lillian vacation.
Great, helpful, kind and caring friends.
February 13, 2012, Monday, I am grateful for:
Receiving what I need exactly when I need it.
Experiencing first hand the power our thoughts hold.
Friends and family who love and support me.
The ability to change my thoughts and habits.
Lillian having a GREAT time with Momma and Frank.
Lillian’s smile.
Thomas’ hugs.
February 14, 2012, Tuesday, I am grateful for:
A morning all to myself.
Technology.
Connections.
Friends.
Nature.
Hearing Thomas say, “This place is beautiful” today at Geiger Lookout Park.
Subway sandwiches.
Pickles.
Guinness.
The Internet.
February 15, 2012, Wednesday, I am grateful for:
Snow.
Snow ball fight with Thomas.
Building a snowman with Thomas.
Natalie Gorden.
Daniel Svoboda.
Janet Storie.
Hugs from friends.
Laughter with friends.
eWomenNetwork Reno chapter.
Kymberlee Simantel.
Tina Haley.
February 16, 2012, Thursday, I am grateful for:
The support of friends.
My nice warm, comfy, cozy bed.
Lillian’s smile.
Thomas hugs.
February 17, 2012, Friday, I am grateful for:
Diana Michelotti.
Dr. Amanda Rammel.
My Daddy, Robert Downs.
A special lunch date with Thomas.
Thomas’ inquisitive mind.
Our house.
Our car.
Nature.
February 18, 2012, Saturday, I am grateful for:
Time alone with Thomas.
Memories.
My Mammaw Downs.
Sense of taste.
Adventures with Thomas.
Gas for our car.
The abundance of parks in our area.
Thomas’ excitement and pride in himself.
Movie night with Thomas.
Popcorn.
My Jr. High friend Lillie Salsberry.
Friends and supporters who have pre-purchased SIXTEEN “D iz for Different” books.
February 2012 Date Day with Lillian
Thomas hung out with Momma and Frank so Lillian and I could have our date day before she took off for Vegas!!
We headed to one of our favorite places for a lunch date! Great Basin Brewery! Lillian and I LOVE the garlic fries. These fries are loaded with garlic pieces. Just can’t get enough of em. I love the Great Basin beers!! The dark beers are my favorite! So far my favorite for lunch is the slice of pizza and salad. Their slice of pizza is actually two slices for me, so I take half home and have it for dinner!
Garlic fries and a Russian Imperial Stout!
Lillian still has Christmas money so next it was book shopping at the thrift store! This girl bought eleven books! She LOVES her books. Also found a few cool shirts and one very very cool blue skirt!
It was a perfect date day! –Camilla
February 11 2012: Leaving and Library and Reading
Lillian left this morning with Momma and Frank. Headed to their house in Vegas for two whole weeks! She was so excited!
Thomas and I made our monthly trip to the library without Lillian. We both missed her. Just wasn’t the same. We still enjoyed ourselves though!!
Had to stop at Walmart for two things. Mr. Thomas asked to look around in the toy department. Sure why not! He is soooooooo good about looking at everything and not asking to buy anything. We take pictures of stuff he likes and if he forgets about it, he must not have needed it!! 😉
Thomas just started reading chapter books. Oh my goodness! Here he is finishing up another. He’s read three or four already!
