something I am grateful for today

[johncomic]

hmm, I am feeling the effects of neglecting my gratitude practice, so making yet another attempt to get back in the groove...

today I was faced with a challenge: parking on campus this fall has gotten so horrendous that, even though I have been coming in a half hour early to try to get a nearby parking spot, I end up being forced to go to the farthest corner of campus before there is a vacancy. (Last year, even when I came in later, I didn't need to park as far away as I have been doing this week coming in early.)

So: today I am grateful that:

- at least there was a spot open somewhere - not like those few days when I've had to wander around the various lots hoping someone will leave
- this spot will get good shade in the afternoon to stop the car from getting hot
- the weather this morning is dry, pleasant and comfortable for my long walk to the office
- I have lots of time to make the walk at an easy pace
- I am feeling well enough today to make a walk that long without any undue duress

Huh. Not bad.