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Today's Gratitude List (chronological)

  1. I got to sleep in until 8am because I worked late the previous day!
  2. I had time to exercise for the first time in 3 weeks.
  3. Sunny weather.  I can't remember the last time it was over 60ยบ.
  4. Despite heavy traffic, I miraculously drove the speed limit the entire way to work.
  5. I was 3x faster in accomplishing my work today than normal.
  6. A colleague took me out to lunch at a German Deli that I've been wanting to go to.
  7. A friend confided in me.  I received satisfaction in being trusted to listen.
  8. I found out about a hip-hop presentation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet playing this week by a local, award winning dance studio.
  9. I spoke out in a business meeting stating my intentions and plans to define my job.  I want to be less of a "gun for hire" [pooled-resource developer] and more of a "Sheriff" or "Mayor" [ID consultant] to extend the analogy.
  10. I watched an incredible video about and was inspired by Salman Khan, an educational revolutionary.
  11. I blogged out some my thoughts and feelings a bit @ bryantanner.wordpress.com
  12. I had a refreshingly unforced conversation with my roommate.
  13. Despite being 15 minutes late, I arrived at dinner group at the precise moment to be able to offer the blessing on the food.
  14. I had a humbling experience needing to correct myself after posting something insensitive on my family's private blog.
  15. I enjoyed an open conversation with my dad.
  16. Through networking, I was given the contact information of one of the chief executives of the the company that makes the software that I am just starting to use and need to learn more about.
  17. Instead of finishing a project I intended to complete tonight, I'm choosing to go to bed early so that I can do an early morning endowment session at the temple tomorrow with my brand new temple recommend.
  18. I practiced playing a song on the guitar and had some great thoughts about the girl I like. 
Best day of his young life
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  1. HeatherFri Mar 11, 05:36:00 AM MST

    Seriously that all happened in one day? You are right - awesome!

    The T-man loves you so much he wants to know when he can fly out and visit you! How does it feel to be hero-status?

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  2. Julie TSat Mar 12, 09:52:00 AM MST

    I also am impressed you came up with 17 items you are grateful for-I would be hard pressed to do the same I am embarassed to admit! Doesn't your dinner group make up and leave a plate for those who can't get there? Many do.

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