TToT – The One Hundredth!
It’s party time, kids!
This week we are celebrating the ONE HUNDREDTH Ten Things of Thankful link-up!
Ten items every week…one hundred weeks…ten lovely co-hosts…plus everyone else who links each week?
That’s a lot of thankful!
I have been part of the TToT since almost the beginning – I pipped into the link-up at number eleven. This took a bit of digging and a bit of stalking Lizzi’s blog, but I found the first post I linked to the TToT, thanks to an invite from our lovely Dyanne. So there’s number one – I’m thankful for everything that has come from being part of the Ten Things of Thankful gang. That alone could fill my post – the people, the support, the friendships, the focus on what is positive in my life…and more. In many ways, the TToT saved my life. I found it during a rather dark stretch in my family’s life and it was one of many things that pulled us through. Thank you – to each and every one of you who is part of that long stretch. You absolutely know who you are.
Moving on.
I am thankful that I was not sick this week. If you were around here for the first week of May, you know that I was emphatically absent because I was flat on my back in bed for four days. I am one thousand times better this week. I’m eating again – this is a thing after that bout of illness – and exercising again. OH, and a stellar checkup with the rheumatologist this week, despite the wonky numbers on the blood work. That’s most likely from the fact that I had the draw done about 30 minutes before I went down last week. So we’ll repeat that, but otherwise, all is well.
I am both surprised and delighted to find that I’ve managed to drop ten pounds and keep them off. So I’m very thankful to have FINALLY busted this plateau.
The Hub, Zilla, and I have had a very busy week. I am happy and thankful to report that we made it through with nary a hitch. Because of careful planning and communication among the three of us, we did it! And this includes a crazy day where we were double-booked (sort of) and managed to get everyone fed and back home for bed successfully.
I am thankful that we have a carpet steamer. The stupid Rotten Cats (and by that I mean Cat One – asshole) decorated the carpet this week with all manner of cat excrement and vomit imaginable. Hub says “poor sick kitty.” I say other words. But I’m thankful that the carpet has been steamed. I suppose Cat One is thankful that he still lives here.
I am thankful to have found a new mode of exercise to add to my calendar and I think it will not only be enjoyable and good for my physical health, but will also be wonderful for my overall state of being. More on that later.
I am thankful for my Daughter’s beautiful, strong, and generous spirit. She is a compassionate and loving soul. She had a heartbreak or two this week (mean girls kind of stuff – in first grade) and handled the nonsense with grace and dignity. She has been collecting items to donate to various drives at school – books, Band-Aids, craft supplies – for hospitalized children and is working on a donation of items to a mother and child shelter nearby in connection with her own birthday. She emptied her piggy bank to give me the most delicious Mother’s Day weekend ever (more on that later, too), and to send money to help homeless people because she worries about a man we often see walking the streets on our route between home and school. She had the most amazing karate class to date this week – she worked hard, participated well, followed directions, interacted with and cheered on other kids. She is my everything.
I am thankful for my Fab Hub for helping Zilla accomplish her Mother’s Day goals. And for being a great Dad and a good husband and for working with me to maintain a steady stream of Progress in our lives (my One Word for the year). I am thankful for his amazing coffee and also thankful that he hasn’t yelled at me for not drinking the whole pot he leaves me every day. It seems I’ve inadvertently reduced my caffeine intake. Perhaps next week he’ll adjust the size of the pot he brews in the morning. And I’m really thankful that he cleans up after the Rotten Cats (and by Rotten Cats I mean Cat One – yeah I’m looking at you, pukeface) have done their dirty deeds.
I am thankful for events in life that reinforce that your beliefs and choices are the right ones.
And now for some cool stuff. We are having a 100th TToT giveaway. That’s right – prizes, peeps! The way I understand it, each of the ten co-hosts is creating a box of ten goodies to send to ten different winners, to be drawn from those who link up with us this week. Hop over to Lizzi’s and check to make sure I got that right. There’s also a thing about a new banner. Go to Lizzi’s and check about that, too.
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Your turn – what are the moments of thankfulness in your life this week? How long have you been part of the TToT community? What are the best things you’ve gained from participating with us?
You know the drill – share ’em or link ’em! And don’t forget to hop over to Lizzi’s for details about all the cool prizes!
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Yikes! My sympathies on the cat thing – I have them, most of the time I even love them, but I don’t always like the things they do.
Vanessa, my cats drive me absolutely bat-shit crazy. We have a very clear love-hate relationship going on.:D While they all know I’m annoyed at the puking this week, all three are sleeping nearby while I read and write and all three will follow me up to bed in a few minutes. It’s the little dance of the Rotten Cats and the crazy cat lady that we do. 😀
Ahhhhhh I am SO SO SO GLAD you’re better. It was horrible you being so ill, and being able to do nothing. And also very pleased that Fab Hub cleared up after rotten pukeface cat!
Zilla astounds me with the generosity of her spirit, and the maturity with which she views the world. She is an absolute credit to you, and I can’t wait to go for steamers with her and meet her for real in person…. *gets TOO EXCITED*
AHHHHH LISA I’M SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE 😀
Sorry. Just splurging over your page now. I’m totally with you in thinking that the TToT might just have been a life-saver, for me as well as you, and it works its magic and wonder in many more ways than just a consistent weekend of joy and thankfulness, and I love, love, love it.
YAY for you being better, and for re-doing bloodwork and DROPPING 10! I wish I could. I’ve been going steadily in the the other direction and that’s very annoying but I know I just need to eat less and do more, but…eh. There’s time. I’m almost sure there’s time!
THANK YOU for being part of this. And for delighting my heart with your friendship and presence in the World Between the Wires 🙂
I can’t even! There is too too much that is good and wonderful and I think I’ll be doing a lot of splurging all over pages this weekend. I think I already have.
The Hub pretty much always cleans up the cat puke and I am SO glad for that. Bleah.
Zilla astounds me, too, every single day. I don’t know how she came by that wonderful little soul, but I love it. AACK! Steamers in September which is so very NOT that far away!
As for the 10, worry not. Of course there’s time and um hello with all your stress lately? Understandable. You’ll even out. All in perspective.
This is the coolest thing ever. Ever. Well, maybe right after my kid. 😉
I don’t have cats, but I’m thankful for carpet cleaners, too!
Glad you’re feeling better, and Zilla sounds like a very compassionate soul.
She most definitely is, Kristi. It’s a beautiful thing.
OH POOR SICK ROTTEN KITTY! I feel for you… love, Doug ( Humans… huh….)
Thanks, Doug. Knew you’d be sympathetic.
so glad you are feeling better! At least you didnt puke on the rug…
wow that Zilla and Hubs…never get rid of them.
I try not to puke on the rug.
I do think I’ll keep Zilla and the Hub. The Rotten Cats? Grr.
So, SO good to hear things are back to normal in your family. You’re healthy, the cats are excreting, Hubs is making coffee, Zilla’s being her wonderful self.
Is it a sad fact that “normal” in my life includes shitting cats? The rest is all good, though, that’s for sure!
Glad you are feeling better. Your girl, Zilla, is a rock star. So much more compassionate and giving than many adults. Beam with pride. And for yourself, ten pounds woo hoo! I know how hard it is to get off and keep off. Can’t wait to read about the Mother’s Day surprise and your new exercise plan. I started doing a Pilates DVD this week. It feels GOOD!
Do you like the Pilates, Val? To me it looks…weird. 😀
Zilla is a rock star and she amazes me with that heart of hers. The other things are all in the works…stay tuned next week!
This is only my second outing and it looks like I joined in at just the right time! 😉 Sorry about the cat thing–I’d be saying the kinds of words you were saying. Way to turn it into a positive by being grateful for the steamer!!
Glad to see you again, Leslie! The TToT is a great thing and once you’re here, you’ll want to stay forever.
Yeah, I guess I didn’t edit myself very well with the cat thing. 😀 It’s a godo thing they’re cute and sweet or I’d really have to hate them.
Glad to hear you are feeling better. And yes! Isn’t it great when life reinforces our choices..especially those that required a leap of faith.
Yes, most definitely! Good to see you here!
Poor Cat One! You’ve got to feel sorry for the guy. Did the steamer work?
I’m glad you’re 1000% better.
Oh, that Zilla! She’s such a precious girl! You’ve done a good job with her.
THANK YOU for the shout out! I’ve gotten a grand total of two people to join us for the TToT, but I got two good ones!
Yeah, I do feel a bit sorry for him. And yes, the steamer is excellent. I’d love to do hardwood on the stairs, but that is just cost prohibitive right now. So we steam.
Zilla is awesome. And thank you.
Your cat posts always make me thankful that we only have outdoor animals. 🙂
I am so glad you are finally feeling better. May this healthiness last far into the future. You’ve had enough illness for one year.
That husband and daughter of yours are good eggs.
Happy 100!
I am also very glad to be feeling better. This has been a heck of a winter for all of us – we’ve had quite enough for the year, thank you. We’re looking forward to a restful and healthy summer!
Yes, the Hub and Zilla are very good eggs. Unlike my cats, who are rotten eggs.
Happy 100!!!
I am really glad to hear you are feeling better. Four days down is not fun. I’m sure it seemed longer.
Sorry about the cat stuff all over….not fun at all.
You have a wonderful family, Lisa. That Zilla sure is growing up to be a lovely and compassionate young lady.Good job, Mama!
I’m still astonished at the mean girls in first grade. That’s just a shame. I just keep saying it in my head – first grade???
The TToT has always been wonderful and will continue to be. I hope for a very, very long time.
Isn’t it ridiculous, Sandy? Obviously, it’s nothing as blatant and over-the-top as the older kids dish out. But seriously, it’s unbelievable how young this crap starts. It’s hard enough raising a decent human being to functional adulthood. Do we really need this stuff in the mix so soon??
Thank you for the beautiful compliment, too. My Husband is a prince, truly. And Zilla just keep surprising us with her good heart (which is a perfect balance for those days when she leans more toward the horrid side). 😀
Here’s to another 100 – or more – TToT’s!
I’m glad to have come across “Ten Things of Thankful” about one year ago. It has surely changed my life for the better.
Have a great week, Lisa.
Many have said the same, Romi! Glad to have you along! And have a great week, too!
Ah, Cat Number 1 would be a pair of gloves if he/she lived here! Hahaha! I am glad that you are feeling better. Flat-on-your-back sick is the worst and can take weeks to fully recover. Hopefully you are100% soon. Your Zilla sounds like a resilient kid and I hope those mean girls bugger off.
I’m feeling pretty great, Pattie. You’re right – it can take a while to get fully back. I’m well on the way.
Zilla is so far doing a great job handling all the social stuff. I really don’t think any of it was intentional nastiness – more like a lesson in the harsh reality that sometimes people hurt us, whether they mean to or not.
So much thankful here – first and foremost your health. I’m so glad you are feeling better and YAY for your stellar report at the doc! I just hate that the mean girl stuff starts so young. Good for Zilla that she doesn’t join in OR let it break her beautiful spirit, and so good she talks to you about it. I have no idea how far in I started the TToT, but I’ve been doing it for a while now. I know for sure I first came upon it at Sandy’s blog. She was and is one of my all time favorite bloggers and people. Oh, and guess what? I’m joining the multiple cat club. Not really by choice, but a friend of my cousin is going through a divorce and needs a foster for about a year. I originally said no, but then I saw his picture and he looks just like my jerk cat so I changed my mind. Here’s to cleaning up double the poop and puke!
Ah, that’s how it happens…you say no to another cat and then all of a sudden you have another cat. Welcome to the club! Woolite pet stain stuff with disinfectant is the one we like, just FYI. 😀 Good luck!
Yes, good health is huge for me. Living with a chronic illness is no picnic, but I’m so grateful that I am in really good shape overall. It’s kind of scary to go down like that when you know your body struggles to fight things. But I feel great this week and I’m ecstatic!
I didn’t finish my thought… Having her talk to me about it is absolutely priceless to me, Jen. You understand, I’m sure, as you have your own daughter. That comfort with talking about these things is going to be so important as the issues get bigger over the years. I pray that it continues always.
Oh, I need a carpet steamer. 🙂
Your daughter sounds awesome. It is great as a parent to be able to be so proud of them and to watch them grow into wonderful individuals. 🙂 TTOT is an awesome hop. 🙂
Ours was a gift and we absolutely love it – the steamer, that is. Best thing ever.
It is wonderful to watch her grow and become so very much her own person. Hard to believe that squiggly little baby has turned into such a…person!
TToT IS an awesome hop. No question. 🙂
Glad to see you are feeling much better. Pity Rotten Cat wasn’t well. We had cat-sick to clear up this week too, but it wasn’t too bad. Both my girls were sick too, on different days, with exam nerves. It’s never happened to either of them before, and they decided it’s the combination of nerves and a particular cereal, so they won’t have that before the next exams!
And well done to your daughter for handling things so well and for caring about the homeless man.
Thanks, Yvonne – I am so much better! I think puking and cats just sort of go hand-in-hand.
Sorry your girls were sick. How odd that the cereal seems to be a factor. Definitely avoid that for the next round of exams.
ha! The carpet steamer saved my dog on more than one occasion. I’m so glad that we got rid of all the carpet…
What a great list!!
Oh, Liv, we are so glad to have hardwood floors – definitely! The only place we still have carpeting is on the stairs (saving for the next phase) but of course the cats manage to land their expulsions there, right? 😀
Love that you’ve participated almost since the beginning!
And, I loved the description of your daughter’s selflessness!! How awesome!
Sorry about Cat One! I’m sure he IS thankful!! 🙂
Yup, pretty close, Roshni. I was kind of surprised. I didn’t actually realize I came in so close to the start. It’s been wonderful.
Zilla is a pretty special little girl.
Yes, Cat One is very thankful. He could probably write his own list of ten!
Oh, I know how mean first-graders can be.. Had my share of heartbreak there. I’m glad that your daughter managed to push through this and maintain her beautiful spirit. Mother’s Day surprises are the best, and hubby/daughter conspiring to make it very special is a wonderful thing.
Well, being sick does help losing a lot of weight quickly. Hope you managed to keep it off!!
Have a wonderful week, Lisa!!
Certainly not the recommended way to lose weight, Stephanie, but one way to do it! So far, it has remained off. I’ll take it!
Kids are just so mean any more. Why is that? Was it this way when we were kids? I don’t remember it being so awful. NO idea. But I really didn’t think this nonsense happened so early. Guess I was wrong.
Have a wonderful week too, Stephanie!