Day: January 20, 2026

Daily Gratitude 1-20-26

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January 20th, 2026

  • “I am thankful my love gets up at the crack of dawn with me to make me breakfast for after my rowing workout. His care with making sure I am fed before work is priceless. Thank you my love!”❤️ (Heather Houston 1-20-26)
  • “I am grateful we have a meeting at work today where they are bringing in box lunches. I was in a hurry this morning and neglected to make my lunch before leaving for work.” (Heather Houston 1-20-26)
  • “I appreciate that tonight is Gringo Taco night and my love has made fresh Pico de gallo…YUM!” (Heather Houston 1-20-26)
  • “I am blessed to have such a wonderful husband who creates yummy meals.” (Heather Houston 1-20-26)
  • “I am thankful I have a warm home as I see the temperature beginning to fall to freezing tonight.” (Heather Houston 1-20-26)
  • “I am thankful to be working with a group of swimming athletes who are committed to improving.” (Heather Houston 1-20-22)
  • “I am thankful for my Spotify subscription to veg out to music on my commute home after a frustrating day at work.” (Heather Houston 1-20-22)
  • “I am grateful to have a partner that listens to me without judgement as I melt down with frustration at learning my employer had renewed my contract at a wage that didn’t even meet the basic Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA).  at a lowly 2.5% per year, my wage increase equated to .5% for the next 5 years.  UGH!  Time to find a new job!” (Heather Houston 1-20-22)
  • “I am blessed to have a partner who shows me his love by giving me time to relax on the couch while he creates a delectable fillet and roasted potato dinner.” (Heather Houston 1-20-22)
  • “I appreciate being wrapped up in the arms of my love at night, making me feel safe, supported and loved before I drift to sleep.  A great way to bookend the day together.”💖 (Heather Houston 1-20-22)

My Musical Life 1-20-26

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January 20th, 2026

#4 (Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay (Otis Redding) 👍🏼

Lyrics:
Sittin’ in the mornin’ sun
I’ll be sittin’ when the evenin’ come
Watching the ships roll in
And I watch ’em roll away again, yeah🪄
I’m sittin’ on the dock of the bay
Watching the tide roll away
Ooh, I’m just sittin’ on the dock of the bay
Wastin’ time🪄
I left my home in Georgia
Headed for the ‘Frisco bay
‘Cause I’ve had nothing to live for
And look like nothing’s gonna come my way🪄
So I’m just gonna sit on the dock of the bay
Watching the tide roll away
Ooh, I’m sittin’ on the dock of the bay
Wastin’ time🪄
Look like nothing’s gonna change
Everything still remains the same
I can’t do what ten people tell me to do
So I guess I’ll remain the same, yes🪄
Sittin’ here resting my bones
And this loneliness won’t leave me alone
It’s two thousand miles I roamed
Just to make this dock my home🪄
Now, I’m just gonna sit at the dock of the bay
Watching the tide roll away
Ooh-wee, sittin’ on the dock of the bay
Wastin’ time

My Abundant Life 1-20-26

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January 20th, 2026

Acres of Diamonds

“Your diamonds are not in far distant mountains or in yonder seas; they are in your own backyard, if you but dig for them.”

Russell H. Conwell (American Baptist Minister, Orator, Philanthropist, Lawyer, and Writer; February 15th, 1843 ~ December 6th, 1925)

“…within each of us lies a wellspring of abundance and the seeds of opportunity. For each of us there is a deeply personal dream waiting to be discovered and fulfilled. When we cherish our dreams and then invest love, creative energy, perseverance, and passion in ourselves, we will achieve an authentic success.”

“Where is your acre of diamonds? If you could do anything in the world, what would it be?”

“My acre of diamonds is time spent with the love of my life. Wherever we are together is my acre of diamonds. What I would love to do is have a beach front diner/bar in a tropical location. We would serve only the tequila, mezcal and scotch we love along with a selection of our favorite meals. We would host live music to dance to on a sand floor. Our private residence would be on the property. I would furnish it simply and modestly to focus my energy on the beauty around. We would have a few bungalows on site to offer lodging to visitors or to host guests. My focus would be on creating memories with my partner. In a perfect world, my children and family would visit and vacation at our resort. We would travel and host workshops while podcasting in interesting locations.” (Heather Houston 1-20-22 & 1-20-26)

“We all have an acre of diamonds waiting to be discovered, cherished, and mined. We all have a place from where to begin. Let your imagination soar, for it is your soul’s blueprint for success.”

–Ban Breathnach, Sarah. “Simple Abundance: A Daybook of Comfort and Joy”. Grand Central Publishing. (1976). Kindle Page 20-21 of 501.

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