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Category: 5 Daily Gratitudes

Daily Gratitude 8-21-26

On August 21, 2026August 22, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 21st, 2026

  • My strength.
  • My courage.
  • My resilience.
  • The challenges I’ve faced with my own courage and strength.
  • My ability to see the world through the eyes of love and appreciation.

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Daily Gratitude 8-20-26

On August 20, 2026August 22, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 20th, 2026

  • Resilient, self-repairing skin that shields and protects me.
  • My scars show me proof of a life fully lived.
  • My skills and talents.
  • My kindness.
  • My compassion.

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Daily Gratitude 8-19-26

On August 19, 2026August 22, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 19th, 2026

  • Hands and fingers that allow me to write, draw, and hold a hot mug of something warm and tasty.
  • An immune system that keeps me healthy.
  • A liver that removes harmful toxins.
  • Muscles that help me to move, lift, speak, and enjoy life to the fullest.
  • Strong bones to help me stand, move, and experience the world.

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Daily Gratitude 8-18-26

On August 18, 2026August 22, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 18th, 2026

  • A tongue (and taste buds!) to taste my favorite foods.
  • Lips to kiss my husband and pets.
  • A functioning brain for thinking, problem-solving, and all-around living.
  • Healthy legs for walking, running, and dancing.
  • Arms for hugging the people I love.

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Daily Gratitude 8-17-26

On August 17, 2026August 22, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 17th, 2026

  • Healthy lungs for breathing.
  • A strong heart.
  • Eyes that give me vision to see the world.
  • Ears to hear music and laughter.
  • A nose to smell flowers and freshly baked cookies.

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Daily Gratitude 8-16-26

On August 16, 2026August 15, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 16th, 2026

  • Hot showers.
  • Electricity and light.
  • Comfortable shoes.
  • Clean clothes to wear.
  • A working heater or air conditioning.

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Daily Gratitude 8-15-26

On August 15, 2026August 15, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 15th, 2026

  • Clean drinking water.
  • A safe place to live.
  • A safe place to live.
  • Fresh, clean air to breathe.
  • Enough food in the fridge.

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Daily Gratitude 8-14-26

On August 14, 2026August 15, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 14th, 2026

  • Learning a new skill.
  • Overcoming a hard day.
  • The ability to rest and pause.
  • Making time for a hobby.
  • Forgiving yourself for a mistake.

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Daily Gratitude 8-13-26

On August 13, 2026August 15, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 13th, 2026

  • A kind text from a friend.
  • Laughter with someone you love.
  • A helpful act from a stranger.
  • An animal that shows love.
  • A mentor who shares advice.

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Daily Gratitude 8-12-26

On August 12, 2026August 15, 2026 By Heather HoustonIn 5 Daily GratitudesLeave a comment

August 12th, 2026

  • The first sip of morning coffee or tea.
  • A warm shower or bath.
  • Clean, fresh bed sheets.
  • Comfortable clothes to wear.
  • Sunshine and fresh air.

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