"Eat it up,
Wear it out,
Make it do,
Or go without."
~A Pioneer Sampler, by Barbara Greenwood~

Pioneer Woman at Heart

One Flourishing, Frugal and Fun Family!

One family learning to live off the land, cut back on expenses, and to live a simpler and a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

I got my bucket "filled"


My 9 year-old daughter reused a plastic container.  She surprised me with a “bucket” and “happy” fillers for me.  Inside, are new pencils, pens, erasers, gum, and more.  She also included a note to tell me she loved me.

Have you filled a “bucket” for someone today?  Thank someone, surprise someone, make someone feel special and appreciated today.


It's funny, because I often tell  my kids to stop dipping their spoons into my happy vat (space around me), to encourage them to stay positive throughout the day.  If the are being negative, I often express this, to remind them their words and actions can suck the happiness out of someone's day.   

I'm tickled to receive my "bucket" of happiness.  I will have to use my pens and pencils to write today.

Attitude of Gratitude

I invite you all to take a close look at today, and write down what you are thankful for.  Create a list of at least items you are thankful for.  Then, write at least five thank you notes to people you love and appreciate.

My Gratitude Journal

Today I am thankful for:

1.    The sunshine that warms my body, heart and soul.
2.    The fresh eggs our chickens lay for us.
3.    The clotheslines in which I can dry my laundry naturally.
4.    My husband’s job.
5.    Iced tea and tea time on the porch

~Articles you may enjoy~
Short Stories:  Finding God

Reflections:  Afternoons