Gratitude all around . . .

Although Lent seems to be a season of sacrifice, I keep seeing signs of gratitude. The other day in staff meeting, we talked about planning for happiness. Yesterday in church, in a sermon on good stewardship, she emphasized gratitude as one of the seven steps. A co-worker keeps a gratitude journal. It's all around me! I'm taking it as a sign to jump on the gratitude bandwagon. So, in true Johanna-fashion, here's a list:
1. Bright, sunny days in the beginning of March.
2. The beginning of a Chaco Tan.
3. The ability to run. (Many of my clients today are physically not able to run. It reminded me how much of a privilege it is to be able to run.)
4. Brand new black and pink running shoes . . . for free!
5. A nice place to run around a lake with a mountain view!
6. A boyfriend that cooks (delicious!) supper for me and my housemates.
7. A puppy to snuggle with at night.
8. Long, warm sweaters that feel like a blanket you can wear. (And isn't a snuggie.)
9. Pumpkin waffles with real maple syrup.
10. Fair Trade Coffee.
11. Being able to call my mom.
12. Friends that visit from Kansas.
13. Mountains.
14. Climbing mountains.
15. Leftovers.
16. Fresh produce.
17. A place to call my own.
18. A warm shower.
19. Financial security. (Even though I make very little a month, I have financial security. This still amazes me how "safe" I feel in spite of not having money.)
20. Realistic dreams of going to grad school.

That's my list for now, but I betcha I'll have more. :)