no pranks, just gratitude

Wednesday, April 1: No Pranks, Just Gratitude

Happy April 1. In a world currently full of internet pranks and "gotcha" moments, I thought I’d offer something a little more grounded. Today is the official "soft launch" of my non-competitive gratitude challenge.

As I mentioned in my introductory post, this isn't about perfection or keeping a streak. It’s just about noticing. Since it’s the first day of a new month, it feels like the right time to clear the mental cobwebs and look around.

For the very first prompt, let’s start with the basics-the things right in front of us.

The Prompt: One thing you can hear, and one thing you can touch.

For me:

Hear:  I can hear students quietly shifting in their seats while working on our study of the Second Amendment. They are having quiet conversations and they have interesting insights.

Touch:  my iced coffee cup is almost empty, but I'm savoring the last sips.  The plastic cup has condensation on it so my fingertips are damp.

There’s no "fooling" here--just two small things that made me pause and feel lucky to be exactly where I am.

What are you hearing or touching today that brings you a bit of peace? I’d love to read your "small joys" in the comments.