Friday Gratitude Journal

Gratitude

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Friday Gratitude Journal

1. My private practice office - although it has taken a year to decorate and there is still nothing hung on the walls, I find my little space so cozy and warm.

2. Baby pumpkins

3. My legs which provide me with the ability to walk on the trail in this beautiful weather

4. Coffee, my favorite beverage

5. Fine tipped pens

What are you grateful for this Friday?

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Friday Gratitude Journal, Dallas Nutritional Counseling, Casey Voorhies RD, LD, Registered Dietitian 

Friday Gratitude Journal, Dallas Nutritional Counseling, Casey Voorhies RD, LD, Registered Dietitian
 

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