tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-278287632011-09-03T03:09:47.806-07:00Things that make me smile.AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.comBlogger1021100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-76062696330192600222010-12-05T19:29:00.000-07:002010-12-05T19:29:42.793-07:00Christmas music<br /><br />Waking up from bad dreams<br /><br />Graham crackers<br /><br />Outfits that come together at the last minute and end up being really cute<br /><br />People who compliment me on said outfits<br /><br />Love<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7606269633019260022?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-75133145809051860622010-11-30T18:48:00.001-07:002010-11-30T18:48:55.314-07:00"New" clothes<br /><br />My car<br /><br />Trader Joe's string cheese<br /><br />That is actually kind of warm today<br /><br />Girlfriends<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7513314580905186062?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-20365500054958029702010-11-29T21:18:00.002-07:002010-11-29T21:24:43.929-07:00DILL!<br /><br />Christmas music<br /><br />Hulu<br /><br />Soup on chilly days<br /><br />My brother<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2036550005495802970?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-62616975365199679932010-11-28T17:45:00.002-07:002010-11-28T17:49:17.520-07:00Visiting teaching<br /><br />Happily engaged friends<br /><br />Solos that go well<br /><br />My ward choir<br /><br />Stretching<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6261697536519967993?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-28132907567664054532010-11-27T22:43:00.000-07:002010-11-28T17:45:31.769-07:00Dresses that pool and trail behind you as you walk down stairs<br /><br />Wearing Airwalks, secretly, instead of heels at a choir concert<br /><br />Italian food<br /><br />Someone else packing my lunch<br /><br />Having time to eat breakfast AND brush my teeth in the same morning<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2813290756766405453?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-87852464232244744222010-11-26T19:58:00.002-07:002010-11-26T20:00:09.757-07:00Blue nail polish<br /><br />Laser hair removal<br /><br />Temples<br /><br />New shirts for thrift store prices<br /><br />That, with the exception of the glass next to me, all my dishes are clean<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-8785246423224474422?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-52136513129674949842010-11-25T20:25:00.001-07:002010-11-25T20:27:13.125-07:00<a href="http://thebookguardian.blogspot.com/2010/11/very-extraordinary.html">Thanksgiving refugee dinners</a><br /><br />Love<br /><br />Happiness<br /><br />Chick flicks<br /><br />My whole life<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5213651312967494984?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-11871129679338890732010-11-24T22:43:00.001-07:002010-11-24T22:45:12.329-07:00Girl talk<br /><br />"Friends" (the TV show)<br /><br />Waffles<br /><br />Early out days from work<br /><br />Wiggling my toes (yes, still, and everyday)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1187112967933889073?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-40778514168071411432010-11-23T20:28:00.001-07:002010-11-23T20:30:10.196-07:00Soup<br /><br />Bread bowls<br /><br />Soup in bread bowls<br /><br />Eating soup in a bread bowl while talking to a girlfriend<br /><br />Having colorful hair<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4077851416807141143?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-68289005476783466822010-11-22T20:40:00.001-07:002010-11-22T20:49:02.034-07:00Trader Joe's having creme fraiche<br /><br />Learning new Bible stories<br /><br />Gmail filters<br /><br />Gmail ninjas<br /><br />Hand turkeys<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6828900547678346682?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-6853991713565079752010-11-21T18:33:00.002-07:002010-11-21T18:43:23.391-07:00Babies<br /><br />Magic internet<br /><br />Pieces of plastic that make it so I can see<br /><br />German pancakes<br /><br />Friends that get me<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-685399171356507975?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-9847202906465216962010-11-20T20:30:00.001-07:002010-11-20T20:31:23.033-07:00BYU Cougars!<br /><br />Finishing Q<br /><br />Gilmore Girls<br /><br />Naps<br /><br />Headbands with feathers<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-984720290646521696?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39106907626592651482010-11-19T22:52:00.001-07:002010-11-19T22:52:27.847-07:00Harry Potter<br /><br />Doctor Who<br /><br />The United Kingdom<br /><br />Curling irons <br /><br />Popcorn<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3910690762659265148?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-85382601853751956772010-11-18T21:36:00.002-07:002010-11-18T21:38:41.466-07:00Rock Band<br /><br />Snarky asides during choir practice<br /><br />Dinners with long time friends<br /><br />Hoodies<br /><br />Polka dot stilletos<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-8538260185375195677?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-90206472534188795782010-11-17T19:26:00.002-07:002010-11-17T19:29:22.677-07:00<a href="http://thebookguardian.blogspot.com/2010/11/only-cockeyed-optimist.html">Choosing happiness</a><span id="hwytop"></span><span id="hwytop"></span><br /><br />iJewels, this off-brand Bejeweled game I just got for my iPhone. A videogame that puts me to sleep! Cure for my occasional insomnia?<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/amandastretch">Twitter</a><br /><br />Monkey slippers<br /><br />Not going hungry<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-9020647253418879578?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-4528750064038150872010-11-16T19:14:00.003-07:002010-11-16T19:25:10.697-07:00Milkshakes<br /><br />Random acts of kindness<br /><br />Liquid Plumr<br /><br />Glee<br /><br />Pullovers that I keep in my office<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-452875006403815087?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-24488681656348853322010-11-15T21:02:00.002-07:002010-11-15T21:03:13.597-07:00Answers to prayers<br /><br />Human chess<br /><br />Orange juice<br /><br />Gyoza<br /><br />Standing my ground<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2448868165634885332?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-8772963108702566102010-11-14T19:24:00.001-07:002010-11-14T19:26:17.236-07:00Music<br /><br />Swing dancing<br /><br />Love<br /><br />Pancakes<br /><br />Faith<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-877296310870256610?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-7078775436144932402010-11-13T14:13:00.001-07:002010-11-13T14:13:10.144-07:00Dancing shoes<br /><br />My urban family<br /><br />Singing in the car as loud as I choose<br /><br />Temples<br /><br />Sleep<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-707877543614493240?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-19016749262045594312010-11-12T23:21:00.000-07:002010-11-13T12:53:57.689-07:00Goofy parties with silly themes<br /><br />Michael Jackson<br /><br />Healthy food<br /><br />Tim Burton<br /><br />Benedict Cumberbatch<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1901674926204559431?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-37245889904655984892010-11-11T20:37:00.003-07:002010-11-11T20:38:01.343-07:00Impromptu dance parties<br /><br />Chips and queso<br /><br />Orchestras<br /><br />People who have faith in me<br /><br />All of the veterans who have served our country. Thank you for everything you've done!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3724588990465598489?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-2851571770869900402010-11-10T21:02:00.001-07:002010-11-10T21:05:22.447-07:00Trying new things in the kitchen<br /><br />Video chats<br /><br />Feathered headbands<br /><br />Satin robes<br /><br />Light<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-285157177086990040?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-60607050765186454972010-11-09T20:06:00.002-07:002010-11-09T20:08:00.415-07:00Last minute dinner "dates"<br /><br />Singing<br /><br />"VIP Treatments", even if they ARE a sales pitch<br /><br />Sparkling pomegranate juice<br /><br />Improvised fry sauce<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6060705076518645497?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39964462273218313062010-11-08T20:48:00.002-07:002010-11-08T20:53:21.771-07:00Friends and family who are excited when I'm excited<br /><br />My sister's example<br /><br />Salted caramel hot chocolate<br /><br />Invitations for job interviews<br /><br />My awesome apartment<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3996446227321831306?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-34793973949467395062010-11-07T19:42:00.002-07:002010-11-07T19:45:06.168-07:00Hymns<br /><br />Pancakes<br /><br />Finally putting away the latest batch of clean laundry<br /><br />Netflix<br /><br />Water<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3479397394946739506?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-69734258727514401582010-11-06T22:40:00.001-07:002010-11-06T22:40:55.528-07:00Rope<br /><br />Harnesses<br /><br />Good belayers<br /><br />Rock Band<br /><br />The sun<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6973425872751440158?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-36540403382392129202010-11-05T22:04:00.001-07:002010-11-05T22:04:03.361-07:00Handcrafted cherry sodas<br /><br />White cheese pizzas<br /><br />Sherlock Holmes<br /><br />My mom<br /><br />Awesomeness<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3654040338239212920?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-57550367302824112062010-11-04T20:26:00.002-07:002010-11-04T20:33:25.245-07:00Trying something new with my hair and getting compliments on it<br /><br />Pho<br /><br />Friends who email me funny things, like pictures of socks with cats and mice<br /><br />Making other people smile<br /><br />Laughter<br /><br />Love<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5755036730282411206?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-40829461400821574212010-11-03T17:58:00.003-07:002010-11-03T18:08:54.907-07:00Texts like this:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/TNIHgmgGZsI/AAAAAAAAEGs/Vb7LKkN_RY0/s1600/Photo+Nov+03,+9+01+24+PM.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/TNIHgmgGZsI/AAAAAAAAEGs/Vb7LKkN_RY0/s320/Photo+Nov+03,+9+01+24+PM.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535495148664153794" border="0" /></a><br />Clean floors<br /><br />Dropbox<br /><br />Books<br /><br />Band-aids<br /><br />Garbage disposals<br /><br />Having my own washer and dryer<br /><br />You<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4082946140082157421?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-36104844960275611242010-11-02T19:07:00.002-07:002010-11-02T19:10:23.377-07:00Phones that connect me to my family and friends from any distance<br /><br />Friends who will stand in the cold, talk with me, and remind me that I am awesome<br /><br />Lamps for my dark, cave-like basement<br /><br />Fresh flowers<br /><br />Gruyere<br /><br />Trader Joe's<br /><br />Honesty<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3610484496027561124?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-19651033451226600482010-11-01T18:08:00.002-07:002010-11-01T18:18:19.008-07:00I had so much fun writing gratitude lists every day for <a href="http://nablopomo.com">NaBloPoMo</a> last year, I'm going to do it again! You can also read my more thought out musings at <a href="http://thebookguardian.blogspot.com">The Book Guardian</a>.<br /><br />So here goes.<br /><br />Today I am grateful for:<br /><br />Pret a Manger<br /><br />Warm sweaters<br /><br />Chocolate<br /><br />Bags of candy corn for 50 cents<br /><br />Wiggling my toes<br /><br />My sister<br /><br />Life!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1965103345122660048?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-13818134587558042412009-11-30T18:22:00.002-07:002009-11-30T18:27:54.104-07:00Warm, oversized sweaters<br /><br />Pomegranate 7UP<br /><br />The one person I know who reads this blog regularly<br /><br />Singing<br /><br />Herbal tea that's the perfect temperature<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1381813458755804241?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-49614897248680919882009-11-29T21:55:00.001-07:002009-11-29T21:55:10.400-07:00Catnaps in well lit rest areas<br /><br />Having time for long phone conversations whilst driving (safely)<br /><br />Swedish fish <br /><br />No one has to know how much food I dropped on myself<br /><br />My own bed<br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4961489724868091988?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-9148171692389261712009-11-28T19:53:00.002-07:002009-11-28T19:54:44.728-07:00Independent, locally owned music and bookstores<br /><br />Drinking Chocolate<br /><br />Pecan pie<br /><br />Argyle socks<br /><br />Relaxing vacations<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-914817169238926171?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-78027502812604717882009-11-27T21:43:00.001-07:002009-11-27T21:43:38.282-07:00Hole in the wall Greek restaurants<br /><br />Lighting ceremonies<br /><br />Hot chocolate<br /><br />Sobriety <br /><br />Games and being a gamer geek<br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7802750281260471788?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-13195592203854398582009-11-26T17:00:00.001-07:002009-11-26T17:00:01.421-07:00Today, my list can be found at my other blog - <a href="http://thebookguardian.blogspot.com/">The Book Guardian</a>.<br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1319559220385439858?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-26747060096842768842009-11-25T21:56:00.000-07:002009-11-25T21:57:30.656-07:00Snacks<br /><br />Audiobooks <br /><br />Bluetooth <br /><br />That I don't live in rural Kentucky<br /><br />My mechanically sound car<br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2674706009684276884?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-57219854855066444212009-11-24T16:43:00.001-07:002009-11-24T16:46:14.916-07:00Chuck Taylors<br /><br />Abs sore from working out<br /><br />Google Talk/Gchat<br /><br />My butterfly ring<br /><br />Vanilla steamers<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5721985485506644421?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-49644386229336415912009-11-23T19:52:00.003-07:002009-11-23T20:01:02.050-07:00Finishing that shelving project<br /><br />Setting up a new shower caddy (again) so that there is room in my shower<br /><br />PJ pants<br /><br />Friendly visitors<br /><br />The pullover I keep in my office<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4964438622933641591?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-83299697924017117962009-11-22T21:45:00.001-07:002009-11-22T21:47:25.846-07:00Pre-Thanksgiving dinner<br /><br />Star Trek<br /><br />Embracing my nerdiness<br /><br />Criminal Minds<br /><br />Pandas<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-8329969792401711796?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-71590097162715951562009-11-21T21:30:00.001-07:002009-11-21T21:31:37.007-07:00Mini-high school reunions<br /><br />Giant salads that feed a lot of people<br /><br />Babies<br /><br />Sleeping in<br /><br />BYU Football<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7159009716271595156?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-19141560621870016992009-11-20T19:27:00.002-07:002009-11-20T19:29:39.578-07:00Arranging music creatively<br /><br />Closing in on my massive shelving project<br /><br />Not having to impress anyone today<br /><br />Good kind of sore<br /><br />Eye candy<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1914156062187001699?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-78811731688419013122009-11-19T20:36:00.002-07:002009-11-19T20:39:23.589-07:00Stretching<br /><br />Being warm<br /><br />Making faces<br /><br />Compliments<br /><br />The black duster I pretty much live in this time of year<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7881173168841901312?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-70166363528293162902009-11-18T19:52:00.001-07:002009-11-18T19:52:08.642-07:00Glee<br /><br />Getting out of bed and working out<br /><br />Love<br /><br />Smiles<br /><br />Chocolate Kisses with caramel <br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7016636352829316290?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-79100372654605590182009-11-17T18:38:00.003-07:002009-11-17T18:42:40.535-07:00Warm socks<br /><br />Having my own apartment<br /><br />Not having an overwhelming amount of work to catch up on<br /><br />Food<br /><br />Music<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7910037265460559018?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39997679933154170342009-11-16T15:58:00.000-07:002009-11-16T16:01:15.312-07:00Being a packing wizard<br /><br />"Stealing" books from my own closet<br /><br />Father's blessings<br /><br />Modern technology<br /><br />Having spent a marvelous week with my family!<br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3999767993315417034?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-26162104525512577462009-11-15T18:00:00.000-07:002009-11-15T18:01:05.204-07:00Hugs from people who have known me for years<br /><br />Steak<br /><br />Logan<br /><br />The Princess Bride<br /><br />Game nights with long time friends<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2616210452551257746?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1405393281308541972009-11-14T23:53:00.000-07:002009-11-15T00:33:59.959-07:00Heidi<br /><br />Lisa<br /><br />Brett<br /><br />Cheesecake<br /><br />Celebrating a dear friend's sealing to her husband for time and all eternity<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-140539328130854197?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-54583120518598992562009-11-13T23:47:00.000-07:002009-11-14T00:33:04.392-07:00Emily<br /><br />Justin<br /><br />Mom<br /><br />Dad<br /><br />Being with ALL of them in the temple<br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5458312051859899256?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-52738135998154927642009-11-12T22:56:00.001-07:002009-11-12T22:56:05.463-07:00Morning walks<br /><br />Daddy daughter lunch dates<br /><br />BYU<br /><br />Belly dancing<br /><br />Henna<br /><br /><center><a href='http://blogpress.w18.net/photos/09/11/12/697.jpg'><img src='http://blogpress.w18.net/photos/09/11/12/s_697.jpg' border='0' width='210' height='281' style='margin:5px'></a></center><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5273813599815492764?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-17774738692286689762009-11-11T04:20:00.001-07:002009-11-11T04:20:38.756-07:00Things that run on schedule<br /><br />Zupa's<br /><br />A cell phone that entertains me<br /><br />Finding the energy to get myself out of bed inordinately early<br /><br />Not having to bother anyone so incredibly early<br /><br /><br />- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1777473869228668976?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-83922613773348584722009-11-10T17:27:00.002-07:002009-11-10T17:30:52.892-07:00Options<br /><br />Muppets<br /><br />Neil Gaiman<br /><br />Amazon delivering books just in time<br /><br />A full sized bed<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-8392261377334858472?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-15418882048768454322009-11-09T19:30:00.001-07:002009-11-09T19:31:39.507-07:00Dancing through the pain<br /><br />Cheese<br /><br />Five Guys fries<br /><br />Warm socks<br /><br />TiVo<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1541888204876845432?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-75417132118701349962009-11-08T20:07:00.001-07:002009-11-08T20:08:58.025-07:00Singing<br /><br />Ice packs/heating pads/neck massages<br /><br />Egg salad sandwiches<br /><br />Purple toenail polish<br /><br />Warm showers<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7541713211870134996?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-883934160645259832009-11-07T20:33:00.002-07:002009-11-07T20:33:56.102-07:00Cleaning my apartment<br /><br />Patrick Dempsey<br /><br />Smiles<br /><br />Ice cream<br /><br />Venting sessions<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-88393416064525983?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-61146453834021603862009-11-06T20:39:00.002-07:002009-11-06T20:42:40.008-07:00Being courageous<br /><br />Clean dishes<br /><br />My black duster<br /><br />Hulu<br /><br />Sleep<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6114645383402160386?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39718806854078688512009-11-05T21:29:00.001-07:002009-11-05T21:29:38.223-07:00Really good hugs<br /><br />Helping a friend<br /><br />Attacking my mail pile<br /><br />Showtunes<br /><br />My hair<br /><br /><br />-- Posted from my iPhone <br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3971880685407868851?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-20622957858375415102009-11-04T20:59:00.002-07:002009-11-04T21:12:27.672-07:00Enchiladas<br /><br />Conference Report Ensign in the mail<br /><br />Dance<br /><br />Not really knowing anyone in the audience when I fall flat on my back during the dance showcase - minimal embarassment<br /><br />Ice packs<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-2062295785837541510?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-63373880644618392652009-11-03T17:33:00.002-07:002009-11-03T17:49:53.084-07:00Living 3 miles from work<br /><br />Afternoon naps<br /><br />Leftovers when I don't feel like cooking<br /><br />Having my own washer and dryer<br /><br />Realizing that this is only week this month I will be working all 5 days<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6337388064461839265?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-13105504104554243712009-11-02T19:52:00.002-07:002009-11-02T19:59:53.553-07:00Finishing big projects<br /><br />Finishing big projects minutes before they're due<br /><br />Only finding a few mistakes in that project<br /><br />Pudding<br /><br />Purple nailpolish<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1310550410455424371?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-55925107621275386892009-11-01T20:16:00.001-07:002009-11-01T20:20:06.470-07:00Utilizing my stage makeup skillz<br /><br />Not being hurt or having my car damaged even though I was rear-ended<br /><br />Taking the high road<br /><br />Being creative<br /><br />Missionaries<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-5592510762127538689?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-49445764289943624472009-01-27T09:11:00.002-07:002009-01-27T09:17:46.406-07:00Considerate friends<br /><br />Inservice meetings that aren't boring<br /><br />Cute skirts<br /><br />Cute tights<br /><br />Temple<br /><br />Warm beds<br /><br />Herbal tea<br /><br />My fabulous red coat<br /><br />Fluxx<br /><br />Blogging<br /><br />Adventures<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4944576428994362447?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-87779183966180433132009-01-12T14:36:00.001-07:002009-01-12T14:46:12.816-07:00<a href="http://thebookguardian.blogspot.com/2009/01/shiny-and-new.html">Shiny new phones</a><br /><br />Perfect lunch suggestions<br /><br />Good-looking men<br /><br />Hugs<br /><br />Piano sing-a-longs<br /><br />My hilarious family<br /><br />You! For still checking this blog!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-8777918396618043313?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-46031444738402200332008-04-07T14:21:00.002-07:002008-04-07T14:23:54.125-07:00General Conference<br /><br />Boys<br /><br />Girl time<br /><br />Crafts<br /><br />Thrift store finds<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/R_qQ1hpVZLI/AAAAAAAAB7Y/uP4VQjBWsm0/s1600-h/shoes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/R_qQ1hpVZLI/AAAAAAAAB7Y/uP4VQjBWsm0/s320/shoes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5186617170109752498" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Finding ten dollars in a bag I haven't used for a while<br /><br />A fantastically great weekend!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-4603144473840220033?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39431392659460849282007-11-22T09:00:00.000-07:002007-11-22T09:19:02.455-07:00Mom<br /><br />Dad<br /><br />Justin<br /><br />Emily<br /><br />Logan<br /><br />A bunch of friends and extended family members I won't list, because I'm sure I'll leave someone out<br /><br />Good job<br /><br />Beautiful weather<br /><br />Doing well in school<br /><br />BYU Football<br /><br />TiVo<br /><br />Netflix<br /><br />Skype<br /><br />Temple<br /><br />Family Home Evening<br /><br />Living on the East Coast<br /><br />Learning patience<br /><br />Singing<br /><br />Dancing<br /><br />The cutest "nephew" in the whole world<br /><br />Reliable car<br /><br />Things to look forward to<br /><br />Being comfortable with myself, no matter what<br /><br />The Atonement<br /><br />Great roommates<br /><br />Good food<br /><br />Running<br /><br />Washington, D. C.<br /><br />Feeling safe and loved, even when I'm alone<br /><br />You<br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/R0WrtHDjgsI/AAAAAAAAAug/HpZtilRKMEc/s1600-h/tday01.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_GNoj44v_9ZY/R0WrtHDjgsI/AAAAAAAAAug/HpZtilRKMEc/s320/tday01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135699741562340034" border="0" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3943139265946084928?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-77958692509277771982007-09-05T18:43:00.000-07:002007-09-05T18:46:17.138-07:00Going home<br /><br />Old friends<br /><br />Temple<br /><br />Seeing family<br /><br />Starting grad school<br /><br />Understanding what we're talking about in my classes<br /><br />Music<br /><br />Great hugs<br /><br />Cuddling with a good friend<br /><br />New babies<br /><br />Being an "aunt"<br /><br />Feeling really loved<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7795869250927777198?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-39194461674537380592007-07-06T10:01:00.000-07:002007-07-06T10:06:50.502-07:00Independence Day in DC<br /><br />Internet Radio<br /><br />Bopping around to Love Shack while in my own personal office<br /><br />Not having to get all gussied up for work when I'm too tired to care<br /><br />Finally getting through all the returns<br /><br />Having a really good back up plan<br /><br />Free meat<br /><br />Fun roommates<br /><br />My room is STILL clean<br /><br />Cross country movie parties<br /><br />Being comfortable (but not complacent!)<br /><br />The gospel<br /><br />Planning trips for home<br /><br />Best brother ever<br /><br />My sister is pretty darn cool too<br /><br />Prayer<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3919446167453738059?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-15382104439678593252007-06-27T07:40:00.001-07:002007-06-27T07:46:50.724-07:00Really. I have a new blog with actual content, and not just lists. Check it out!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thebookguardian.blogspot.com/">http://www.thebookguardian.blogspot.com</a><br /><br />However, speaking of lists:<br /><br />Semi-annual sales<br /><br />Sexy shoes on clearance<br /><br />Unexpectedly getting 20% off<br /><br />Flirting with the cashier, who then uses your expired $10 gift card (it only expired last month *eyelash batting*)<br /><br />Fun shopping outings with the roommate<br /><br />Winning a distance award with a paper airplane, even if it is Shortest Distance<br /><br />A day at the beach<br /><br />Not getting a sunburn<br /><br />Keeping my room totally clean for a week!<br /><br />A night at home with very little responsibility<br /><br />Hugs<br /><br />John Cusack<br /><br />Dancing<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-1538210443967859325?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-70006406936147517962007-06-14T18:40:00.000-07:002007-06-14T19:01:00.514-07:00Wow. Haven't been here for awhile. I missed my blogiversary, birthday, Mother's Day, Earth Day, and probably a lot of patron saint days. I guess it's a good thing I'm not Catholic. However, today is Flag Day! Let's celebrate!<br /><br /><strong>Why I love (am grateful for) living here:</strong><br /><br />I'm smack in the middle of the East Coast, and there are so many things within a day's drive.<br /><br />Perfect mix of suburban, rural, and urban - all within 30 minutes. <br /><br />Weather. Real weather. When it rains, it actually rains!<br /><br />Southern food and culture<br /><br /><strong>Other great things:</strong><br /><strong></strong><br />Duck Beach<br /><br />Cute, new swimsuit<br /><br />An AWESOME roommate<br /><br />Newly redecorated house<br /><br />My birthday didn't totally suck this year<br /><br />Learning new lessons, and being able to afford the expensive ones<br /><br />Getting accepted to grad school<br /><br />Fazookie (trust me, it's good)<br /><br />Cute hair (and a great hairstylist)<br /><br />My dancer winning a CAPPIE<br /><br />LUSH<br /><br />Paying things off<br /><br />Being in charge of me<br /><br />SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIUS<br /><br />Singing<br /><br />Dancing<br /><br />Boogie boarding<br /><br />My sister<br /><br />My parents<br /><br />Netflix<br /><br />Clean laundry<br /><br /><br />I think that'll do for now. I'll try to blog more in the future. Also, I'd love to know who actually reads this thing, so post a comment and say hi!<br /><br />Life is good. :)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-7000640693614751796?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-33337579226567109292007-04-16T13:43:00.000-07:002007-04-16T13:47:16.970-07:00Today is one of those days that I really need to make this list:<br /><br />Living alone<br /><br />Cute clothes<br /><br />New fun job<br /><br />Homestretch of a show<br /><br />Cute pair<br /><br />Pink hair! (yes, I have pink streaks in my hair)<br /><br />Being healthy<br /><br />Fantastic lasagna<br /><br />Still having motivation in at least some direction<br /><br />Tetris<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-3333757922656710929?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-69393566297999140142007-03-19T10:02:00.000-07:002007-03-19T10:26:42.916-07:00Holding hands<br /><br />Beautiful music<br /><br />New friends<br /><br />Free furniture<br /><br />New bedroom<br /><br />Outfitting my house<br /><br />Living alone, though it will probably won't be for long<br /><br />Dancing, and teaching dance<br /><br />Offers to perform on short notice, and rocking it<br /><br />Old friends<br /><br />Smiling, and being noted for it<br /><br />Life is good :)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-6939356629799914014?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1168970148141554842007-01-16T10:51:00.000-07:002007-01-16T10:55:48.153-07:00I haven't even had lunch yet, and today rocks! <br /><br />My GRE score is good enough for the MLIS program I want<br /><br />All the teachers like me today<br /><br />I'm not falling asleep at my desk<br /><br />Overhead this weekend: "[Amanda]'s sassy. That's why I like her."<br /><br />I get to work for the Wicked National Tour in Baltimore for a few weeks<br /><br />I happen to look really cute (though the only person I've seen so far is the office mail guy)<br /><br />I'm just in a really good mood. This is great news!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-116897014814155484?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1167931281221581052007-01-04T10:11:00.000-07:002007-01-04T10:21:21.233-07:00I really should post more often. Is it too late to make New Year's Resolutions? But here we go:<br /><br />Christmas at home with my wonderful family!<br /><br />Late night chats with worthwhile people<br /><br />My health<br /><br />People who believe in me<br /><br />Flirting<br /><br />Good hugs<br /><br />Playing Pirates Life while watching Pirates 2<br /><br />NYC at Christmas<br /><br />Ender and Kim's hospitality<br /><br />Warm, fuzzy socks<br /><br />Standing my ground<br /><br />Smiling<br /><br />Being cheered up<br /><br />Love<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-116793128122158105?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1164598294284545192006-11-26T20:25:00.000-07:002006-11-26T20:31:34.296-07:00I can't let this holiday go completely by without making note of it. Happy Thanksgiving all!<br /><br />Spending Thanksgiving Day with a wonderful friend<br /><br />Cooking good food<br /><br />Il Divo on PBS<br /><br />Leopard print slippers<br /><br />Clean room<br /><br />New haircut<br /><br />Sold out run of a very fun show<br /><br />Great cast members<br /><br />New friends<br /><br />Cougars winning the Holy War!<br /><br />Checking out a whole stack of library books<br /><br />Being a nerd<br /><br />Wonderful family<br /><br />My health<br /><br />Thoughtful "daughters"<br /><br />Being appreciated<br /><br />Being liked<br /><br />Being emotionally strong (most of the time)<br /><br />Pretty hands<br /><br />And now, it's time for CHRISTMAS!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-116459829428454519?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1162348692589559042006-10-31T19:32:00.000-07:002006-10-31T19:38:12.600-07:00I LOVE HALLOWEEN!!<br /><br />Candy<br /><br />Sweets<br /><br />Costumes<br /><br />Trick-or-treaters<br /><br />Confidence<br /><br />Owning a beautiful painting<br /><br />Boxed cereal<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-116234869258955904?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1160449147228000972006-10-09T19:55:00.000-07:002006-10-09T19:59:07.236-07:00Day off!<br /><br />Sarah Jane<br /><br />Good pictures<br /><br />Standing up for my feelings<br /><br />Having those feelings respected<br /><br />Clean room<br /><br />My dress coming completely clean<br /><br />Feeling very much in charge of my life<br /><br />Safety nets<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-116044914722800097?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1159843835292965592006-10-02T19:32:00.000-07:002006-10-02T19:50:35.303-07:00Diagnosing and fixing my own car<br /><br />Having enough to cover the repairs I can't fix<br /><br />New embroidery projects<br /><br />Gracious roommates<br /><br />Looking dang fine today<br /><br />Over a month's worth of groceries for less than $50<br /><br />Trying a new and scary product, and loving it<br /><br />Saving the environment<br /><br />My family<br /><br />Good times with good friends even at great distances<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115984383529296559?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1157559574447638342006-09-06T09:12:00.000-07:002006-09-06T09:19:36.046-07:00Calming down<br /><br />Not being sick anymore!<br /><br />Girl talk<br /><br />Being appreciated and needed<br /><br />Slip and slides<br /><br />Not always needing my roommates to be my social liasons<br /><br />Being an adult!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115755957444763834?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156995269562521902006-08-30T20:26:00.000-07:002006-08-30T20:34:29.573-07:00Fun motivational speakers<br /><br />Locking my office for the day<br /><br />Ibuprofen<br /><br />Awesome commute<br /><br />Avoiding people that annoy me<br /><br />Being trusted to do my job<br /><br />Knowing I <em>can</em> do my job<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115699526956252190?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156899868857033912006-08-29T17:54:00.000-07:002006-08-29T18:04:28.866-07:00Bleach<br /><br />My hair<br /><br />Webcams<br /><br />Red shoes<br /><br />Pink shoes<br /><br />Yes, dang it, I like shoes<br /><br />Falling asleep happy<br /><br />My dog is just so darn cute<br /><br />Making someone else laugh<br /><br />Knowing there are at least a few people that I think I'm something special<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115689986885703391?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156726513025692102006-08-27T17:44:00.000-07:002006-08-27T17:55:13.033-07:00Sunday morning brunch<br /><br />Finally hearing from someone<br /><br />Wearing pjs<br /><br />Compliments<br /><br />Girly giggles<br /><br />Everybody's home<br /><br />Finding Heidi a very possible reception center!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115672651302569210?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156646266105873672006-08-26T19:28:00.000-07:002006-08-26T19:37:46.116-07:00Successful dinner parties<br /><br />Sleeping in for as long as I want<br /><br />Unpacking even more<br /><br /><em>Joe versus the Volcano</em><br /><br />Talking to my mom<br /><br />Friends being happy<br /><br />Am I out on a date tonight? Obviously not. But I had a good time with friends! AND, I'm not out with a bore or a jerk. I can definitely handle that.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115664626610587367?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156552656269863492006-08-25T17:32:00.000-07:002006-08-25T17:37:36.286-07:00So I'm home alone on a Friday night. Not ideal, but oh well!<br /><br />I love the 80's!<br /><br />Half-days of work<br /><br />Dreams that aren't real (last night was odd)<br /><br />Dressing up a little<br /><br />Clean hair<br /><br />"Good morning"<br /><br />Having the same breakfast as my mom, 2000 miles away<br /><br />Smiling<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115655265626986349?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156474623596266752006-08-24T19:54:00.000-07:002006-08-24T19:57:03.610-07:00Candlelit bubble baths<br /><br />Well behaved children at rehearsals<br /><br />Going home early, again<br /><br />Being in charge<br /><br />Cookies and cream ice cream topped with caramel<br /><br />Leftover pizza<br /><br />Rainbow rotini with alfredo<br /><br />Not caring that everyone knows a good portion of what I ate today :)<br /><br />Apologizing<br /><br />Looking forward to tomorrow!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115647462359626675?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156372897282986332006-08-23T15:36:00.000-07:002006-08-23T15:41:37.293-07:00Ordering pizza with my roommate<br /><br />Roommates I get along with<br /><br />Surviving lunches with people I didn't want to go to lunch with<br /><br />Starting to get my finances in good order<br /><br />Lower insurance premiums<br /><br />Additional coverage and it still being lower<br /><br />Not running around crazy like, but still being comfortably busy<br /><br />And the pizza's here!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115637289728298633?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156302435475242462006-08-22T19:56:00.000-07:002006-08-22T20:07:15.486-07:00Playing Mrs. Potiphar<br /><br />F.N.T.<br /><br />Chocolate<br /><br />Being a little gutsy<br /><br />Sleeping animals<br /><br />Me sleeping<br /><br />Wearing new shoes<br /><br />Good first rehearsals<br /><br />Planning trips<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115630243547524246?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1156126781736553692006-08-20T19:06:00.000-07:002006-08-20T19:19:41.786-07:00So, a little story. I didn't plan for this to be a story blog, but I feel one is necessary at this point. Back in May, I lost the job I hated. Good because I didn't have to work there anymore, but bad because I was suddenly unemployed. Luckily, I'd applied for some part time work while I was employed full time, and two of those jobs came through, as well as finally starting a directing project I'd been offered in March. If you have done the math, that means I was now working three part time jobs. Needless to say, I was a little busy. Still, I managed to have time to look for a new full time job. <br /><br />I only applied for one job out of state. It was the perfect job for me, just what I wanted, it was just in a completely different part of the country. I didn't even remotely expect to get it. However, I wouldn't be talking about it now if I hadn't. So, I packed up and moved across the country to the great state of Virginia! The last month or so I've been settling in, getting used to a new job and a new place.<br /><br />Therefore, I haven't blogged in ages. But I'm back. Hopefully for a while!<br /><br />And without further adieu:<br /><br />The perfect job!<br /><br />Modern technology that makes the span of the country a little more narrow<br /><br />Supportive friends and family<br /><br />A car that could handle the cross country drive full to the brim<br /><br />Cheap new furniture<br /><br />Finally getting out of my contract back home<br /><br />Johnny Depp<br /><br />My best friend finally getting engaged!!!<br /><br />Being asked to be a maid of honor<br /><br />Breaking into the community theatre very quickly (rehearsals start Tuesday)<br /><br />New friends<br /><br />More new friends<br /><br />Midnight phone calls<br /><br />Laughing<br /><br />Pandas!!<br /><br />Getting more and more unpacked everyday<br /><br />Settling in<br /><br />Good roommates<br /><br />Autonomy<br /><br />Trust<br /><br />No regrets<br /><br />Singing<br /><br />Swimming<br /><br />Ultimate Frisbee<br /><br />And you for reading this blog!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115612678173655369?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1150491054312288752006-06-16T13:48:00.000-07:002006-06-16T13:50:54.320-07:00To anyone who reads this: I'm sorry I haven't been keeping up with this. Life has been just a mite crazy around here and it's hard to keep this up. But, I'm back!<br /><br />Learning new skills<br /><br />Staying afloat<br /><br />New jobs<br /><br />Children<br /><br />Children's theatre<br /><br />Laughing really hard<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-115049105431228875?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1149140167693472382006-05-31T22:33:00.000-07:002006-05-31T22:36:07.703-07:00Being able to see<br /><br />Very productive dance classes<br /><br />Being, at the very least, okay<br /><br />Feeling wanted<br /><br />Generous parents<br /><br />My car didn't break down<br /><br />Silverware for a $1, even if it's ugly<br /><br />Knowing at least one person is reading this blog<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114914016769347238?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1149013963683226432006-05-30T11:29:00.000-07:002006-05-30T11:32:43.690-07:00I'm back. It's been a really rough week, which means I probably should have posted even more to get through it. Better late than never.<br /><br />Comfort<br /><br />Hugs<br /><br />Funny movies<br /><br />"Firefly"<br /><br />Hogle Zoo<br /><br />My family<br /><br />Birthdays!<br /><br />Saturday morning cartoons<br /><br />Thoughtful birthday presents<br /><br />Part-time work<br /><br />Physical therapy<br /><br />Sleep<br /><br />Not being desperate . . . yet<br /><br />Love<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114901396368322643?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1148454523246467162006-05-24T00:08:00.000-07:002006-05-24T00:08:43.253-07:00If you can't say something nice, don't say nuthin' at all.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114845452324646716?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1148332802977880132006-05-22T14:14:00.000-07:002006-05-22T14:20:02.986-07:00Midnight talks on the front porch<br /><br />Hugs<br /><br />Calming down<br /><br />Calming someone else<br /><br />Working through awkwardness<br /><br />Clean patios<br /><br />Dancing<br /><br />Contacts/solution that work<br /><br />Salmon<br /><br />A cool basement<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114833280297788013?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1148097968967756932006-05-19T21:04:00.000-07:002006-05-19T21:06:08.973-07:00Being marketable<br /><br />Little kids<br /><br />Not going hungry<br /><br />Dressing up just for fun<br /><br />Not needing to be validated, at least for today<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114809796896775693?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1148019906027544442006-05-18T23:19:00.000-07:002006-05-18T23:25:06.036-07:00Three day weekends<br /><br />New classes (ASL and tap)<br /><br />Evite.com<br /><br />No more Cup of Noodles<br /><br />Safety<br /><br />Great ideas<br /><br />Running into old friends<br /><br />Car washes<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114801990602754444?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147900532082403482006-05-17T13:43:00.000-07:002006-05-17T14:15:32.086-07:00Cute new pants<br /><br />M&Ms<br /><br />Helping out a friend<br /><br />Heidi and I keeping each other virtual company whilst working<br /><br />Feeling loved<br /><br />Feeling beautiful<br /><br />General satisfaction, at least for today<br /><br />Healing<br /><br />Being rebellious and sleeping in until 6:20AM<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114790053208240348?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147834312605547732006-05-16T19:49:00.000-07:002006-05-16T19:51:52.610-07:00Finally getting to the root of the problem<br /><br />Naps<br /><br />Cheese<br /><br />Being relaxed<br /><br />My brother<br /><br />A clean apartment (as soon as I get myself back off this couch . . .)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114783431260554773?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147753281897031492006-05-15T21:10:00.000-07:002006-05-15T21:23:18.663-07:00Yesterday was Mother's Day. I love her very much. She'll talk to me whenever I need to. She gives the best hugs and back scratches. She supports me in whatever I decide to do, and loves hearing about my adventures. She's a beautiful woman, and those are just a few reasons why I love her very much.<br /><br />That said, I also love my grandmothers. They both love and support me unconditionally. I only get to see one of them with any regularity, but I know that they are both there for me. I'm so grateful that they are still around and part of my life.<br /><br />Clothing sales<br /><br />Payday<br /><br />Short, slicked back ponytails<br /><br />Martin Scorsese<br /><br />Fairies<br /><br />Coworkers that are my friends<br /><br />A good night's sleep<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114775328189703149?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147629383831196592006-05-14T10:49:00.000-07:002006-05-14T10:56:23.836-07:00Not growing up in the 1860s<br /><br />Boxed cereal<br /><br />Strawberries<br /><br />Old friends<br /><br />Sleeping in<br /><br />Saying no<br /><br />Cuddly cats<br /><br />Beautiful films<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114762938383119659?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147374097230030372006-05-11T11:50:00.000-07:002006-05-11T12:01:37.236-07:00Today is one of those days where I have to force myself to write this list:<br /><br />My entire dance company skipping dance class to go get ice cream and talk<br /><br />Best friends (again)<br /><br />Going home early from work to recover from the day<br /><br />Sexy new glasses<br /><br />A lighter and a book I should have destroyed a long time ago<br /><br />Trying again<br /><br />A good stove<br /><br />Laughing<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114737409723003037?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27828763.post-1147282661868739712006-05-10T10:33:00.000-07:002006-05-10T10:37:41.870-07:00My boss just put brownie a la mode on my desk. Mmmm.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/27828763-114728266186873971?l=amandagratitude.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>AmandaStretchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09649673692690240933noreply@blogger.com0