Gratitude List – February 2020

The 29 days of February did not feel long. For me, the days passed by quick and were good. Though work was on the higher side, it was fulfilling and kept me on my toes. I had busy weekends but in a good way.

I worked out, took care of myself, worked hard and also made some memories. Coming to think of things that happened over the month, I felt that they were in the right direction. And when they were not, I decided to roll with it.

Here are a few things (you know this list is never exhaustive) that made me happy and I am grateful for:

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Clik here to view.  I love my morning cuppa. On most work days, I have my ginger chai before rushing for workout but whether I am in a rush or not, it’s one thing that’s my ritual. Grateful for mornings that are quiet and let my day begin on the right note.

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Clik here to view.  VT and I visited Esha and J this month. I love when people I meet for the first time turn out to be so warm. VT loved chatting with J and I was bowled over by Esha’s hospitality. The home cooked food (read chicken) was delicious. I am grateful that we met them.

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Clik here to view. I continued the momentum on my fitness and worked out on 19 days of the month. Over the month, I practiced strength training, cardio and yoga.

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Clik here to view. At the start of the year, I decided that I would call more friends and family than the previous years. So this February I called a few people who I hadn’t in a long time. Ditch the Whatsapp and make calls. It is so much better and brings people closer.

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Clik here to view. On my way to work, we listen to radio. I Whatsapp answers and thoughts as the RJ asks. Twice this month, I got a call from RJ Jimmy. I did not go on air but it was fun when suddenly Jimmy would say, “Here’s what Parul has to say.” Little joys, I tell you!

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Clik here to view. Starting March, I have new clients to support. My work remains the same though it will be a different experience. Over the last three years, I have had some great learnings. I am grateful for the team I was a part of and my boss. As the news of my move unfolded, I received a lot of appreciative messages. I feel valued at work and it is a blessing.

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Clik here to view. Have you ever had bonda soup? Please try. If you skip lunch and want to have something filling and delicious as evening snack, bonda soup is the best. On three occasions this month, VT and I had this at our local darshini.

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Clik here to view. My father-in-law went through a surgery this month and he is doing well. I am grateful that VT’s nephew (RC) who is all of 20 is such a great support. Between him and VT’s brother, they managed the hospital stuff and things got better. The doctor was also a good person and I am grateful my father-in-law was in good hands.

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Clik here to view. VT and I were running an errand over a weekend and after eons we ditched the car and hopped into the metro. I loved walking on Church Street, made a road side chai stop, walked and talked and then took a quick metro ride back home. Public transport should be stronger and then is when it becomes a city’s lifeline. Bangalore has a long way to go but maybe someday.

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Clik here to view. My parents celebrated 39 years of wedding this month and they are my favorite couple. Their anniversary rituals are goals. I am grateful that I have these two amazing people in life who I get to call Mum and Papa.

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Clik here to view. I picked up Normal People by Sally Rooney this month. This is my third book of the year and I need to pick up pace. Though I am always grateful for the company of good books. (If you pick up that book using my link above, know that I will earn a small commission with no additional cost to you.)

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Clik here to view. VT and I visited RJ and SB this month and loved seeing their little girl AB for the first time. Happiness is being with people who matter and this little champ (and her parents) matters.

There was a lot of action this month. We are hunting for a house to call our own and that hunt should be over soon. Amidst the workout, we finished left over Rum cake from Christmas. At work, NK brought cup cakes for the team. I binged like there was no tomorrow. Can you believe I don’t have pictures? My organization hosted an event for women engineers and I got a day to learn new things. Grateful that my friends GK and SK were able to attend this event. That morning, I did a quick Gurudwara run and loved the morning calm.

My 366 days photo project on social media finished 60 days and it is not as hard as I had imagined. So thank you to those who have been following the updates.

So all in all, February was good. It had a few moments that I felt weak but the rest of the energy pulled me up. I am looking forward to March. This will again be an action packed month but let’s see.

How was your February? Did you feel that it was long with that extra day in hand?

Linking up with Vidya’s gratitude circle.

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