Just a few weeks ago, it was Christmas, then New Year and now January 2016 has come an end. It’s gone forever. We can only witness future January’s of other years, but never the last one.![1454425406714[1]](https://acookingpotandtwistedtales.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/14544254067141.jpg)
January took some famous and acclaimed personalities with it, as well as so many other souls, but a whole lot of us are blessed to be well and see another new month cycle in.
That just keeps drawing the transient state of our lives home, that we truly have to spend our days living our best lives now and being happy with it.
As we pursue our dreams and aspirations with tenacity, buoyed with the desire to achieve a whole lot of different things, I am thankful for having had the Grace to stay on course with a good number of things that I set to do.
I am grateful that I have not lost the courage or the zeal to keep pushing along, because it is really so easy to get derailed with the little things that life throws in our path.
I am grateful for the stream of ideas that keeps coming to me and the strength to see them through. Sometimes, the wellspring of inspiration and creativity can run dry, leaving one grasping, so, for me, it is indeed a privilege thus far, to have a fountain that bubbles with inspiration.
I am grateful that for the first time in months, the aches and pains that plagued me has receded quite a bit and I can pencil this down to the consistent little exercising that I have been doing.
I feel a lot more limber and thankful for that. Sometimes, the discomfort of my Myalgia that I have in my back would keep me uncomfortable and awake at nights.
Living in a state of thankfulness, keeps the elusive Unicorn of Happiness close by. That way, you get to ride on it often enough.
Welcome to a new month of abundant blessings and inspiration. Never forget that the little seed of gratitude that you sow, grows into a bountiful harvest for your thanksgiving.
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© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha
a cooking pot and twisted tales 
Good to know that you are feeling a little better physically Jacqueline
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Thanks dear Colline. It’s really so much better now with keeping fit.
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I didn’t know you were having back troubles Jackie…I may have overlooked that post. I actually googled myalgia cuz I had never heard of it before. Fibromyalgia, yes…but didn’t know they were related. Glad to see you in good spirits, as always. I hope your health gets better as well!
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Thanks dear. I have had it for quite a while especially when I started having my kids but I don’t dwell on it. It’s just that I am trying to deal with it through keeping fit and it’s really helpful.
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Yes my dear neighbor, even small activity walking and some will help the ole backs……me as well happy to say I am a bit better since trying just a little bit 😀 Onto February !!
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I agree completely Sarah. The little physical activity is helping a great deal. I am glad you too feel better.
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THanks 😀 you are way busier than I but I am way better than I have been in a long time….I got to get some rest, it is Yesterday here lol
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The time difference always fascinates me. A bit like time travel 😉
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Yes it is bizarre see I posted today when I was right there in yesterday
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I am glad you are in less pain. Even a little exercise little walks/stretching/yoga is helpful. Great that you’ve been exercising and that it helps. Happy February I wish you happiness and an interesting month 🙂
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Thanks dear Mandi. Exercises and stretching is really so helpful and I am happy that I have been more diligent 😊
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Hope you are doing well! Sorry you have been having pain! xxx
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Thanks mama dear. The exercises are really helpful
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Yes they are amazing and help with many things! xxx
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Beautifully true quote, Jacqueline–when I figured out that Gratitude was the key to so much, I became a rich woman.
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True and the best attitude. Well done 🙂
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🙂
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Aches and pains can really wear you down, glad you’re feeling better.
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I am too sis. Thank you 🙂
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