A letter of Thanks (& wild ’stuff’ coming!)
November 24, 2010 – 3:07 pm
Dear Girlfriend,
To know me is to know I’m a whimp! I tear up over OnStar commercials, how my dog looks at me (probably more hunger than love, but I like to believe!) and when I see a grandmother and grandchild holding hands. I love to watch strangers interact in a kind way on trains or even in traffic. And, I can’t help but be overwhelmed with the blessings in my life like friends, family and faith that the coming year will see me even closer to my dream of inspiring women and female friendship.
You guessed it, what makes me the whimp-iest are my friends! I am humbled by their inspiration, support and love. I am forever in-debt for their generousity, hospitality and acceptance. I feel deep, DEEP girlfriend gratitude – and hope you do too.
That’s what Girlfriendology is all about – inspiration, appreciation and celebration of female friendship.
But we would never be able to do those things without the support, encouragement and involvement of Read More »
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For all our Girlfriends … we give thanks.
November 24, 2010 – 1:29 pm
For every girlfriend who blesses our life, let’s give thanks.
For the friends in our past who taught us how to be a better friend, who shared their lives with us, who gave us grace when we weren’t as good of a friend as we should have been … we give thanks.
To the sisters who are more our girlfriends because they know us so well – and don’t hold that against us(!) (-: … we give thanks.
To the women we may not even know personally who have gone before us to fight for our rights, to stand up to discrimination, to make the world a better place for us, our daughters, our friends and generations to come … we give thanks.
For the smiles of strangers, the kindness of others, the grace we’re shown on a daily basis … we give thanks.
And, for the friends who make us laugh when we want to cry, who spend time with us even when their schedules are full, who support our dreams and inspire us to be the best friend and woman we can be, who give and give and give some more and whose hugs can heal all things … we give thanks.
Who are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?
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Girlfriendology Update – Giving Thanks for Friends & Family …
November 22, 2010 – 12:45 pm
… and friends who are more like family. (-:
Wow, it’s here. It’s THANKSGIVING … the day we stop to spend time together, to give thanks for all the people in our life and to enjoy our bountiful blessings. What a fabulous holiday, what a wonderful reason to gather with the people we love and what a fabulous reminder to give thanks.
What are you thankful for girlfriend?
We’re thankful for the amazing women who make up this Girlfriendology community. You continue to inspire us to want to be a better friend. Thanks for sharing your life with us. We’d love to know more about you, things you’re thankful for and what you’re up to for Thanksgiving. Below is our weekly girlfriend 3-question survey. Let us know how you’re feeling about this season of Read More »
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Girlfriend Recommendations: Thankful for these Fab Females
November 19, 2010 – 1:01 pm
Thankful for Fall, Friends and Thanksgiving!
It’s official – we’re in ‘the season.’ The holidays are here. Abundant ads push every potential gift, food and decoration. Radio stations have switched their formats to Alvin and the Chipmunks, Frosty and the dreaded ‘Grandma got run over by a Reindeer.’ Fun plans with family and friends are already filling up the weeks ahead with opportunities to celebrate, connect and consume.
Before we get into the hectic holidays, let’s stop to appreciate the act of giving thanks, of recognizing the blessings and beautiful people in our lives, and for the gifts we receive on a daily basis. Let’s acknowledge the goodness of people, the kindness of strangers and the beauty of friendship. Let’s be genuinely thankful – in an active, participative way.
So, our assignment for the coming week is to be conscious of the amazing friends and family who bless your life. Be actively aware of their kindness, support, humor and love. Be reminded of the past year and the loving friends who have been there for you. Just stop for a moment, forget the hectic holidays, and remember to Read More »
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Girlfriendology Update – Girlfriend Gratitude & Thanksgiving
November 15, 2010 – 11:16 pm
Hey girlfriend – how’s your attitude of gratitude?
“We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.”
Thornton Wilde
Don’t you just love Thanksgiving? It’s the perfect holiday that incorporates all races, religions, political parties, friends and family. And it’s the perfect reminder of how very, very blessed we are to be alive, to have time and memories with friends and family, and to, even in the toughest situation, continue to carry hope with us.
Are you ‘conscious of your treasures?’ How’s your attitude of gratitude?
Do you recognize the miracles that happen all around you? From the birth of Read More »
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Giving Girlfriend Gifts of Gratitude
November 9, 2010 – 5:26 pm
When was the last ‘gift of gratitude’ you gave a girlfriend?
It’s November, the month of Thanksgiving, aka: giving thanks. It’s when we (hopefully!) stop and appreciate the people, and not just things, in our lives. It’s a wonderful time to show gratitude to girlfriends for their friendship and support.
So, no need to wait for a birthday or a recognized holiday to give a ‘I’m so thankful I know you’ gift of love and appreciation. Wouldn’t you feel special if your friend did that for you? Why not start the trend?
Here’s a few ideas for this season of giving thanks (or even a Thanksgiving gift!) – great girlfriend gifts for the amazing women in your life:
* BECAUSE YOU’RE SO SPECIAL GIFT BASKET – A special gift for a special friend. Contains something special for everyone – from Read More »
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Keep the Girlfriend Gratitude Going
December 1, 2009 – 9:11 am
The more ’stuff’ life heaps on me (you know, the not-so-fun stuff, the things that stress you out), the more I need my girlfriends.
I’m so thankful for each of the wonderful women who bless my life, who make me a better person, who give me grace and support, who ‘do life’ with me. So thankful. Thanksgiving’s over but it’s always a great day to show some girlfriend gratitude! Read More »
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Girlfriend Gratitude & Black Friday
November 25, 2009 – 11:49 am
Thanksgiving – tis the season of THANKS and GIVING, right?
Who have you thanked recently? Whom should you show ‘girlfriend gratitude?’ We’re talking about this in our special Wednesday-edition of the Girlfriendology newsletter. (Sign up to receive it on the orange tab to the left.) Read More »
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It’s Thanksgiving – Show some Girlfriend Gratitude
November 25, 2009 – 7:31 am
Call me ‘old fashioned,’ but I remind people to say ‘Please.’ (And welcome the reminder myself if needed.) I prefer ‘You’re welcome‘ to ‘no problem’ when I say ‘Thank you.’ (Don’t even get me started on that one!) And, when I sneeze, I love when even strangers respond with ‘Bless you,’ not ‘Gesundheit.’ These are just common courtesies that show respect and politeness.
At Thanksgiving we have an opportunity to show this respect and appreciation through saying ‘Thank You’ in all kinds of ways to all the people who bless our lives. Read More »
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