As Independance day approaches and I prepare to celebrate with my family and welcome a new generation (my grandniece) to the party, I think about my recent pledge to myself to live free from complaining. A few weeks ago as I was watching SUNDAY MORNING on CBS, a "human interest" story came on about a community in the midwest, I think, that took a pledge to participate in "A Complaint Free World (.com)". They monitored themselves by wearing a purple bracelet that they switched wrists with when they caught themselves complaining. The goal is to go 21 days free of complaining. There is a book and CD that gives furthur explanation, available from their website. I ordered several bracelets to give to my friends if they wished. I will also send you one (as long as I still have them available) if you'd like, at no charge. Just email me with your name and address. It's been a great reminder to myself to grateful and not grumpy!

Enjoy the upcoming 4th of July, have fun, stay safe, and display your attitude of gratitude.:) By the way, this is my first blog experience ever.