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22 days of gratitude and giveaways- day two!

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By Tracy Verdugo

So grateful today to read all of your posts
each one reminds me of the multitude of blessings we all have
even in the darkest times
we can focus on the small things that 
bring us joy

i'm also grateful for being lost 
and found
one brings us to a place
which can feel scary
but can also offer fresh perspectives
elements of surprise
spiritual epiphanies
the other feels like coming home
safe, nurturing, whole.
but it would be hard to recognise one
 without the other wouldn't it? ❤️


Tomorrow I'll tell you a little story
 about getting lost and found earlier this week
 on the enchanted Isle of Anglesey in Wales. 
It involves a walk through this forest....


And a fifth century Celtic saint who once lived beyond this gate....

Until then I'm super excited to announce the very first winner of my 22 days of gratitude and giveaways!!

The winner for Day one is

CINDY BENKO!!!

Congratulations Cindy!
You are now registered for the next session of 
Paint Mojo the ecourse!! 

and for those who didn't win today
please keep checking in daily
until July 22nd
sharing the things you are grateful for 
and each day I will draw another winner!!

hasta manana beautiful ones!
lots of love

 Tracy xoxoxo

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Angelwolfstorm said…
I'm grateful that I have the ability to see the doctors I need to for my fibro. I know some people don't and I can't imagine that.
July 1, 2015 at 11:04 AM
sedna said…
today I am grateful for a good fan on a hot day, and harmony made with friends!
July 1, 2015 at 11:06 AM
Anonymous said…
I am grateful that my little puppy is healing well after some major health issues this year. He brings me and my family so much joy.

July 1, 2015 at 11:07 AM
Unknown said…
I have so much to be grateful for. Today, I'm thankful for my sense of wonder and how I see beauty in the crusty, dusty, and musty. It's helped me become a better writer, photographer, artist, and human being.
July 1, 2015 at 11:09 AM
Vanessa Kiki Johanning said…
I am so grateful for having the freedom to enjoy making art..that it's not a quite private anguished feeling of creating ... But rather a celebration every time I dive into the paint!!
Happy to be a part of the mojo tribe! :)
July 1, 2015 at 11:09 AM
Jo Murray said…
Every day I wake up is a bonus. Today the butcher birds are serenading me..... their musical notes echoing through my garden. It's misty, with a promise of a sunny day. What could be better!
July 1, 2015 at 11:16 AM
Denise Girardin said…
I am grateful for a Cape Cod rainy day full of washed up sea glass and puddles to jump in!
July 1, 2015 at 11:16 AM
sewmeg said…
Grateful for a beautiful hot sunny day here in England. (Doesn't happen all that often)
July 1, 2015 at 11:20 AM
Unknown said…
I'm grateful for the support of my beloved husband as I pursue my dream of being a professional artist.
July 1, 2015 at 11:21 AM
Natalie Petunia said…
Thank you for the this opportunity! This is so infinitely generous from you!

Natalie
July 1, 2015 at 11:22 AM
Shinjini said…
I am greatful for all the blessing and synchronicity in my life. email: shinjinim @ gmaildotcom
July 1, 2015 at 11:23 AM
Becky said…
So grateful for artists like you willing to share their gifts:)
July 1, 2015 at 11:24 AM
Morgan said…
I'm grateful for the espresso machine, right next to my desk at work! :)

lemoga@gmail.com
July 1, 2015 at 11:28 AM
Natalie Petunia said…
I am so grateful to see my daughter growing up every day! We all are healthy and blessed without problems and worries! Our family has a really happy life and I hope and know that this will be forever!

Natalie :)
July 1, 2015 at 11:39 AM
Cecilia Stevenson said…
Can't wait to paint with you again, Tracy!
Grateful for kindness and compassion!
July 1, 2015 at 11:55 AM
Susan said…
So very grateful to have a next door neighbor I can ring her doorbell at 5 am, in my nightgown, because I locked myself out of the house! Dogs were going crazy with cats fighting under the bedroom window, I went outside to shoo them away and didn't realize the door was locked behind me! The key I had given her to my house was old, I'd changed the locks when my ex moved out, so I slept on her couch until 8am when I could call my realtor. He sent someone from his office over to get the key out of the lock box. I was going to take the house off the market yesterday but grateful I'm waiting another month! I am filled with gratitude today! 🙏🙏🙏
July 1, 2015 at 11:57 AM
Lelainia N. Lloyd said…
Today is Canada Day! Joyeuse Fete du Canada! I am grateful to have been born in a country so beautiful and free. This is my home and even though Canadians are so classically understated in our patriotism, it's a flame that burns bright deep within each of us.

Land of the silver birch, home of the beaver,
where still the mighty moose wanders at will.
Blue lake and rocky shore,
I will return once more.
July 1, 2015 at 11:58 AM
Unknown said…
I'm grateful for this chance to win a workshop with you!
July 1, 2015 at 11:58 AM
Unknown said…
I'm so grateful for 3 1/2 years of remission from stage III Ovarian Cancer. Art became a healing therapy for me and is now my passion.
July 1, 2015 at 12:09 PM
Anonymous said…
Wow - so many things. I'll start with how my day started - universal timing! Beautiful weather, Canada Day, freedom, the sky and clouds, skylights, freshly ground coffee (by me) and then the ritual of making the coffee: the Italian coffee maker, the honey, the cream, mmmm.

The ability to read, to enjoy, to taste, to love, to feel, to explore, to create...

My love for collaging, writing, art, people, humanity.

The amazing planet we live on, the number of people committed to creating something wonderful, mountains, animals, oceans.

To have running water, showers, electricity.

So much I don't want to stop.

Thanks for creating this - grateful for the fact that you're having us be mindful of what we really have. Grateful for being moved. Thank you!
July 1, 2015 at 12:13 PM
Annelies Rooderkerk said…
I feel so grateful! I'm barefoot on lovely green grass, the birds are singing to me, my children are safe and comfortably asleep... And I'm here, healthy, breathing, sitting next to my husband who stays with me without being forced! I'd love to win, I've got so much creativity bubbling and dream of painting but feel quite insecure. Could definitely use the help!
I shared the post about heartful musings earlier today on Facebook.
anneliesrooderkerk@hotmail.com


July 1, 2015 at 12:22 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful that I got to meet you, Miss Tracy, in the flesh, and to realize that we have much more than just our creative passions in common :). I am blessed by your generosity of spirit, friendship and graciously charitable heART 💙! Thank you, from the bottom of my soul, for helping to raise awareness and resources for the autism community- you are an angel and a gift 💖xo
July 1, 2015 at 12:27 PM
artbyildy said…
I'm greatful to be in this planet and also to have chance to learn every day. Greatful to trust myself. Greatful that I have received 3 children to take care. And very greatful that you are here with your big heart.Waem regards
Ildy
karsayildy@gmail.com

July 1, 2015 at 12:30 PM
artbyildy said…
♥ shared in my blog ♥: http://www.artbyildy.blogspot.hu/
July 1, 2015 at 12:31 PM
Lola said…
I am grateful for my husband. He is my rock and my inspiration.
July 1, 2015 at 12:33 PM
Luca said…
Hi Tracy,
Thank you for your kindness. This chance to win makes all of the 22 days with full of hope and I am grateful for that.
love ♥♥♥♥♥
Luca from Budapest
lumenskara@gmail.com
July 1, 2015 at 12:35 PM
Stephanie Michaud said…
Ever since I started following you and just started on your mini-e course, I've found the ability to loosen up to do my art work getting more and more fun and less and less scary. THANK YOU!
July 1, 2015 at 12:36 PM
Sherri Otcenasek said…
Today I'm grateful to wake up to a 2 page article about my studio. So many of our cherished artists and instructors were mentioned...because without them...we would be nothing! So happy you were mentioned!
July 1, 2015 at 12:39 PM
Just Me Jody said…
Turning 50 is wonderful, you are in your PRIME, you will love the 50's
July 1, 2015 at 12:55 PM
Myrto said…
I live in Greece and it is difficult to be grateful for anything right now. We are at the verge of bankruptcy, the super markets have empty shelves, the banks are closed (heavens knows for so long), hospital do not have medicine etc etc. But I was reading your book right know, and your vibrant colors made me happy and ready to grab my acrylics and play in my journal. So yes I am grateful. For our colorful world, for the simple shapes, for art and for your amazing elephant (p13), which I will attempt now!
July 1, 2015 at 12:57 PM
Jacqueline Smith said…
I'm grateful for a where I live in a wonderful country like Canada. Happy Birthday Canada
July 1, 2015 at 1:22 PM
romsmi said…
I'm grateful for my two beautiful children. My life would be empty without them in my life, they fill my days with so much joy.
July 1, 2015 at 1:25 PM
elinap said…
Oh, I am grateful for this opportunity, for Your colorful, joyful art and I am grateful for so many things in my life but most of all I am grateful that day by day I remember to be more and more grateful! <3
July 1, 2015 at 1:32 PM
Kim Kahari said…
Today, I am grateful that the summer and warmth finally reached us all in Sweden. How wonderful to feel and see the Sun! All colours look brighter, all sounds sound clearer and I just feel a bundle of joy!
July 1, 2015 at 1:36 PM
Beth said…
Grateful to have daughter healing & 1st home pass in almost 4 months. Can't wait to get home & hug the rest of our family & animals. 5 day pass Fire works & painting of course.
July 1, 2015 at 1:36 PM
Mimzy said…
I am grateful that my friends accept the simple talents I have and see value in them, and let me share them.
July 1, 2015 at 1:37 PM
Judith Tetley said…
Grateful for you....loving your teaching in the 'Animalitos' class. How lucky are we in Australia, that you "belong to us"...yay!!!
July 1, 2015 at 1:50 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for my sister, such a gem in my life.
July 1, 2015 at 1:56 PM
Unknown said…
So very grateful for finally realising that I'm perfect WITH all my imperfections! As a result, wonderful creations are emerging out of my formerly dubbed 'mistakes'. Thank you for being a part of that.
July 1, 2015 at 1:59 PM
Michael said…
I am grateful for my family and the wonderful support and love they give me.
July 1, 2015 at 2:03 PM
Nicole Maki said…
My eldest child is coming home today!!!

I can barely stand the excitement.

So I am grateful for airlines, being able to fly him home, his willingness to be with us, his time in Mexico being so precious... life!

Thanks for the chance to win.
July 1, 2015 at 2:05 PM
bonarj said…
I am blessed to be painting in the garden in the sun (in the UK - Miracle!) with my teenage son - who I thought I would never live long enough to watch grow up! Take that cancer!!
July 1, 2015 at 2:17 PM
Unknown said…
Grateful to open my eyes every morning and shut them at night
July 1, 2015 at 2:30 PM
shell-rose creations said…
I'm grateful I recently went on a little camping trip with my hubby. Getting back to nature is not just a pleasure, it's a necessity for me!
July 1, 2015 at 2:34 PM
Shirley said…
I have double vision from a detached retina I had years ago, I'm grateful for the surgery I'm having at the end of the month on the muscles on my eye to straighten my vision.
July 1, 2015 at 2:51 PM
Trace Willans said…
Today I am grateful for breathing, which I find is always a good place to start
July 1, 2015 at 3:14 PM
Anonymous said…
Grateful for the beautiful day ~ Carla

gardenwhimsy@comcast.net
July 1, 2015 at 3:15 PM
Dale said…
Reading your book Paint Mojo has lifted my creative thinking to a whole new level! I am so grateful for the inspiration and the nudge to look without and within! With love, Dale xx
July 1, 2015 at 3:37 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful today for being able to spend time with my 4 month old grandson. I try and be very present every moment I am with him, he is growing up so quickly. I am grateful for thus opportunity too. Peace Ronda
July 1, 2015 at 3:38 PM
Tiffany Smith said…
I am greatful for the air in my lungs!
July 1, 2015 at 3:56 PM
Maggie T said…
I am grateful for having a partner who gives me the freedom to explore art and be creative. It took years of me struggling to accept it as he is a Geek and all brain (I felt I wasn't up to par) and then there's me, making pretty stuff and still wondering why I had to learn Algebra at school. :) So grateful I'm finally able to accept that I am what I am and I am loved for it.
July 1, 2015 at 4:24 PM
paintergal said…
Oh oh oh I would love to win!!!
July 1, 2015 at 4:33 PM
cr8it said…
I am grateful for reconnecting with old friends! In the past couple years I have reconnected with a group of friends that I went to college with almost 35 years ago! We now have our own private FB group and get together each year!
July 1, 2015 at 4:46 PM
Unknown said…
I am great full for my family, my fur baby' and the air that we breath the clean water we get to drink the love that we share and the amazing laughs smiles and giggles that are had, thank you again Tracey for this wonderful opirtunity, good luck to all and have a wonderful day xx
July 1, 2015 at 4:57 PM
Nina said…
Good quotes that inspire me and make me think.
July 1, 2015 at 5:02 PM
Diane Malmstrom said…
I’m grateful that I work in a beautiful library, surrounded by books all day! My dream job!
librarylass800@yahoo.com
July 1, 2015 at 5:12 PM
jenniferlaurelfarmer said…
Today, I am grateful for a lovely evening thunderstorm, my sweet "step"daughter whom I adore, and Angry Orchard Cider :) :) :)

Plus I shared again on Facebook :D
July 1, 2015 at 5:16 PM
Christine said…
I am grateful for the little tiny bit of rain that we had yesterday. It was warm with great big, fat drops. I took my one-year-old grandson out in it and we stood there letting the drops fall on us. Then I held him up so that he could grab the chimes and send them crashing into one another. The joy on his face was wonderful and I'm still smiling about it today. It really is the simple pleasures that mean the most.
July 1, 2015 at 5:24 PM
The Chatty One said…
I am grateful each day that I am able to find the silver lining in something or someone, not to mention I am excited about your giveaway.
July 1, 2015 at 5:42 PM
yellomino said…
I am grateful for my sweet little pony that is my companion for my daily walk. Even though I am an adult, I feel like a little girl each day for a short time!
July 1, 2015 at 5:49 PM
Princess Pickles said…
Grateful for clover, dandelions, wild violet and bunnies that love to eat them
July 1, 2015 at 5:52 PM
Unknown said…
I am so filled with gratitude to be able to take my 89 year old Dad swimming each day for exercise. We laugh, giggle and talk as we stretch.
What an honor!
Thanks Tracy for giving us this forum.
Karen
July 1, 2015 at 5:57 PM
Dianne said…
Hi Tracy,
I'm grateful for my health, my family and my faith. What more could we ask for?
July 1, 2015 at 6:09 PM
peggymcd said…
I am thankful for my health, family, children and my eight grandchildren Life is good. Peggymcd@columbus.rr.com
July 1, 2015 at 6:21 PM
wandamarie.blogspot.com said…
I am so grateful to have this passion of art late in my life until I leave this earth! artwand@hotmail.com ;)
July 1, 2015 at 6:40 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful to have survived breast cancer, grateful for my family, my animals and grateful to have found your blog!
July 1, 2015 at 6:40 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful to have survived breast cancer, grateful for my family, my animals and grateful to have found your blog!
July 1, 2015 at 6:42 PM
Abby C. said…
I am grateful for seeing hard earned dedication turn into goals completed and to opportunities to steps closer to dreams. Thank you Tracy for a great gift of giving away spots to your course. Happy Day! :) Abby
July 1, 2015 at 7:01 PM
Joy said…
I am grateful you are giving someone chance to experience a Mojo course
July 1, 2015 at 7:02 PM
Susan said…
I am grateful for that big full moon and how sacred an evening under it can feel. Thanks
July 1, 2015 at 7:33 PM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for our wonderful world and all the beauty in it...I am thankful that I connected to your inspiring posts Tracy Verdugo
July 1, 2015 at 8:03 PM
crj said…
I am grateful to finally have a quiet 4 days to spend with my family, away from all the craziness, this July 4th weekend.
July 1, 2015 at 8:11 PM
Meme said…
today I am just thankful!
July 1, 2015 at 8:57 PM
Cathy - CMP Designs said…
I am grateful that an artist I admire is so generous and giving people a chance to win a spot in one of the classes. And I tweeted it and google+ it too :)
July 1, 2015 at 9:13 PM
Unknown said…
I have many things to be grateful for...but the one, that I hold the closest is my freedom...now freedom to love and marry whomever I choose. <3 The freedom to love! <3
July 1, 2015 at 9:25 PM
Unknown said…
Happy almost birthday! I'm grateful that I was able to create something with my daughter today. We made washi tape today. We had so much fun!
bspiwak59@gmail.com
July 1, 2015 at 9:30 PM
Jackie PN said…
hello Tracy,
I am grateful for my two wonderful sons who have grown uo to be fine young gentlemen!
Congrats to the first winner!!
blessings xo
July 1, 2015 at 9:46 PM
Susanne Dannenberg said…
I am grateful to see a fellow artist and facilitator spread the joy of colour and paint throughout the world. What gift, Tracy, you are in helping others to find their inner creative voice while having fun. Thank you for your offerings!
July 1, 2015 at 9:49 PM
Jane Roper said…
I am grateful for my two beautiful children. Love them to bits!
July 1, 2015 at 9:58 PM
Tay said…
Today I am grateful for love, laughter and my lovely, colourful world. I'm grateful that because of challenges (not in spite of them!) I am learning to live with greater kindness and courage towards myself and others...what a gift!
July 1, 2015 at 10:06 PM
bwheather said…
So lovely, reading all these comments. I'm grateful I can read. ;-)
July 1, 2015 at 10:10 PM
Unknown said…
So very grateful for my husband! Experiencing transitions all around and he is my rock!
July 1, 2015 at 10:11 PM
Amanda K. said…
Happy Birthday and thank you!
July 1, 2015 at 10:13 PM
Amanda said…
I am grateful for my family!
July 1, 2015 at 10:13 PM
Unknown said…
Grateful for good friends!
July 1, 2015 at 10:15 PM
robin west said…
Next week my family, 21 of us hits the beach for our first family reunion in 20 years, so very grateful! Thanks for the chance.
heaphywest@gmail.com
July 1, 2015 at 10:36 PM
Anonymous said…
i am so grateful to all nice working art teachers and on line classes and it´s possebility..
anneliewadin@telia.com
July 1, 2015 at 10:49 PM
Unknown said…
First of all, happy birthday Tracy, and thank you so much for this chance!

Today I am grateful for the sun. For shining on my face and keeping me super warm and very happy (and occasionally very sweaty lol).

For keeping my muscles pain free as I suffer from fybromialgy (which can get very painful when its cold and wet outside).

But most of all for getting me out of a very dark place and providing me with enough vitamine D to get up and work on my dreams. For giving me the feeling that I CAN do this!

I wish everyone a bright shimmery day and I hope you feel as happy as I do about our kind friend, the Sun... :)
July 1, 2015 at 10:55 PM
Fiona said…
Congratulations Cindy Benko! I'm so grateful for my daughter's cheeks that go rosy red outside in this Canberra Cold and I can give them a kiss to warm them up :)
Can't wait to hear more about the saint Tracy :)
July 1, 2015 at 11:00 PM
Unknown said…
Also shared a link on my private facebook & my art group :)
July 1, 2015 at 11:09 PM
karen said…
I'm grateful for a decent heater on this VERY cold mid-winter day in Canberra!
July 1, 2015 at 11:27 PM
Unknown said…
Congratulations Cindy, loving this wonderful weather and reading your lovely blog, would love to win a place to take part in a magical journey :o)
July 1, 2015 at 11:38 PM
nicopher said…
I am grateful everyday for my two wonderful children! They have always been there for me and recently attended Paintnite creating beautiful artwork with me! I am truly blessed. I love them with all my heart and soul!!!
July 1, 2015 at 11:42 PM
painting in tuscany said…
Reading this shows How many -and thousand more- reasons there are to be grateful! Happiness is a way of life, enjoying all the small BIG things life gives us! Thank you!
July 1, 2015 at 11:57 PM
AlaskaRuth said…
I am grateful for the wonderful friends I have and so appreciate how we come together to support each other!
July 2, 2015 at 12:11 AM
Gege said…
I'm grateful to be part of your contest.
Have a nice day
Gedeon
gegszon0530@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 12:26 AM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for some cooler weather today :-)
July 2, 2015 at 12:46 AM
Debbie Keel Ridle said…
I am grateful to just be alive.... vampyrdancer@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 1:05 AM
Lena said…
I am grateful that I have a great day today :)
mknjiznicarka@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 1:31 AM
Anonymous said…
I am truly grateful that at age 56 I still have my mother (she is 86). Julia
amazingdotjuliaattescodotnet
July 2, 2015 at 1:53 AM
Victoria said…
I'm grateful for art bringing so much joy to my life!
July 2, 2015 at 1:59 AM
Vanessa M. Gutierrez said…
5 years of waiting for another baby, we are now bless to have another one! So grateful indeed!
July 2, 2015 at 2:30 AM
Šolanje na domu-Waldorf said…
i'm grateful for my baby turning 5 months today :) natasa.zugecic(at)gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 2:40 AM
Allison Lee said…
I'm grateful and excited to have the long weekend to get away with my family. Looking forward to quiet quality nature time. -Allison
July 2, 2015 at 2:47 AM
Unknown said…
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
July 2, 2015 at 2:56 AM
Jacqualine Zonneveld said…
I'm very grateful for discovering you and your art Tracy;-). Making art, sharing it with other people and meeting people from heart to heart while sharing their most indiviual, personal processes makes me so happy. Art is real (life)inspiration and it should be spread all over the world.
July 2, 2015 at 2:59 AM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for today's blog post, remembering to focus on joy and creativity helps us through an intense full moon!
July 2, 2015 at 3:01 AM
Marjanne said…
I' grateful to be able to learn art making from people from all over the world. That would not have been possible 20 years ago.
July 2, 2015 at 3:04 AM
Unknown said…
I'm grateful for my wonderful family,"my tribe" who are always there for me but especially in the past year.It was,and still is, a weird year, a year of change for me and it is reassuring to know that they are there for me no matter what. I love them!
July 2, 2015 at 3:05 AM
Kristen said…
I am so grateful that it is not raining this morning! Our weather ha been cool and rainy, not summery at all, so today will be a gift. Thanks for this giveaway!
July 2, 2015 at 3:16 AM
Andi said…
(This may be a repeat. Sorry. Novice blog responder!) I love hiking in the UK. Grateful to have memories of that. Awesome for you in Wales, ushering in this new decade, packed with potential and grace. Blessings...
July 2, 2015 at 3:20 AM
Linda R said…
I am sooooooooo grateful that after a long financial struggle I still have my home ;-) designsbylindar@yahoo.com
July 2, 2015 at 3:23 AM
connie w said…
i am grateful for my loving and supportive family. crinwil2@yahoo.com
July 2, 2015 at 3:33 AM
Bev said…
How lovely that you are in Wales. So sorry you got chased by cattle last week! Hope you enjoy the rest of your time here.

I have been through some tough times over the years, including being uprooted from my beloved Cornwall and being dragged kicking and screaming to Wales as a 10 yr old. However, I am very grateful to be right here, right now. Everything is just as it should be and I count my blessings all the time.
July 2, 2015 at 3:34 AM
Angelique said…
I am grateful for my family, love having them near me, I am grateful for working from home and having the means to create art on a regular basis.
July 2, 2015 at 3:42 AM
Heike said…
I am so grateful for all the colours of life. Colours were my very first love and they will always be.
July 2, 2015 at 3:53 AM
Jodie and Buddy said…
i am most grateful for my mom she helps me every day even thoguh i can be hard work sometimes! :) thankyou for all of your positive posts!
July 2, 2015 at 3:53 AM
Brandy said…
Today I'm thankful for a beautiful day and a walk through the park with my puppy.
July 2, 2015 at 4:07 AM
Unknown said…
Hi Tracy,
Today I am grateful for being alive and enjoying every moment with my loved ones!
July 2, 2015 at 4:27 AM
Kim Mailhot said…
So grateful for my art tribe; supportive, nurturing, loving, funny, brilliant, creative women who have learned the value of raising one another up. I feel so blessed to be part of a community of artists focusing on the good. ❤️
Thank you, Tracy, for the chance to be a part of on line paint mojo and for inspiring so many of us with your art and your life loving !
July 2, 2015 at 4:28 AM
Gwendolyn Taylor said…
I am grateful for my ability to love. It's an easy thing to overlook and take for granted. Luckily I had an amazing sister and brother who took the time to love me, thus teaching me something I would have never known otherwise. Spreading love beats everything else.
July 2, 2015 at 4:34 AM
Heidi said…
I am grateful for life and for my students. I teach at an at risk elementary school. My students do not have much in the way of material things but they have HUGE hearts. I am blessed to be able to bring out the joy that it is them through art.
Heidi Wicker
July 2, 2015 at 4:36 AM
Janet Ghio said…
Today is my husband's 77th birthday! So grateful that he is happy and healthy. Enjoy your 50th year Tray-I thought the 50's were the best years ever!
July 2, 2015 at 4:36 AM
Amanda said…
I am grateful for my family who have been the biggest support network for me over the past few months. I am also grateful to myself for finally opening up to who I want to be.
July 2, 2015 at 4:39 AM
Tania Wheeler said…
Today I am grateful for my beautiful friends who inspire me to be the best I can be.
July 2, 2015 at 4:41 AM
Terry Walker said…
I am grateful it is summer and I am free for 6 weeks to surf and paint everyday!
July 2, 2015 at 4:43 AM
Tania Wheeler said…
I am also grateful that I realised I did not put my Emily address on my previous post!! Also I shared your post on Facebook . x
tony.wheeler@xtra.co.nz
July 2, 2015 at 4:44 AM
Anonymous said…
I am grateful for the opportunity to win!! also for having such wonderful arty friends :)
July 2, 2015 at 4:46 AM
sue hannan said…
I am grateful for coconut ice-cream and 'Selling Houses."
July 2, 2015 at 4:47 AM
Jenny said…
Today I am grateful for signposts that show up... that bring with them new found clarity...

Jenny X
July 2, 2015 at 4:53 AM
Cristiana said…
Today I'm grateful for my vacation with my family. We are flying to Santo Domingo and planning to have a fun vacation all toghreter.
July 2, 2015 at 4:59 AM
Unknown said…
Hi Tracy,
Most people say that I have a positive attitude and for the most part I do. I am grateful that my outlook on life brings a smile to others. I pray it makes their day a little brighter. But mostly I am grateful that on those days that I am a bit down, making or watching art being created brings that sparkle back into my voice, eyes, and heart.
Thank you for what you do and happy birthday in advance!
Best wishes,
Sally
Ssnay2010@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 5:00 AM
Unknown said…
Hi Tracy,
Most people say that I have a positive attitude and for the most part I do. I am grateful that my outlook on life brings a smile to others. I pray it makes their day a little brighter. But mostly I am grateful that on those days that I am a bit down, making or watching art being created brings that sparkle back into my voice, eyes, and heart.
Thank you for what you do and happy birthday in advance!
Best wishes,
Sally
Ssnay2010@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 5:01 AM
Unknown said…
I am so grateful for nature. It calms and soothes my heart and soul. Thank you, God, for this gorgeous world that You have created for us!

Tracey, I've also pinned your giveaway to my Pinterest board. :)
July 2, 2015 at 5:12 AM
Patti B said…
I am grateful for my dog. He teaches me how to love. Happy Birthday Tracy! Thanks for.inspiring me to do art.
Patti Bryan
July 2, 2015 at 5:19 AM
Penny said…
I am grateful that you share your visions of color and your artwork with the world. It is so inspiring and gives me the creative energy to just let go with my own art. Thank you for the chance to learn more from you.
July 2, 2015 at 5:23 AM
Unknown said…
I am thankful for facebook ~ it allows me to meet up with wonderful amazing artists. :)
July 2, 2015 at 5:23 AM
Shay said…
i am grateful for the art community and the art show they give everyday when they share their work. Thank you for having this contest Tracy! Happy Birthday month! Love Shay! hercreepiness@hotmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 5:29 AM
Susan Goodell said…
I am thankful that I have found this creative outlet. In a world filled with so much sadness and the stress of our daily lives, having art balances my life!
July 2, 2015 at 5:29 AM
Faith Cohen said…
Today I am grateful for having found your amazing website and all it offers.
July 2, 2015 at 5:30 AM
Pdskiis2 said…
I am grateful that I am heading up to the mountains to spend a wonderful weekend with my dear friends!❤️
Pdskiis2@aol.com
July 2, 2015 at 5:33 AM
HouserNC said…
From ages 42 to now 45, my whole world has turned around and upside down, definitely shaken up. I'm currently in the most hectic and uncertain, yet structured and organized time period I think I've ever been in. My schedule and circumstances constantly leave me frustrated, discombobulated, stressed and sometimes angry and resentful. But.... I am grateful that I have learned to focus on life as a lesson so that I can shift myself 'gracefully' out of these negative places and into a place of learning and knowing that one day all this chaos will come together and blossom out something amazing and fruitful. Thank you for the challenge of posting gratitude. This was a very cathartic moment I've just had in writing all this down. <3
HouserNC@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 5:43 AM
Unknown said…
Thank you for sharing such joy of the journey!
July 2, 2015 at 6:02 AM
Jennifer L. said…
I am grateful for the everyday, for family, friends, home, art, work, and opportunities....
July 2, 2015 at 6:02 AM
Lucy said…
❤ Grateful to enjoy art, sun, wind, friends, love, family.
love Lucy
lumenskara@gmail.com ❤
July 2, 2015 at 6:07 AM
Ildy said…
Love, sundhine, children and cup of tea.
Love to live.
hug
Ildy
artbyildy@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 6:09 AM
Marrianna said…
I am grateful for the lovely rain showers we have been getting in Northern Arizona, USA. I live in a very dry climate so the rain helps everything. I am also grateful for all your beautiful artwork you put on your blog and for the opportunity to possible win a space in your next online course. Happy birthday.
July 2, 2015 at 6:10 AM
Jo Bloggs! said…
Grateful for my eyes to see colour.
July 2, 2015 at 6:16 AM
Unknown said…
Today I´m greatful for the blue sky and that summer finaly came to Sweden.
Love / Gunilla
July 2, 2015 at 6:20 AM
Unknown said…
Today I am grateful for my lil' family and for a long weekend to spend time with them, have fun and make memories!
July 2, 2015 at 6:29 AM
Unknown said…
i am grateful for the opportunity to have some time off and get to be a stay at home dog mom for a while!
July 2, 2015 at 6:44 AM
Unknown said…
I am so grateful that my painting was purchased at our silent auction and now I have a commission to paint another! Great news for a beginner!
July 2, 2015 at 6:51 AM
Aylin said…
I am grateful for people around me who are supporting me to find my own path.
July 2, 2015 at 7:12 AM
Anonymous said…
I am grateful for a creative life that I love to bits
thanks Tracy for being part of it
July 2, 2015 at 7:14 AM
Tina Campbell said…
I am so grateful for my husband, who gets me :)
July 2, 2015 at 7:17 AM
Joyce said…
Ooooh, would love to win a space in class!!
July 2, 2015 at 7:17 AM
jill said…
I'm grateful to finally be breaking down the walls around my heart, to forgive myself and to truly love myself. It feels so good to let go of all of that pain. Painting brings me such joy. I am really enjoying the animalitos workshop. Thanks and much love, Jilll
July 2, 2015 at 7:28 AM
Unknown said…
I can't wait to hear your story about your walk through the forest. This photograph reminds me of one that I took to the canvas yesterday…..losing myself in the process of "striving" to paint, rather than allowing intuition to speak. Today, I am grateful that every day is a do-over day. Back to the canvas…this time, I'm listening.
July 2, 2015 at 7:32 AM
Susan said…
I am grateful that after years of pain and illness I am finding answers and healing. Especially since this healing is allowing me to come back to painting! I have missed it so much. Thank you, I think your course is what I need to really open up and create from my soul.
July 2, 2015 at 7:37 AM
Karen said…
Checking in again for the daily post. I am grateful that for the first time in twelve years I got to feel sand between my toes and the smell of the ocean in my nostrils..it was very healing-I also let my mothers ashes go(her dream was to retire to the beach) and I am grateful for the pod of dolphins that swam by giving me the signal it was time to let her go swim with them.
July 2, 2015 at 7:46 AM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for my lovingand giving husband who supports me during this time of self exploration through my creativity. I am blessed with loving children and family. I am grateful for thr forest behind me, the bay out my window and the fresh ocean air. And I hope to be grateful for winning a spot in your e-class.
BLESSINGS
connye.corey@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 7:54 AM
pam T said…
grateful for the ability to know I have lots I am grateful for.... every single day.
July 2, 2015 at 7:55 AM
Eve said…
Im grateful for the charactor building year we are having, we are learning to belief in ourselfs like never before.
July 2, 2015 at 8:19 AM
RH Carpenter said…
I am grateful today that we are having rain and cool days - not the hot, sticky, humid days of summer we usually have. I am grateful that my Sweetie just returned from a week's trip away to do research (he's a marine biologist). And I am grateful that my heart is open enough to feel gratefulness even when I don't feel well physically. As you say, Love Wins!!
July 2, 2015 at 8:36 AM
SMalec said…
I am grateful for friends you call tell ànything, and they still love you. sallymalec@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 8:42 AM
Unknown said…
I am grateful for a family that loves me
July 2, 2015 at 8:44 AM
Unknown said…
So grateful for feeling grateful for life!
July 2, 2015 at 8:49 AM
Kelley said…
Grateful that my daughter's first solo flight worked out well; it will encourage her to continue being brave!
July 2, 2015 at 8:58 AM
vickiO said…
I lOve reading all these beautiful messages of gratitude❤️ I'm grateful for my improving health, my loving and funny husband, and bright green summer trees! And, yOu!
July 2, 2015 at 9:00 AM
Unknown said…
Hi Tracy,
I am grateful to live near the beautiful ocean!! Posted on Instagram & Pinterest as well
Happy early Birthday to you!

Melissa
melissa.partridge2@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 9:08 AM
Unknown said…
Today I am grateful for my dog, Lola. She is my constant companion, loving me always unconditionally! Also grateful for this opportunity, thanks! Peace, Ronda
July 2, 2015 at 9:10 AM
Shirley said…
Today I'm grateful to belong to amazing art communities online and all the fun artsie things I learn from them.
July 2, 2015 at 9:11 AM
Debbie Bartak said…
I'm grateful for family and the love and support I receive from them.
July 2, 2015 at 9:26 AM
Victoria Burgess said…
First, Thank you for your generous spirit!
I am grateful that after 3 months I am finally starting to heal physically from my fractured back (3 places). Though the heart is slower to heal after such a traumatic event - but now that I am able to spend more time sitting at my art desk I believe creating will help heal my heart as well.
July 2, 2015 at 9:28 AM
Unknown said…
I am Grateful for my kids, they make life worth living! I am also Grateful for my fingers and toes, I saw a child resently without them and she was acting like it was nothing to not have them. I want to be more like her!
July 2, 2015 at 9:37 AM
Chrissy said…
I'm grateful for my son and his uniqueness that comes along with his autism. He teaches me daily. Thanks for a chance to win. Chrissy.hunyady@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 9:53 AM
Kate Iredale said…
I'm greatful for all your inspiration Tracy!
July 2, 2015 at 9:54 AM
Darcerella said…
I am grateful for my tribe!!
July 2, 2015 at 10:00 AM
Anonymous said…
I am grateful to have summer to spend more time with my growing, 7 year old, daughter due to time off from teaching 4th grade. I am soooo grateful my dad is responding to his chemotherapy and appears to be healthier than he was a month ago.
July 2, 2015 at 10:02 AM
Unknown said…
What a generous giveaway!!
I am grateful for summer vacation! Thanks so much for the chance to win this!
July 2, 2015 at 10:03 AM
j said…
I'm grateful for the amazing technology that connects us and helps us create new experiences and gain new friendships that would have been unthinkable even 20 years ago! This technology gives us the ability to learn from you so many miles away and for you to share your gifts with so many people around the world!
July 2, 2015 at 10:23 AM
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July 2, 2015 at 10:25 AM
Anonymous said…
I am greaateful for Etta who is a living example to me of how to live joyfully in the moment and let all the rest of it gol
July 2, 2015 at 10:28 AM
Unknown said…
I'm grateful for generous artists like you who share their techniques and love for art.
July 2, 2015 at 10:31 AM
Karyn Howley said…
I'm grateful for my beautiful new grandson and that my husband and I could travel from Washington state to North Carolina to spend time with him, my son, and my amazing daughter-in-law!
July 2, 2015 at 10:33 AM
Karine Ayotte said…
Your generosity is remarquable ! I hope to have this opportunity !!!
July 2, 2015 at 11:05 AM
Susan said…
Happiest of birthdays to you! Welcome to the 50 club...much love, Susan
July 2, 2015 at 12:31 PM
Toni K said…
I'm grateful for my friends. I need them now.
July 2, 2015 at 1:23 PM
Karen Balon Art said…
I'm grateful that my husband is returning home from his week long business trip and that we'll get to enjoy the weekend together.
July 2, 2015 at 1:24 PM
Panna said…
Grateful for sunshine and wind and summer.
Love
Pannna
pantyur@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 1:26 PM
Gege said…
Hi, Happy bday
Grateful for my family and freedom.
hug
Gege
gegszon0530@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 1:28 PM
artbyildy said…
Happy to have friend and family to inspire me.
big love ♥♥♥
Ildy
karsayildy@gmail.com
July 2, 2015 at 1:30 PM
Unknown said…
I am thankful for my wonderful husband. He always thinks of me.
July 2, 2015 at 2:15 PM
Siya Zobi said…
I am grateful for another chance to win :)
July 2, 2015 at 2:19 PM
BusyB said…
I am so grateful for desire. Desire helps me do the work.
July 2, 2015 at 2:31 PM
Amanda Baldwin said…
I am truly grateful to wake up each day and be surrounded by a truly beautiful world. I feel blessed ♡
July 2, 2015 at 2:49 PM
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July 2, 2015 at 3:14 PM
GoddessMychele said…
I'm incredibly grateful to be doing work I love from home so that I can be a stay at home mom for my children. goddessmychele at gmail dot com
July 2, 2015 at 3:16 PM
SusanRenee said…
My gratitude is for my family, who let me create when and where I need to, no matter how messy and chaotic it gets!

And Tracy, as a woman aged 52, I have to tell you the 50s have been very freeing so far!
July 2, 2015 at 4:13 PM
Randi Kander said…
I'm grateful for each moment, for the time and the willingness to paint and the joy that playing with color and texture gives me. I would love to win a spot in your course!
July 2, 2015 at 5:02 PM
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