"Drama-free" Zone

Yesterday's reading was about letting go of life's dramas and trying to live a life-path of joy.  I have to wonder...do I thrive on drama?

It's not like it wouldn't be something of a family characteristic.  *ahem*  Am I consciously (or unconsciously) summoning drama into my life?  Do I believe that I deserve to live in a drama-free zone?  Because, when I am really honest, I have a hard time believing that I deserve anything good.  It's not exactly that I feel I deserve bad things in life, but I have this sense of "why me" when it comes to good things.  Aren't there other people that deserve it more??  Hmmm....

Can I turn away, guilt-free, from the drama that people try to shove off on me?  I am a "fixer" by nature.  I always want to help everyone out of their problems.  But how often do I actually help?  I have a sneaking suspicion that I end up taking other people's drama home with me.

I have lots of things to think about, but I am 100% certain that I want to live a peaceful, drama-free life.  I want my home and my family (at least my immediate family) to be a drama-free zone.  It's clear that I have to create it.  Learning to appreciate the simple things in life, feeling grateful for what I already have, and seeking beauty and harmony in my day-to-day life are good beginning steps.

Grats (for two days):

1. The anniversary of my 1st date with Lonnie.  It was yesterday (the 19th).  I wonder how different my life would be, but feel incredibly grateful that everything happened the way it did.
2. Homeschooling my kids.  I never get tired of it and I am always amazed at what we learn, and how we grow as a family.
3. Nature study.  This is an extension of homeschooling...but it's my absolute favorite part of our week.
4. Springs Preserve.  This place is *so* cool.  It's beautiful and like an escape from the ugly Mojave desert.  I love it!
5. My friends. Near and far, I love every person who has come into my life and made it special.
6. Coffee with creamer.  It's the perfect start to my day.
7. Morning sunshine streaming through the windows.  There is just something special about early morning sunshine...I can't describe it.
8. Scented candles.  I love the way they smell, the way they look, and the general feeling of ambiance that they create.
9. Morning snuggles.  Zoey is the only one who still really cuddles with me each morning.  I am cherishing every moment and wondering how long it will last.
10. Pajama pants - Enough said!  :-)