Today I am reflecting over how grateful I am to live in a place with four distinct seasons. I could not tell you which one my favourite is. If you ask me in the winter it would be winter, since I love the crisp winter air and snow. If you ask me in the spring I would go on and on about what’s happening in the garden, and clearly that would be my favourite season. If you ask me in the summer I would talk about swimming in the lake, bike rides, and of course the garden (..again). If we have this conversation in the fall it would be harvest time in the garden, and who doesn’t like an abundance of fresh fruit, berries and vegetables? I love each season for different reasons and it is not by chance I live in this region, it is a choice.

The photo above is Falu River, the river that runs through our little town. This is across the street from the library, that I visit many times every season. I love walking along the river, it connects to a system of smaller lakes in one direction, and our biggest lake, Lake Runn, in the other direction.

What are you grateful for today? Would you like to join me in this Daily Gratitude Practice 2026? Let’s tag our posts #DailyGratitudePractice2026.

Maria

14 responses to “Daily Gratitude Practice 2026 – Seasons”

  1. What a charming photo, so pretty! Like you, I appreciate the benefits of each season, although garden season still holds favorite place. :)

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    1. Thank you! Gardening season is always close to my heart. It is almost time to start some seeds. I am planning on doing mostly winter sowing. What do you look forward to the most this upcoming gardening season?

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      1. For me, flowers are always my main focus, but there will be veggies for eating, too.

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        1. Looking forward to seeing your garden. I hope you share many photos :)

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  2. I share your gratitude for the four distinct seasons. There is something so wonderful about each one. Lovely photograph, Maria.

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    1. It is! Thank you so much!

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  3. Love the photo!
    Yes, each season is special for sure (but it is winter I look forward to the most!)

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    1. Thank you! I know the feeling :) Growing up in the mountains winter was my favourite season for sure!

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  4. Oh my gosh, that is such a beautiful place, Maria! You are blessed to live there, its certainly prettier than Las Vegas! Have a wonderful weekend. ❤️😊

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    1. Thank you so much my friend! Happy Friday!

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      1. You are welcome! 🤗

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  5. Looks peaceful and serene, Maria. Gorgeous photo. 🙂

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  6. It looks very pretty, but I am grateful I now live in a place that never gets very cold….I’m done with snow and below freezing temperatures!

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