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I love this idea. - Today I found new succulents and I bought an Orange Tree - It rained today. We always need the rain - My Kermit the dog has been super snuggly today and he is calm enough to pet. His anxiety has made that hard lately. - I ate two meals today, both healthy. Life has been hard so its good to remember to be grateful for the little things.

👋Hey everyone, I wanted to make a thread where we post regularly about things we are greatful for. All of us are apart of this club because we are going through something. I have learned in the midst of heal and working through tough stuff, it's easy to overly fixate on our pain to the extent that it consumes us. This thread is ment to be a reminder that even in your dark moments and pain there is always something to appreciate. In terms of posts you can post about anything that you are greatful for, something good that happen to you, or an accomplishment that you are proud of really anything that made you smile or was a win.🏆 A note on depression: For those that struggle with depression, like myself, if you did a good thing or a good thing happened to you, you don't have to feel good to acknowledge that you did good or experienced good. The gratitude might not always take the pain away but it's a helpful practice to intercept a drespression spiral. The goal of this thread is to be a resource to help anyone going through a hard time to feel better even if it's for one moment. Feel free to post as often as you want and if you find it helpful visit this thread when you feel down. I'll check at least twice a week to react and comment. Please be encouraged. You are strong, capable, and good things will happen to you. 😊 ~ 💛 Pichu My gratitudes and accomplishments: 🩷I am greatful that I got to talk to my best friend today, it was special bc I got to hear some encouraging words from her. It made me feel hope that I can change my life's course for the better. 🏆I am so proud of myself that I told my husband good things about my day instead of complaining like I use to do.

Accessories count! 100% what's a school uniform without a tie, belt and socks? it's just a shirt and skirt!

@babypichu5 This is such a beautiful and meaningful idea—thank you for starting this thread. It takes real awareness and courage to create space for something like gratitude, especially in TLC where people are navigating tough moments. What you’ve shared about not needing to feel good to acknowledge something good is incredibly important, and I know it’s going to help a lot of people here. Congratulations on kicking this off—this already feels like the kind of thread that can quietly become a cornerstone for the whole group. The intention behind it is strong, and the way you’ve framed it is both compassionate and practical. I’d also love to invite you and others, who are interested, to take on more of a leadership role in the group, if you’re open to it. The care, consistency, and thoughtfulness you’ve shown here are exactly what helps communities like this grow into something truly supportive and impactful. Having you help guide and nurture spaces like this would mean a lot. Really grateful you’re here and that you took the initiative to start something so uplifting. Looking forward to seeing this grow and to sharing in the moments of gratitude together. Keep up the good work and continue making TLC an amazing part of the Forum 💛

Love this! Mine may sound simple, but they are really big for me! I am grateful I talked with both my kids today! I am grateful I rode my recumbent bike today for 5 minutes! I am grateful I stayed out of bed all day! I am grateful I was able to cook and eat 2 healthy meals today. I am grateful the forum was working and I was able to send a few friends gifs to encourage them today!

YEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSS I have been looking for a reason to rewatch dinosaur train!!

ive got quite a bit done but behind but hoping to finish it in time if not I at least had fun

I have 10 done so far, a little behind with the busyness of May but I think I should be able to complete. So much fun!

@BabyPoppy The ones you're counting towards this that you've already finished, you can just list which ones that are. Especially if you have pictures in the other badge thread. Just list pictures for this one, that are new things that you've done.

I just wanted to come in and welcome those that have just joined recently. I hope you have a fantastic time here! Also, If y'all could please remember to @ me when leaving a question, I'd appreciate it! I've found a few questions that were written before, like at the beginning of April when we first started the challenge and one or two that were about maybe a week ago. I would really appreciate it! I don't want anyone to think I'm ignoring them. Thanks everyone! Juju💚🐛

@RoseyLittle @SarBear55 @Fox H @Baby.M @DaddysCosmicBunny @SquirtleSquad @MissNMTX @innerchildtml @Emberella You know what time it is!!! The book is zipping right along. Thabk you to all who have checked in, I will be reaching put to those who havnt to make sure they are still with us. So without further delay feel free to read chapters 17-19. Enjoy!

@CoconuttyBuddy Hi! Just touching base to see if you're still doing the June monthly badge? If you can't, or something comes up. Please let me know soon. If you are still doing it, it'll have to be posted by the 31st of this month, May. If you've any questions about anything or need help, please feel free to DM me or message me here. Thank you for volunteering! I can't wait to see what you plan for us to do! Juju💚🐛

You will do the monthly badge only. I'm not sure what subject matter you have planned but you can give as many activity options to earn the badge, as you want. But stipulate how many need to be chosen to actually earn the badge. This month's was created by dividing it into Categories; Learning, Crafting and to do,then have different activities under each and tell them to pick one from each, one they want to choose they like to do the most. Or you can just give the different things you come up with and let members choose for themselves which ones they wish to do, but noting they need to do x amount of specific ones. I'm sure however you chose to create it, it'll be great! Also, you can post it if you like, or I can, no problem. Make sure to post it by the 31st of this month. That way it's ready to go on the 1st. Once you post it, if you do it yourself, I'll go check it and make sure it's all in order. As far as the monetary part of it and as far as materials, try making it so it can be something that everyone can do and afford. Possibly choose a badge you would like to use for the one earned. If it's a physical badge, and where you found it, in case some might like to get the physical one also. I hope this makes sense. I feel like I'm rambling! Lol Anything else you need, just give me a holler.

281. Had to force stop myself because it getting good. 10-12 slow down a lot 13-15 was great but leave you on a big cliff hanger for 16.

So sorry for the delay! 😅 I’m currently on page 242, I’m going to read tonight to catch up! ♥️

thank u!

No worries friend! Thanks for checking in

@RoseyLittle @SarBear55 @Fox H @Baby.M @DaddysCosmicBunny @SquirtleSquad @MissNMTX @innerchildtml @Emberella Alright guys alight delay but the fprum has been up more so hopefully we are getting back to normal. Here are questions for chapters 10-12!! Things are getting good. Since our author skipped 13 be on the lookout for questions for chapters 14-16 soon. Per usual remember to spoil and post in the topic linked below. Post here: https://www.ddlgforum.com/topic/65741-beautiful-disaster-question-answers-spoilers/#comment-376550

Today I am grateful for the ability to garden. I was able to put a bunch of new plants into pots. Also for new friends. I have had the chance to chat with so many people and it helps keep me moving.

Hello, @MasterPhotog, thank you for your thoughtful reply. It brought me joy to read your kind words. I would really love for this thread to be a place that people can expirence encouragement and positivity as part of their journy. Thank you for considering me for one of the leadership roles. I am interested, though I would need more time to get settled in the club be for becoming one of the leaders. I'll reach out to you at the start of next month, I think by then I should be settled. Thank you for setting up this club and giving all of us a place to have support as we heal and flourish. 😁

These are fantastic!!! So happy for you @innerchildtml

Personally, I would prefer a dark blue, I don't know if it's only me but green isn't a common colour I see in stores, or in my wardrobe. I don't have many clothing stores near me so this might not be a problem for other members. It'd be fun if I could do a dark blue for clothing and then maybe yellow/gold accessories, such as socks, bags, belts, headbands, jewelry, hats, etc. Do you think that accessories can count as a part of the uniform?

Strawberries, can be picky, but they are not to hard. I am excited I just bought an orange tree and a ton of succulents. So excited to plant everthing.

Reading your gratitudes brought a smile to my face. It sounds like you accomplished alot. I'm happy for you Poppy. 💛

Currently on page 264 and having all the feels.

@DaddyRaven I forgot to let you know what I intend to try to do: I'm doing the Aussie Aussie Aussie ( The Activity Handbook, The Research paragraph on an Australian animal, The Urban Legend and the Trading Cards) Badge. The Mother Goose Badge and the Dino badge. Thank you again!

I found a way to make a paper flower crown on Pinterest. Glue and a paper head band with drawn flowers or paper flowers. There were lots of ideas

This is awesome!!! I'm so excited to see what everyone will learn about Australia, as an aussie I feel like I have an advantage here 😆

I dunno about the rest of you, but I love Dinosaurs! I personally find them interesting and fascinating! 🦖🦕 There are actually 3 times a year that Dinosaur Day can be celebrated. International Dino Day-May 15th, National Dino Day-June 1st and Dinosaur Day-August 2nd. If you can't celebrate in May then you have two more days you can choose from and still be able to get your badge for it. Badge Requirements: * Pick your favorite Dino(s) (1-2), and tell in your own words why you like them. Ideas to mention: ~ What time period were they in? ~ Were they herbivores or carnivores? ~ How big were they? ~What part of the world today, did they live in back then? ~ What color were they likely to have been? * Color a picture * Give a definition of your Dino's name * Any thing you want to do, as long as you have fun and it has to do with dinosaurs 🦕 (NOTE: The blue one is a patch and the green one a pin. Both of these were found on Amazon.) Here are a few printables: Dino activity sheets Glowworm Guild Pinterest Board

@Juju my Zoo has a Dino walk that I can do. I can learn and take pictures. Would this could as the extra activity?

This is just a place for me to keep track. Badges Earned: 2006 - April Showers, Princess Week, Earth Day Working on: Zoo, Dino, May day

Hey @BabyPoppy if you haven’t, send an access request. My phone & laptop share the same charger my phone needs 10 to 15 minutes more charging but once it’s charged I’ll plug my laptop in and accept it. So in like 30 minutes.

Hey Guys I have just posted a few badges that I need signed off Earth Day 2028 Badge Princess Week 2026 Badge 🌼April Showers Brings May Flowers Badge🌧 @beanbean could you please sign off on them for me? or one of the Substitute leaders @shadowrider or @Juju your daddy?

thank you I appreciate it

@beanbean will u be my leader this month?

i'll be glad to

Yes, it would be nice to have a few more. And thank you! I'm sooooo happy you are enjoying the group! ❤️ I really needed to hear that today! 🤗

Yeah that was a Wednesday. Those are our assignment days and I am usually pretty spot on with assignments. Questions have been a little tricky because of that site issues. I know it makes things a little difficult sometimes but we will work through and hope we are finished with them soon. But in the meantime I just suggest checking the topics weekly as that is the mandatory check in amount under normal circumstances, no sweat if you cant get in as we are all being flexible with this right now

Hi everyone After thinking about it for a couple of days and also because of the site being messed up right now, I'm thinking that picking a leader to sign off for your badges, maybe should be chosen after? The whole reason tho, to have them chosen in the beginning is so that they can help and encourage you along if need be. What do y'all think? Do you think we should let CG's sign off on Troop badges for their own little's? I'm putting up a poll, please vote so I can see what you think about stuff. Also, leaders seem to be getting scarce. So, if you don't hear from your leader with in I'd say, about 2 days, then let me know or contact one of the back up leaders. Day Badges will be each two weeks for now due to technical difficulties with the site. So, if a badge starts the 1st you have till the 14th to finish, post and signed off. If it starts the 2nd it's due by the 15th, and so on. I hope this helps. May will have 4-5 day badges. I'll have this posted a day or so earlier from now on, as it gets close to their dates, so you can decide which you want to do. Any questions, please feel free to ask. Juju💚🐛

Yes, I've mentioned to him already that he may need to and he said okay. I'll let him know. It probably won't get okayed until tomorrow tho. He's been up all night so he's fixing to go to bed. But, he will definitely get it done.

@Juju I have not heard back on my badges yet. The April Showers, Earth Day, and Zoo Badge. Could your Daddy step in and check my badges, please? Thank you!

I am on page 214 according to my Kindle.

An hour earlier would work, if it works for everyone else.

I saw some overbearing strawberry hanging baskets that I am thinking about buying. I have tiny tim tomatoes going in my indoor greenhouse and have 2 ripe tomatoes on them right now.

First one!!! https://youtu.be/PYlar41MkvM?si=XyY_nopoTkoWU_gb

Not gonna lie guys, chapters 7-9 had me all up in my feels…😅😭😭😭

I'd love to join in this one!🙂

Hi everyone!! June is the first month of summer. So I want to get this up a little early so all of you can make plans, if you need to, ahead of time. Or just inform you it's coming up. There is a physical badge for it and a sheet that tells you what activities and such you need to do to earn it. It's a badge that you could work on all summer and it looks like it would be allot of fun! I'm personally doing it, so i hope there will be others also. Please indicate below if you're interested, if so I will post the challenge at a later date and also show the badge and where you can purchase it if you are interested. I think most of the challenges can be modified for younger little's, so please take that into consideration also. Juju💚🐛

I totally missed this post! I like the idea of dark blue for a uniform so we could maybe get overalls or the skirt kind (does that make sense??) and hear a fun onesie or t-shirt underneath it could be fun for summer badges to have an option for shorts/skirt/pants if we're camping and denim is resilient to lotsa washing...

Just wanted to let everyone know that's interested that I'll be starting on my planning for the Vacation Bible School Week. I'm looking at the last week of June. I'll let everyone know what the dates are for sure at a later date, as it gets closer. It will also be in the evening, more then likely. I'll being posting polls to see what better works for everyone as it gets closer also. I don't mind taking the roll as "teacher", but would gladly accept any ideas or help. (My Daddy will help me with mine afterwards). With VBS,I encourage your bigs to participate if able. If not, that's more than okay also! Also, I have ideas for themes, crafts, etc... but I'll also be posting that as a poll, sooner then later on which theme you would prefer so I can plan accordingly. I hope we'll see allot of you there. There will even be a sign up, awards (virtual), etc... Thank you for your interests Juju