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Stuffed with Gratitude

I’ve never kept a diary or a journal—unless you count a food journal, which I still keep and which I have decided is the most boring type of journal. If anyone ever finds my food journal, they will be bored to tears, learning that I have had Special K protein cereal with 1% milk for breakfast two out of three days this week. A while back, I think it was Oprah who got everyone on a kick about gratitude journals. If it wasn’t Oprah, she’s certainly getting all of the credit. And while I may not keep a gratitude journal, I think it’s a fantastic idea to think about the things—big and small—there are to be grateful for in this world. It turns out there are quite a few: the last fragments of a hot pink sunset before nightfall, a fast-moving check-out line at the supermarket, a surprise phone call from an old friend, the cozy blanket that I got at Sam’s Club of all places...The list could go on and on and on. But it’s not complete without mentioning the gratitude that I have for all of the wonderful people who fill my life—and that includes the amazing people that I’ve met through Osher! While I don’t jot it down in a journal every day, I do think about it often: I’m very lucky to be doing what I do. I may have noted the stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and fried chicken (no turkey for me!) in my food journal on Thanksgiving, but I have been thinking all along about how grateful I am to all my Osher folks—and that means you! If I haven’t said so lately, “Thank you!”

Stay safe and healthy,

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Tracy Jacobs

NEXT UP AT OSHER: WINTER AND SPRING

TU Osher staff

We will host the winter Lecture Series in January and February. Spring 2022 semester sessions will be held March 7–April 1 and April 11–May 6, with a break week April 4–8. Make sure to check your emails and this newsletter for more information—coming soon!

Looking for an opportunity for enjoyment beyond participating in class experiences?

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Consider volunteering with Osher’s Classroom Facilitation Committee in spring 2022!

For more information please email Shelby Jones at sjones@towson.edu

Osher Jingle & Mingle

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Osher Jingle & Mingle

Wednesday, December 15 at 2:00 pm via Zoom

Join Osher staff and Osher members at our virtual Jingle & Mingle. We'll do a virtual cookie recipe exchange so make sure to give us your favorite cookie recipe to share with everyone. Bonus points to those who spread good cheer by way of their festive holiday attire!

Please email Shelby Jones at sjones@towson.edu with your favorite holiday sweet treat recipes so that we may share with the group.

Fun holiday attire and cups of hot cocoa are highly encouraged. We hope to see you there!

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We remember Osher members that have passed away recently. While we work hard to provide accurate updates, please let us know if you are aware of an Osher friend’s passing by contacting osher@towson.edu.

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