Today’s the day we remember to be thankful. It’s common to go around
the table and mention what we’re thankful for. It’s usually the big things, Mom
& Dad, healing, food, modern conveniences, health, a child’s teddy bear, home,
and so forth.
This post will point out different ways to
find gratitude. For one week, notice everyone and everything that helps,
encourages, or lifts your spirits in any way: The clerk in the store that
smiles at you, the spouse that says “good morning,” the Face Book post that
makes you smile, birds singing in the trees, trees, the sun shining, the Face
Book post that inspires you, the clouds that bring needed rain or snow, and on
and on. See how many you can find in one day. It doesn’t matter if it gets
silly, nobody will know except you.
Living a life filled with gratitude will make
us happier. Look for that silver lining in the cloud hanging over you. Even if
you have lost a loved one, ponder the joys they brought into your life. Find
someone else with trials, and lift their spirits. Lift the person you think least
needs it. Chances are they also have a heavy load to carry.
Joy and happiness are born of Gratitude. Gordon
T. Watts
