THE GRATITUDE LIST Gratitude is not my natural disposition, so this took some time and effort. It was a discipline to remind myself of the many reasons I have to be grateful. But it was an exercise well worth the discomfort. Here’s my challenge to you: Take some time today, wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, to come up with a gratitude list. If it doesnt come naturally, don’t let that stop you from still giving thanks. There is still much to be thankful for, if we only have eyes to see. And in case you were wondering, here are my 10 reasons to give thanks today: 1. I am thankful for family, whether “by blood” or the people Ive met in my life, that always make me feel at home. 2. I am thankful for friends who don’t have to love me, but love me anyway. And that I met them at the right time, in the right place, is nothing short of a miracle. 3. I am thankful for my health and body, for being able to run marathons, relays, obstacle races, and/or whatever insane event that strikes me; yet is still holding up just fine after 30 + years. 4. I am thankful for acts of affection like hugs and hand-holding and kisses, because they remind me of the importance of touch. 5. I am thankful for access to water, one of life’s most important necessities. 6. I am thankful for music, which fills my soul in all the ways that it does. 7. I am thankful for a roof over my head and warm bed at night. 8. I am thankful to the Dunkin Donuts employees who make my hot coffee everyday to perfection. 9. I am thankful for having the ability to laugh and laugh with others. While my laugh may be ridiculous; I’ve been told it’s kind of infectious. 10. For a phone that allows me to communicate with people instantaneously even when I may be far away from them.
Posted on: Thu, 27 Nov 2014 04:08:24 +0000
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