For the entire month of November, I have been posting various memes on Facebook about gratitude. We all have so much for which to be grateful but frequently are so busy that we do not take the time to acknowledge the wonder of our lives.
As I start my day, I try to consider the many blessings I enjoy and thank God for them. Then, no matter how bad my day may get, I have at least started the day in a positive way. It is sort of like depositing something good into my account which I can withdraw later in the day if necessary, a buffer against the little challenges we all face.
At church, we are frequently told that developing an attitude of gratitude can help us be happier. Non-religious studies have documented the truth of that belief. I love how Facebook can enable us to find a variety of ways in which people are expressing gratitude. I know there is much that is not pleasant that is shared, but much can also be uplifting.
We had a potluck Thanksgiving dinner which was tremendous. I shared this picture before the dinner, but it actually is a good reflection of the wide range of foods that people brought to share. The food was excellent, but the friendship and socializing was even better.
As we celebrate this week, let us also make a resolution to continue giving thanks regularly after the holiday has passed. After all, who cannot benefit from more happiness in their life?
