Thank you. I'm so grateful you're here.

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Gifts of Gratitude

I want to know God's thoughts; the rest are details. - Albert Einstein
It appears that gratefulness and value have taken a back seat to other emotions. I'm not judging. It's an observation. We struggle with jealousy and greed, I know we don't mean to, it just happens. So it's not surprising that we're scrambling to find "The Way."

Ego. That little, but very loud voice in your head. It keeps us from achieving what we truly want. When you want more for others than you do for yourself...you've connected to the spirit within you.

So why is it so hard to do?

Take a moment to think of the wonder of you, all of the wonderful people and things in your life and just simply say "thank you" and really mean it, with sincere appreciation and gratitude.

And lastly, as we move forward, remember one thing, if it were that simple, we wouldn't all still be looking for it. "Thank You" for being here.

CHANGE YOUR MIND

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Gratitude is the memory of the heart. ~ Jean Baptiste Massieu 

Val·ue; To determine or estimate the worth or value of; appraise.

I'm desperately trying to wake up everyday as a peaceful, loving and grateful observer. Someone who can just be.
It's an interesting place, I see a glimpse of it every now and then, sometimes my ego just won't let me go there without a fight.
From my sporadic experience in this place it appears that you don't have to have an opinion or question things. When judgment, jealousy, greed or disappointment creep in it's just a matter of letting go of the balloon.

How many seconds have you been grateful today?

How far that little candle throws his beams!
So shines a good deed in a weary world.
~ William Shakespeare


Say "Thank You" send a balloon bouquet!

Please. Thank You. 

Start them young.

We arrive on this planet filled with love, wonder and joy. It's the interaction that can spoil us.

To leave a legacy, begin with the idea that gratitude is the one thing that will bring abundance into your life.

If you have children, take a moment to evaluate your interaction with them. Step into their shoes. Do they see you upset, angry or hostile towards others? Beyond the idea of please and thank you, what example are you setting?

It's the little things!

Make a Thank You list. A wonderful habit to start off your day, young or old...try it for a couple of days and see how it can change your way of thinking, first thing.

I've created a Thank You list that I would love to send you. Please email me if you would like a copy to print out.

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Things I'm Thankful For...... 

  1. We live in a free country.
  2. We have brave souls that will fight for us, to keep it that way.
  3. My mother - without her I wouldn't be here.
  4. My father for loving my mother- more than this, but you get it.
  5. My best friend Rob. He taught me how important I was.
  6. A warm place to sleep.
  7. My wonderful children and grand babies.
  8. My eighth grade math teacher for not giving up on me.
  9. This beautiful planet.
  10. Being smart enough to be thankful for opportunities and my ability to take them on.
  11. Hot Coffee.
  12. My glorious friends.
  13. I lived through divorce.
  14. I lived past the age of my father.
  15. I can create and paint over it, if I don't like it.
  16. I can take the day off.
  17. People ask my opinion.
  18. I'm healthy. Should be number one...but it's a list not etched in stone.
  19. I understand.
  20. I'm not mean.
  21. I'm not on a diet.
  22. The lake.
  23. I won't die with my music still in me.
  24. The animals that still exist on this planet.
  25. I'm not afraid.
  26. I can if I want to.
  27. That it doesn't matter.
  28. I care.
  29. I'm blessed.
  30. I'm almost there.

What are you grateful for? 

Ok so it's not Thanksgiving...

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My son, who says I'm the best Mom in the universe.0 points

My daughter, who loves me in spite of my mistakes.0 points

The beautiful mountains around me.0 points

Wildflowers on the side of the road.0 points

The ability to see twinkling stars and the painted more...0 points

The pain in my heart when I experience loss, becau more...0 points

The opportunity to go to college in my 40's.0 points

My cat, who gets in my way just when I need to tak more...0 points

Sunshine, palm trees, and gentle breezes.0 points

Gratitude makes you feel good. 

Think Good Thoughts 

The world we have created is a product of our thinking; it cannot be changed without changing our thinking. ~Albert Einstein

Ways to Say Thank You 

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Support Our Troops
A web site that gives you the opportunity to send a free printed postcard to US military personnel stationed overseas.
When you can't find the words.
Free Thank You poetry to use for any personal or non-commercial purposes.
Rob's "FARFROMNORMALL" Custom Photo Greeting Cards
Rob usually only does this for family and friends and he doesn't know I've advertised it, but I had to. His greeting cards are absolutely hysterical! So, I think that he should share it with the world. Even though he's always working on a million other things, this would allow him time to share his love of creating life memories, his true gift.
So here goes.......Tell Rob a little background, or funny story, about the recipient and he'll stay tasteful, I promise. (He's extremely funny, so buckle up!)
A very Personal Gift for that person who has everything. Pricing includes one (or two photos) with front and inside page text (sentiment). Serious is also available. You'll be thrilled!

Send a photo of you, a friend, family member, or coworker, add $99, and Rob, will create a dazzling digital custom designed Greeting Card for any occasion. A true keepsake.

Each piece of creative art is made by hand, and can take about 10 days. (He can do it faster...just ask.) The results are so worth it! Once your design is done you'll receive a JPEG or PDF format to print, upload or take into Cafepress.

Just need a photo, artisized? Only $50. Perfect for blogs, websites, greeting cards,birthday gifts,thank you cards, MySpace, email or newletters. We'll have some samples up in a couple of days:)
Thank You in over 465 languages.
Now you can say it to everyone.
That Blue Box that Really Says Thank You!
Celebration of the finer things. Come on guys, tell her how grateful you are to have her in your life. She's worth it.
The Cre8tive Gang
When you need help saying thank you to your customers and employees. We'll help you make a real production out of it.
Creative Ideas and Homemade Projects
Hand Made Gifts are always the most cherished. You can't do it if you don't try.
Every breath you take.
Close your mouth.Breathe.
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It's a universally recognized symbol: smile. Sometimes you smile because you're happy and sometimes you smile to get happy. The purpose of our effort is to bring more of those smiles in the world through small acts of kindness.

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Say Thank You and Be Quiet.

Gifts of Gratitude 

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Gratitude will open the door for Abundance and Opportunity 

What are you thankful for?

Take a moment.

Serenity_Prayer_Gifts wrote...

Nice Lens! Grateful for Gratitude, thanks for sharing! :-)

ReplyPosted September 30, 2008

jacquelinestone wrote...

This is such a wonderful lens. I believe that we cannot be grateful and hateful at the same time. Gratitude is the bridge from anger, frustration, and resentmentment to joy, peace, and compassion.

ReplyPosted March 30, 2008

Forgiven wrote...

I am thankful for this 5 Star lens! Please visit my faithography lens when you get time and rate it if you would.

ReplyPosted August 20, 2007

jasmineann wrote...

Wonderful lens. I'm Grateful for so much:) Doing a grateful diary helped me emotionally when i had severe back pain. I struggled some days when pain was awful but it helped me realise the good in life. Lensrolled you to "coping with the stress of back pain", your positive outlook is great.

ReplyPosted August 06, 2007

markius wrote...

I'm thankful for the love of my life, my children and the many blessings I've enjoyed. What a great lens.

You've been 'favored' at Happy News, Happy Stories

ReplyPosted July 28, 2007

 
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