grate·ful

: appreciative of benefits received

A friend and mentor, Bob Vieno, tells me over and over: "Keep your mind off the things you don't want, and on the things you do."

I find that when I have a positive mental attitude, it is invariably tied to being thankful for the blessings - both large and small - in my life. When I'm focused on "the things I don't want" - basically being ungrateful - I have a terribly negative attitude.

(2007 December Daily Album) 

What are you grateful for today? When telling your story, think about:

• Despite the gloom and doom in the news these days, there are things to be grateful for. Name three and why you're appreciative.
• How will you express gratitude this Christmas? How about going into the new year?
• Consider using some photos of things/people/places you are grateful for.
• Write a letter of gratitude to someone.
• Don't forget about our service men and women. Take some time to express gratitude to them. Here is one way.

Until tomorrow, thanks for stopping by~