Happy Thanksgiving.
Today isn’t a day of celebrating pilgrims having dinner with Native Americans.
It is a day of Giving Thanks.
A day of Gratitude.
Thanksgiving is a word of action.
Giving not Getting.
Today is the day most people voice what they are thankful for, usually around the table. Out loud for the world to hear. Some are short and sweet, family, food or grandma’s divinity fudge.
Some people have a list to share, adding in God and Country.
We all are thankful for something.
So why hold it all in until today?
Why can’t everyday be a day of Thanksgiving. Its not about the turkey and giblets gravy, sweet potatoes or pumpkin pie.
Its about gratitude.
We should start every morning saying for what we are thankful. Whether in a prayer, to the person in the mirror or just outloud for all to hear.
Remind yourself and others whatever we have, whether a mansion on a hill or a double wide in the country, we are blessed.
Clean air and water, friends, family, a fresh apple off a tree, a snoozing puppy up against you, an ice cold beer with friends or a cup of hot coffee alone.
Be thankful.
Gratitude for what you already have.
What you have today, you prayed for yesterday.
Gratitude is a continuous process.
That first breath in the morning.
Each new day.
Living your best life.
Remember to be thankful out loud not just once a year, but every day you walk your path.
The more gratitude you have, the more you will be blessed.
Thank you for reading my thoughts and sharing them with your friends and family.
I appreciate each and every comment. My heart swells with every thumbs up or heart.
I am grateful I can make a difference in your lives.
Not just today. But every day.
I love you all, big!
Lorene
