Great post. I even wondered if we shop the same supermarket because there was this old fella there (had to be in his '80's) who stopped to talk to mrsreindeer & I and share some jokes (even pictured comics and positive phrases he had in his pocket) because he was an advocate of positivity and wanted to share humor and laughter.
My Dad is in his mid-'60's and is a completely changed man from the fellow I was raised by. When my parents were together, he was a workaholic and never spent time with me. After the divorce, when I was 11, I finally got to know my Dad. Now he's my best friend. And he wrote this for his local Charleston paper and I'd like to share it with you:
More Gratitude
"Several years ago, my life began a remarkable transformation for the better. I was inspired by the pastor of the church my wife and I attended in Los Angeles. I came to understand truly – and more importantly to practice – gratitude. Of the hundreds of examples, I recall particularly arriving at our hew home on Daniel Island over two years ago and asking: “What have I done, Lord, for which you have so richly rewarded me?”
On Thanksgiving, I recited grace at our family dinner. It presented once again the opportunity for me to express my profound gratitude to almighty God for having given to me my beloved family, friends and others who have touched my life; my pets and Gods’ other creatures who share the land, air and streams with me; the beautiful dawns and sunsets; my health; and especially for having given me every precious moment of life.
Then we prayed for others less fortunate, for those who serve others in such a variety of ways, for our country and for world peace.
It then occurred to me, if everyone were to practice gratitude, all of those prayers will have been answered."
Quote:
Originally Posted by BroncoHorvath
We only have one life, and it's a pretty short one, so don't stress over the little things.
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