As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. John F. Kennedy
I should make it a habit to write in the morning. My outlook is so good when I first wake up. At night my thoughts get lost in a fog of the day’s events, and I’m not always thinking clearly.
First of all I’m going to change my image challenge. The things I’m grateful for isn’t working for me at all! I’m finding it hard to use my imagination when it comes to choosing and/or creating photographs that coincide with the many things I’m grateful for, and the frustration in that process is trying to steal my joy! Go figure. 😉
Anyway, I really can’t narrow down my gratitude like that either. When it comes down to it… I’m grateful to God, and I’m grateful for life. My sober life. My new freedom in Christ. Everything beyond that is an added bonus.
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. –Matthew 6:33
A fellow blogger (Jeff) mentioned something in a comment that I TRULY understand and appreciate- about being grateful for EVERYTHING– even the times of anguish and despair, as they are indicators of and preliminaries to growth.
Everything that’s ever happened in my life is what led me here today. There is no looking back and wanting to change a thing. Not a single iota. That thought, in itself, is an eye-opening and amazing thing to grasp.
I can’t even imagine where I’d be if I hadn’t gone through the struggles, the anguish, and the despair. Most likely, I wouldn’t have sought God, and would lack this awesome sense of gratitude that I have today!
So, YES… I am grateful for EVERYTHING.
Wow, I’m glad I decided to write this morning. What a great way to start the day!
Blessings, Peace and Love Everyone!
a sprinkle of faith 
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13 responses to “A Note on Gratitude”
He sure knew to pick a winner! Love his portrait, Janet!
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Haha! Thanks Marcus!!
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You are very welcome 😎👍! BTW, also love your take on being grateful for everything 👏👏
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😃🎶🎶😘
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Positivity, if that is a word when we think about our blessing! Thank you for sharing your gifts!
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I’m speechless, let the glory go to God 🙂
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Lovely post! 👍🏻❤
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🎶❤ thanks
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Very uplifting words! I don’t think I am there yet, to be grateful for everything….. maybe some day. It seems to give you peace!
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❤❤❤
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Well… Of course there are those things from the past that I could have done without. I thought of you actually…after I wrote that. Its almost like a treasure hunt at times. Searching thru the muck to see what good did, or maybe can come from it. Maybe just being able to share the stories to help another. I could go on…. But yeah its a long hard search if that makes sense.
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It does. Some days more than others 😊
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Thank you for the encouraging word and reminder
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