Speaking of “Being Thankful”

Why Be Thankful?

First, I must say that none of us need one designated day per year to express thanks. I am hoping that everyone will think about how good it feels to give thanks and to receive it and then will share the experience whenever the opportunity presents itself.

Why be Thankful? Well, there are always the obvious reasons like my teenagers, parents and siblings, close friends (both new and old), a home, a career and transportation.  However; I took a few moments today to think about the little things that we don’t often express appreciation for but if lost, would sorely missed.  Those things that we take for granted regularly. 

For instance, I am thankful to have ten fingers available to type this message. I am thankful to be able to appreciate the colors, sights and sounds of the world. I am thankful that my mother raised me to be something more than a domestic woman, not because there is anything wrong with that woman but because there is so much more that a woman can be.  I am thankful for my artistic gifts like writing poetry, stories, songs and the ability to sing.  I am thankful for being blessed with strong intuitive skills. I am thankful that there is food in my refrigerator and pantry, that I am able to breathe on my own and that I can jump up and down, dance, scream and laugh! 🙂

I am thankful that despite the efforts of some, I am still here…still standing…still shaking things up. I am thankful that I AM…because I am like all people, like some people and like no other; all at the same time.  I am thankful to be able to see the world differently than many and to accept and appreciate those who are different from me or than what I am accustomed to.

I am thankful to you for reading this blog and I’d be thankful for any thoughts you would like to share about the things you are thankful for….that you don’t often think about. 🙂