I am blessed beyond words. I don’t know what I did to deserve this beautiful life that I have, but it makes me tear up just thinking about how lucky I am. I have a husband who loves me, a family who would do anything for me, friends that care about me and a dog that thinks I am the whole wide world.
I am a nice person, a hard worker and generally thoughtful of other people, but I still don’t know why I have been so incredibly blessed. It is beyond me, I know that, so I thank the Lord everyday for everything I’ve been given and everyone in my life.
There are so many people in my life, that make my life easier, happier, and more fun! I need to remind myself to thanks these people on a more frequent basis. Like my in-laws, who are always willing to let us borrow anything that we don’t have, or can’t afford. Cars, trailers, camping gear, kitchen tools… they don’t even hesitate when showing their generosity.
Whether it is someone you see everyday, a family member, friend or co-worker… or maybe the cashier at your favorite grocery store. There are people in everyone’s life that make life a little better. I know it canbe hard to be thankful and practice gratitude, but here are a few ideas of how to show gratitude.
HOW TO BE GRATEFUL & SHOW GRATITUDE
❀ Write and send a genuine thank you card, handmade or store bought.
❀ Spend the day, giving a sincere thank you to everyone who does anything nice for you that day.
❀ Scribble down 5 things you are grateful for.
❀ Scribble down 5 people you are grateful for, and why.
❀ In honor of National Gratitude Day, send out a gourmet gift basket from 1-800-BASKETS.COM.
❀ Speak positive words all day, no negative words.
❀ Volunteer, because helping others, is the quickest way to be grateful for what you have.
❀ Go for a "Gratitude Walk" where you focus on gratitude the entire time.
You can do any of the above tips to show gratitude all year. And an easy day to start showing gratitude is September 19th, National Gratitude Day. I really like the idea of sending a gift on this day, because it is an extra special day for thankfulness. Anyone will feel appreciated when they receive a "Thank You" basket sent by you. You can even write an upbeat note on the card that goes with the basket when it is ordered from 1-800-Baskets.com. There are a number of baskets to brighten someone’s day, one of my favorites being the "Thank You" basket which includes treats like: Godiva® Milk Chocolate Cocoa, Carousel® Red Delicious Apple Caramels and DeBeukelaer® Pirouline® Wafer Rolls.
I encourage you to be grateful, paying it forward, and be thankful for the people and things in your life. Oh, and readers, one more thing… I am thankful for you – you brighten my day, everyday!
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About Karissa
i was diagnosed with esophageal cancer jan 2011..had surgery 3/9/11 to remove 3/4 of my esophagus and small part of my stomach. lost 160 lbs because of the surgery i had. i am thankful every day for being alive!!!!!!!!!!!! i go 10/3 for my 3 mon petscan to make sure it hasnt come back. keeping fingers crossed i get a clean petscan!!!! i am so very thankful for being alive and able to be here for my grandbabies!!!
I am thankful that I have a wonderful family to take care of.
my daughters, family, friends
I am thankful that God blesses me each and every day. I am also thankful for family.
My husband who works hard to take care of us!
I’m very thankful for my two children, especially since my second was a “miracle” baby.
I am thankful for Jesus Christ death and resurrection to save me from an eternity of suffering.
I am thankful for so much. Having worked in the medical profession for many years, I have seen how some people suffer. My health and that of my family, is good- for that I am grateful.
A few years back, I won $12000 -which helped to replace my 17 year old car. And most of all, I appreciate my deceased husband, Gary. He taught me to live in today and I try to be the person he would want me to be.
I am so thankful that I have a home to live in and a family to share it with.
I am thankful for my family and friends I am very thankful for my mom don’t know what I would do with out her which if I won is where this would be going.
I am most thankful that my husband has finally beat the cancer that held his grip for 2 years. and then I am greatful for family and grandkids. I would not have made it without there help
I am thankful for my family. and, I’m grateful that this fun world of social media provides a nice distraction for me…especially when I’ve been sad about my Mom.
Thanks for the giveaway!
I’m so thankful for so many things…..the latest is the granddaughter that I got on September 11th.
Miss Adia Jeane is so beautiful.
I’m thankful for the health of my children!
I am thankful that I have a job I love that pays