Murphy's Law notwithstanding, have you ever noticed that the more you recognize the good in your life, the more good there is? I was interested in this article which cites a number of studies which show the benefits of gratitude. While I don't think most people approach gratitude with a "What's in it for me?" attitude, it is interesting that there are so many benefits to cultivating gratitude. It is a vicious (in a positive way) cycle.
Though the Thanksgiving holiday is over, thanksgiving spills out into the Christmas season. I'm starting to decorate, and I love to reminisce as the various ornaments go on the tree. I'll post photos later. While I like to have my home look inviting, the real beauty for me is in the memories and spirit of love.
Thankful thought: Thanks for many handmade decorations, which remind me of the stubby-fingered cuties of the past who would proudly hang their glittered, cinnamon-scented creations on the tree. They have outgrown the stubby-fingered stage, but I still think they are cuties!
Though the Thanksgiving holiday is over, thanksgiving spills out into the Christmas season. I'm starting to decorate, and I love to reminisce as the various ornaments go on the tree. I'll post photos later. While I like to have my home look inviting, the real beauty for me is in the memories and spirit of love.
Thankful thought: Thanks for many handmade decorations, which remind me of the stubby-fingered cuties of the past who would proudly hang their glittered, cinnamon-scented creations on the tree. They have outgrown the stubby-fingered stage, but I still think they are cuties!
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