by Leigh
On this day before Thanksgiving I want to express my gratitude to you, our readers. Without you there would be no Focusing on Life and I know I speak for all of us when I say thank you for your support, your contributions, your comments and of course your beautiful photos. You inspire us to focus on the simple joys of everyday life and I hope that in return we do the same for you. As we near the end of November I hope that we can set an intention to keep an attitude of gratitude throughout the year.
Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire,
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something
For it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations
Because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge
Because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes
They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary
Because it means you've made a difference.
It is easy to be thankful for good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are
also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles
and they can become your blessings.
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