7 Days of gratitude: day 6: Juliette
“At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” In reading this quote by …
Relationships
7 Days of Gratitude: Day 5: Eris
Someone once said that, “when we are thankful, our focus moves off selfish desires and off the pain of current circumstances.” We all go through bad times. Every one of us has had times of trouble. The point here is …
Traditions
As the holidays approach, our traditions are brought into the forefront of everyday life. Because they are dependent upon our religious and familial backgrounds, we practice those of our particular cultures. I believe that it is important to know what …
Standing Together On National Hungry and Homeless Awareness Week
There is great importance in standing together on national hungry and homeless awareness week, Though every day should be spent thinking of others, caring for others, and loving on others; we sometimes need a day or even a week devoted …
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The Importance of Spending Mealtimes as a Family
Extended family is flying in. Many are driving out to visit with their moms and dads. Significant others are preparing the parental introductions. The time to break bread with family is upon us. I contemplate the importance of spending mealtimes …
7 Days of Gratitude: Day 4: Samuel
In “The evolution of Gratitude,” Malini Suchak talks about where gratitude originated and how it evolved into what it is today. First discussed was how to find gratitude in a species that can’t say thank you. “Since you can’t ask …
7 Days of Gratitude: Day 3: Thomas
At times, being a mom is the most challenging character I play in life. I have my daughter card, my sister t-shirt, my wife tiara, my estranged wife hat, and my mommy cape. Among others. On any given day you …
7 Days of Gratitude: Day 2: Mikayla
When I look at life, I think of a jigsaw puzzle. All the pieces fit together, making you a complete person, when all are present and accounted for. Relationships play a huge role in the finalized picture for me. My …
7 Days of Gratitude: Day 1: Kameron
The choice to expend more gratitude into the world is one easily made. For me, spending seven consecutive days discussing the things that I am thankful for and appreciative of is exciting. My hope is that you will carry on …