Attitude of gratitude - words from a friend that rang a significant tune to my ears. And the journey to 1000 gifts took on a more beautiful reason. Hundred by hundred, listing words and experiences of gratefulness. These need not be complicated words. A simple expression of beauty is enough. The whistle of the wind, the rustle of leaves, the comfort of a smile. Or a candy, coffee or cake.
1000 gifts is inspired by the book of the same name and how gratefulness changes the heart, the mind, the life. The habit of thankfulness can set in motion a positive wave that helps in dealing with life's disappointments. Gratefulness unleashes an energy into the universe that attracts the goodness and blessings into the grateful heart.
And the list continues. A song out of tune, a prolonged guffaw, the feel of peace amidst a storm. A restful sleep, the presence of another soul, the comfort of a pillow and a bed. The hopeful morning coming from a heavy heart. The drop of a tear and the compassion of a smile.
It goes on and on and on. So much to be thankful for. For a life lived, For another day ushered in. For the hope that when this life ends, it was lived to the fullest, for what it is worth. That it has loved, it has been hurt but got up again, it has been scarred, bruised and whipped but it is a life lived well.
It is a beautiful world and it is a beautiful life.
Life's Musings
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you, life.
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