Getting depressed reading some of these topics.

qualitygal · ‎10-04-2010

I too could just go with the downers, so I guess it's time to turn the tables and say, gee what am I thankful for?

Yesterday, was beautiful and sunny and we took a little ride to the nursing home.

We did lose a limb out back and hubby will need all of tomorrow to get through as much of that as he can. But none of the big trees fell on our house. You should see what some people had happen to their houses and cars!! Wow. We didn't lose power either, and many did.

I'm thankful it wasn't worse.

The sun shines, and my feet hit the floor. My little girl is sleeping in my spot in the bed. She thinks it's her king size bed and she's so little. I'm so thankful for her.

I hope others can share and see some good things in their lives. It can't be all bad. For those going through rough times, kisses and hugs and you aren't alone. Just trying to be more positive.

HiLo · ‎03-10-2010

Boy, I certainly agree with you. Couldn't be better said. I realize that many people use this forum for a sounding board but it would be nice if more positive comments could be made even about the good to be found in a situation even though it is not pleasant. When I think of all the people in the world who are suffering it makes my problems seem so small in comparison. Of course, to be clear, if there is some help or comfort to be given our friends we want to be here for you all.

A thankful heart works as a medicine even in our hardest times.and some of us have had enough life experiences to know this is true.

happygolfcartrider · ‎05-10-2013

We are getting rain and a little wind from Arthur today. I myself LOVE rainy days so I will relax and enjoy!

Don't worry, be Happy!

pommom · ‎03-10-2010

Blessed, indeed. Family in good health, roof over my head, food on the table, reliable transportion, and a wonderful community of neighbors. I realize I'm overlooking tons of other things.

If your face brightens when you meet a friend, you have struck gold. - unknown

Hayfield · ‎03-10-2010

The weather is beautiful and no humidity! Yeah! I'm so happy about that. I've been blessed with good health so far in my life and have a wonderful husband and two great children.

happycat · ‎09-18-2010

I am grateful for the lower temps and humidity- don't know when we have had such a cool July 4. I am grateful for my lab who wakes me up and makes sure I get going, if I ever think I am going to sleep late , thankful that my dd finally has a job doing what she loves, and is actually making decent money doing it.

Like you, OP, we have had trees and limbs blown down, I am thankful my husband has a chainsaw and is able to use it. I do find it odd, though at the amount of trees/limbs that have been blown down this year.

Have a great Saturday, everybody-

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

People who can't appreciate that they have a home, at least one loved one , and food on the table would do well to go and volunteer at the local food bank. It is very eye opening to see how many homeless people who only eat when others are generous enough to give them some food there are in your community. I live in a middle class to upper middle class or more community - but we have the largest community of homeless people in Fl living on the state game lands right next to us.

The Bible tells us to give our worries over to the Lord and appreciate all the good and beautiful things around us. When I was a child & I would have something on my mind my Mom would sit down with us and we would say a prayer and "give it over to God" then she would say OK - that's all you can do about that. Don't worry any more He will take care of it - so go do your homework. 99% of the time she was right.

colliegirls · ‎05-13-2012

You are so right! It is a beautiful sunny day, everything is green and alive, my family and friends are doing well, its a time to be grateful and smile.

Danky · ‎08-04-2013

It is a certain type of personality...they live for the negative. They are grief lovers and their whole identify is based on the bad things that happen in their lives. They become paralyzed by the events they have to deal with and thrive on being stuck in that place. When you call them on it , they will spend 5 minutes telling you how they don't want to dwell on their misery but then it is right back to type. It is self fulfilling because most people want nothing to do with them because of their constant tragedy. There are a few professional debbie downers on these boards that stand out like a sore thumb .......there are a huge number of positive, upbeat, roll with the punches, no pity party here rays of sunshine. Posters.

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

On 7/5/2014 Danky said: It is a certain type of personality...they live for the negative. They are grief lovers and their whole identify is based on the bad things that happen in their lives. They become paralyzed by the events they have to deal with and thrive on being stuck in that place. When you call them on it , they will spend 5 minutes telling you how they don't want to dwell on their misery but then it is right back to type. It is self fulfilling because most people want nothing to do with them because of their constant tragedy. There are a few professional debbie downers on these boards that stand out like a sore thumb .......there are a huge number of positive, upbeat, roll with the punches, no pity party here rays of sunshine. Posters.

I agree - many posters come here for sympathy in their tragedies and if you , instead, tell them a practical solution , they get all mad at you and tell you how evil you are.