Community Chat

[CAcableGirl2]

I just saw this on CBS news and thought I would share. 

[IamMrsG]

I hope Steve Hartman's kids, Meryl and Emmett, understand the blessing they have in a father. 

[FancyPhillyshopper]

My number one house rule has always been "Keep everybody alive."

After all, isn't that what is truly the most important?

Next of course, is love and be loved.

So be blessed and share the love!

[shoekitty]

I am thankful for everything.   No kidding, life is tough...people suffer everywhere.  By enlarge I am the luckiest person ever.  I have a home that is paid for, great kids, grandkids love me, no  financial struggles... my husband is pretty good sometimes too.  Oh, and I have a six pack of Hagan Daas ice cream bars sittng in the freezer  lol

think of what you have got

not what you have not

[millieshops]

@FancyPhillyshopper when I read your message, what popped into my head were the hundreds of images I’ve seen over the years of people who have lost everything material in a fire, a flood, a tornado, etc.  Almost to a person, their first words are “we’re alive.  We have each other.”  That is what really matters.  

[LindaSal]

I feel most people are more thankful than we think.  Many of us have experienced illness, loss and tragedies in our lives, which is a big part of life.   I have always been appreciative for what I have and for the people around me.  I feel that has grown over the years and have instilled that to my best ability in my grown children. 

[tarsmom]

This is so true.....

We all have in our mind how holidays should look:  everyone at the table, beautiful settings, food, laughter and a beautiful day.

Every holiday doesn't have to look like the one before.  My DH and I will be alone - no more parents, and our son is out of state.  My dog passed in July.  Rather than focusing on that, we are still going to have a turkey, dressing and mashed potatoes (I am VERY lucky as he likes to cook TG dinner!).

We will be happy that we are alive (not in the hospital ....one year he DID spend TG in the hospital with his intestinal disease).  

Gratefulness goes a long way in helping you to keep your peace.

Hugs to all!

[deepwaterdotter]

I am thankful to own a safe place (so far) for my husband and me to live.  I am also thankful for strong and healthy years of employment which provide for a nourishing diet and good health care.   

[jeanlake]

Agree with Shoekitty. Start with the gratitudes close to home and basics and being thankful for all other things will come naturally. 

Friday I locked myself out of my car with keys, handbag and phone inside. Pump 15 at Quick Trip. I was on my way to pick up grandson from daycare. Windy day caught the door out of my hand and slammed it. The first minute I was flooded with negativity. Then an adorable teen driving a red bug handed me her phone to call someone. She was a blessing. I was supposed to have an hour wait. Again, negativity ripped through my brain. Half hour later, zip, zip and I was in the car, tank filled and drove away listening to phone messages asking if I was okay since I was late for daycare. I threw this thought out to the Master of my universe -- 'This doesn't happen very often. Thank you for taking care of me. Bless the helpers today.'  

I've been slipping lately on the positive attitude. Small lesson received. 

[IamMrsG]

RE:  @jeanlake , "Small lesson received."

I couldn't help but think as I read this, "He who has ears, let him hear."