Every day is a blessing, whether it seems like it at the
time or not. I think all of us never show enough gratitude. Gratitude is not merely the result of having good and valuable
experiences in your life. Being grateful is an essential part of causing life’s
goodness to come your way.
Gratitude is an emotion expressing appreciation for what a
person has and I'm not referring to material things; what I mean is taking the
time to appreciate the beautiful things in life.
I remember my first trip to Key West, FL for a weekend was
a Mother's Day present from my son many years ago. I remember it was the most
spectacular sunset on the planet! And, it was a ritual every evening at sunset
that a crowd would be outside with a drink in hand and applaud the amazing
sunset of bright orange that looked like it was sinking right into the
ocean.
Believe it or not, I've never been to Disney in spite of
the fact that I have been living in Florida for nearly 25 years now. I had the
opportunity to go many times with friends but the thought of listening to people
dragging whining kids around the park themes did not appeal to me. Walking
around in the heat and humidity in Florida is not pleasant for me
either.
Another wonderful Mother's Day present was from my daughter not that
long ago..................taking me to the Red Sox game! What a thrill. Oh,
"Sweet Caroline" "So good, So good, So good"!
It was exciting to be in my home town for a visit with my family and seeing my
favorite baseball team. The fans at the game are so exhilarating and it makes
the experience all that more wonderful! Love being a part of "the
wave".
I'm grateful for my beautiful children.
Life is good!
As always, life warming thoughts for the Rose. Beautifully done, and especially when the talk is family and the 'sweet things' done within that circle.
ReplyDeleteWe were blessed to live in Key West for 3 or 4 years. Many times shared that Sunset view from Mallory Square and joined in the clapping at such a beautiful display of nature.
YES it is good for the soul to be grateful.
Always a pleasure to visit here.. Love ya!
Dear Rose, Beautiful thoughts. I am grateful for my children too. They truly are a blessing. There really are so many good things to add all the wonderful blessings up.
ReplyDeleteLike Bing Crosby sang in White Christmas; count your blessings instead of sheep.
Have a beautiful evening and I hope you are feeling better.
Catherine xox
You are fortunate indeed to have such loving children. Gratitude is something we shouldn't take for granted.
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy post!! I have visited Disney more times then I can count!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend!!
What a happy thought, applauding a beautiful sunset. I am most in awe of the beautiful sights we are blessed with through nature. That was a beautiful post on being thankful! Yes, I do agree many times over I'm thankful for my children too!
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