Attitude of Gratitude

"...at all times...in all things give thanks..."
~ The Apostle Paul

"It is through gratitude for the present moment that the spiritual dimension of life opens up."

~ Eckhart Tolle

In this early morning moment I am grateful for -

• my lovely wife - lifelong love, companion, and friend     
• a loving family
• a good night's sleep in a warm house
• a hot cup of coffee
• a faithful dog
• good health
• a christimas cactus with one lingering bloom
• artistic expression in paintings
• memories in photographs
• a computer
• the internet
• a vocation that is also my daily work
• time to reflect on gratitude and share it with you
• and so much more...

That's my list.  What is yours?

Wherever you are, whatever you are doing right now, take a moment to look around.  Then, either mentally or physically, make a short "I am grateful for..." list, and spend a few minutes reflecting on it. Now take a long deep breath.  

Feel better now?