If the only prayer you say in your whole life is "Thank you," that would suffice.
--Meister Eckhart
While on my walk today I was struck by an overwhelming feeling of gratitude. Sometimes I think we get so caught up in our day-to-day existence that we forget all the things we should be thankful for. Especially in America, during this long, drawn-out political season, it's too easy to focus on the negative. Politicians assault us with personal attacks and fear-mongering in order to win their votes. We need to all step back and quit bitching about politics, about the economy, about that dumbass working in the cubicle across the way and be grateful for what we have. ((It could be worse, you could be the dumbass.)) :)
I'm thankful for my family and friends in my life who share their time and talents with me. Who take care of me and let me (sometimes) take care of them. Who set a great example through their hard work and positive attitudes. I'm grateful for the diversity of life and culture on this planet. I'm grateful to live at this particular moment in time where widespread public knowledge, easy communication and other technological advances have increased our understanding of ourselves, the world and the universe.
Sure there are problems, we all have problems, personal problems, family problems, economic problems, environmental problems, etc. But instead of getting wrapped up entirely in the downside, let's take a few moments (at least) each day to be thankful, to show our gratitude to those around us, to whatever God we worship, and then roll up our sleeves and work to make the world a little bit better place.
I wish you success and blessings as you continue your journey.