I am thankful for…
happy things
like new life and new love
sad things
like saying goodbye, but knowing we will meet again
silly things
like childish giggles
loud things
like rolling thunder
soft things
like a pillow for my head
crunchy things
like fall leaves beneath my feet
warm things
like socks on my toes
magical things
like the imagination of a child
cold things
like crisp winter mornings
bright things
like the early morning sun
practical things
like running water
hard working things
like a husband, caring for his family
kind things
like a stranger who lends a hand
gentle things
like a slow-moving brook
yummy things
like chocolate chip cookies
colorful things
like the flowers of spring
miraculous things
like when a heart first starts beating
furry things
like a playful little puppy
creepy things
like a spider that spins such a majestic web
musical things
like an orchestra full of song
beautiful things
like rainbows and mountains
ugly things
like hopping little toads
broken things
like silence with a baby’s first cry…
Gratitude is my gift to God
in return for His never-ending blessings.
What more do I have,
that is truly mine to give,
than the gift of a grateful heart?
