The Gratitude List
Deborah
deborah@summerlands.com
Tue May 12 02:42:56 1998
Hello, *p*I would like to start a new feature/ongoing thread here in the Sanctuary ... that thread is "The Gratitude List". (yes... I HAVE been watching Oprah again <G>) *p*Basically, what you do is list three things that you are grateful for everyday. And you dont repeat the same three things over and over everyday. You actively look for three new things in your life every day that you are grateful for. *p*One thing about the way most of us pray (myself included) is that we usually 'go to the Gods with our hat in our hands and our hands outstretched' saying "Gimme this", "Do that", "I want", "I need", "Could you please...." But many times we forget go to them and simply say "Thank You", "I'm very grateful for your help", "I am really appreciative for what you have done/given me". *p*Think about it, how much do WE want to continue to help someone or give to someone who never bothers to say thank you or even acknowledge the gift. It makes us not want to be so generous the next time, since they obviously didnt appreciate our effort this time. I think it's probably the same way when dealing with Deity. They know our shortcomings, but it's still nice to be appreciated (if nothing else, it's just plain good manners!) *p*So with that in mind, I am hereby opening this thread as an ongoing method of praise and gratitude to the Gods and Goddesses for all They have done and given us. Please join with me in this effort. *p*Deborah O'Dubhain*br*