We have no right to ask, when sorrow comes, Why did this happen to me? unless we ask the same question for every joy that comes our way.
--Philip S. Bernstein
All of us have reasons to be grateful. Usually, the word implies we have received something. We often think of gratitude as that warm feeling we get from someone else's generosity. We are particularly grateful when we get unexpected gifts from those who owe us nothing. Within a family, we expect such acts of love because we are close to one another.
But gratitude doesn't always come from being a receiver. Gratitude is warmest when it accompanies the joy of being able to give without expecting anything in return. We find it isn't enough to feel grateful. We have to express our gratitude by showing kindness and service to everyone around us.
Gratitude is the greatest of all heart-openers. When it enters the heart, love pours out. For every kindness we receive, gratitude inspires a hundred acts of giving.
very nice janet.......................
It is so very important to not only have gratitude, but to express it as well. Thank you God for all my friends and my family and pets...and my life. God bless you...Sharonn
Janet, what a delightful post....and so true. Bless you, honey. ((((Hugs))))
