Thankful Thursday – Post 16

Be thankful for what you got.

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People in every century and in every walk of life have recognized the value of pausing, of taking deep breaths, of being thankful. Life can be peaceful, complex, calm, demanding, joyful, confusing and so much more. Through it all … pause, take a deep breath and be thankful for what you got.

I am thankful for:

The ability to choose to pause.
Good lungs to take deep breaths.
The choice and will to be thankful.
Spring flowers poking through the dirt.
New running shoes.
Life’s pleasant surprises.
Peace in a situation that is often strained.
Opportunities and the ability to grow.
A fun wine and cheese party at my neighbor.
Connecting with kind, loving people that pursue peace.
Friends, old and new, that also ask why questions.
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Pause, take a deep breath … what are you thankful for?

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  • http://shawnsmucker.com shawn smucker

    A family to go on a road trip with
    And friends across the country who take us in

    • http://janetober.com Janet Ober

      Road trips rock! Have fun!

  • http://www.alise-write.com Alise

    I’m thankful for the opportunity to make a new friend today.
    I’m thankful for people who “go first” and make room for others to share.
    I’m thankful for the ridiculously brave people who talk about depression.
    I’m thankful for my grandmother who taught me how to crochet.

    • http://janetober.com Janet Ober

      Good stuff!

  • http://www.110pounds.com Lisa

    Wow! I just discovered your blog and read your story. It brought tears to my eyes to read about your incredible spirit and drive to live and start running again. What an amazing story!

    • http://janetober.com Janet Ober

      Hi Lisa,
      Thanks for visiting.
      And you have your own incredible story – congrats on your journey to a healthy you!