It's not unusual in November for thoughts to turn toward gratitude. It IS the start of the holiday season and the month of Thanksgiving, after all. I usually do things a little differently, though.
It seems that everyone is thankful for the same things. The big things. Family, friends, children, health, etc. Which, of course, are perfectly wonderful things to be thankful for. We all should be grateful for the big things. They are important.
In November, however, I always like to challenge myself to be grateful for the small things. To me, it forces me to be a bit more present, to really pay attention. It seems easy to list off the big things- it almost takes no thought at all. But to notice all the little things during the day and to be grateful? That takes focus.
Plus, it ends up being rather silly and fun- two things the world needs more of.
JeepGirl's List of Random Things To Be Grateful For:
1) Warm, comfy socks
2) A decadent extra 9 minutes of snoozy sleep in the morning
3) Beautiful pink, orange, and red sunsets
4) Meal prepping for the week
5) Sitting under a tree and reading
Oh, November, surprise me in the days to come!
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