Today I am thankful for rejection. Rejection is another one of those concepts that does not generally feel good and is not usually desired. After all, people do not typically want anyone to tell them “no,” even if the person saying “no” has good reason to do so. But I have come to realize that …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #251
Today I am thankful for optimism. As I was growing up my mother often told me that everyone has their own set of talents, abilities, and characteristics that they have been given, which makes them special and unique – some people are really artistic, others have exceptional analytical skills, just as others are blessed with …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #250
Today I am thankful for charisma. The dictionary defines “charisma” as “compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.” And I would say that that is very accurate based on my experiences with charismatic people. If any of you have ever encountered people who are naturally blessed with noticeable charisma, my guess is …
Today’s Gem of Gratitude #249
Today I am thankful for plush bed linen. I have always had nice bed linen, as a child and even as a young adult. Yet, it was not until I, as an adult living completely on my own, went into a department store one day with the intent to find and purchase an entire set …
