Enough

A few days ago I was browsing in a gift shop with my sister, and noticed the most charming, hand-made sign. Normally, I would have snapped a picture of it as a reminder, but wasn’t thinking clearly, since I was in the midst of making a purchase. It read something like: gratitude turns what we have into enough. I smiled at the simple, yet honest, cluster of words.

Have you ever noticed when you express gratefulness, how things always seem brighter? I have a daily gratitude practice that begins my morning on a positive note. It may be as simple as being thankful for the new day, a warming shower, a cozy bed, or deeper gratitude for a loved one’s improving health.

It doesn’t always happen, but I try to give thanks throughout each day. When things aren’t going well, those are the times that need my attention most, but if I dig deep there is always something to be thankful for, even in the hardest of times. Perhaps a smile from a stranger, or breezing through a normally long traffic light. If I can connect with that feeling, hope appears, and the day magically improves.

If you look, little blessings can be found everywhere and in everything. I believe gratitude is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. I am learning that being grateful turns everything into enough. Gratitude will change your life……it has mine.

xoxox……Sheryl