I don’t speak of the gift, because not for everything
that’s given to you can you really be grateful. You can’t be grateful for war
in a given situation, or violence, or sickness, things like that.
So the key, when people ask, “Can you be grateful for
everything?” — no, not for everything, but in every moment.
Brother David Steindl-Rast, 2015
Gratitude in This Very
Moment
The
shadowy beauty of dawn and dusk
This
extra hot cup of coffee in my right hand
The
way my son still holds a hug longer that I think he will
Gentle
kisses from my not-quite 2 year-old kitty who still gets into all kinds of
mischief
The
ability to afford takeout on a Friday night
Anything
by Henri Nouwen
Super
soft blankets tucked in tight under my chin at bedtime
Wild
turkeys causing traffic during the morning commute
Hurt
transforming into wisdom
The
way technology still allows me to see your sweet face
Caring
for my own body in an extended rag doll until the release comes
This
quiet moment right here
-Me
P.S. Okay, now it is your turn. What are you grateful
for in this very moment right here? A tip, don't force it. Just open, and see what is already there.
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