BE THANKFUL
By Author Unknown Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you
did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know
something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be
thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for
improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build
your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be
thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a
difference.
It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment
comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can
turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your
troubles,
and they can become your blessings
May your Thanksgiving Day be a peaceful one
~Happy Thanksgiving~
| 
what a thought-provoking poem ... thank you for posting it. Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Becca | Friday, November 25, 2005 at 08:45 PM
Lovely poem. Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Cathy | Thursday, November 24, 2005 at 12:57 PM
Thanks for the lovely reminder to "Count Yer Blessings"! Many good wishes to you all for a lovely holiday!
Posted by: Leslie | Thursday, November 24, 2005 at 10:23 AM
Nice!
Posted by: --Deb | Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 11:07 PM
Beautiful poem, thanks for posting it. Have a Happy Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Carole | Wednesday, November 23, 2005 at 10:13 PM