Daily Gratitude

 No oblique quote today. I’m just keeping it simple.

Having gratitude is what this is all about. Purposefully finding whatever exists in my life now for which I can feel truly grateful is how it’s done. It’s the fruit of mindfulness, I think. It comes from a mindset of recognizing beauty and grace all around me.

Today, I get to watch as my kitten romps, climbs, hunts, and plays. She’s a delight! I get to revel in her revelry! As I interact with her, I have no problems or worries because I am in the moment of play. 

There is a jetted hot tub where I live. I get to enjoy sitting in the warmth which eases all physical pain. That’s another thing for which I’m grateful. I’m usually the only one in the tub, which means I can fully relax. When I’m there with another person, we both relax into easy conversation as we are pampered by the heat. 

The weather lately has been extraordinarily comfortable. That makes gratitude very easy. And yet, if I weren’t attuned to finding and expressing gratitude, I might just not notice any of these things. I’d probably think that this day is comfortable, yes, but soon it will be hot. When I think that way, I’m not enjoying what’s happening now. That’s the point.

Once the weather inevitably turns hot, I will be ever so grateful for air conditioning. I will have gratitude for the swimming pool which adjoins the hot tub, where I can get some exercise in a refreshing way. 

I am deeply thankful for the people in my life, and how they support me with friendship, challenge me with our differences, or simply bring a smile to my face. They all help me grow and learn.

On this beautiful day where gratitude comes easily, I will breathe it in and bask in how it makes me feel, and I will invite those whom I meet along the way to join me in the same. Selah!