*Be Thankful*

With Thanksgiving arriving soon, there are so many things to be thankful for:

Be thankful that you don't already have everything that 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,
it is during these times that you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations,
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 are tired and weary,
It means that you have made a difference.

It's so 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.