thanks a million...

I have been thinking a lot the past few days about gratitude and all of the things that I am thankful for. I'm reading a book right now called "What Happy People Know." It is an awesome book, and it talks a lot about how we need to constantly be realizing the great and wonderful things we have in our lives. I think I have been made acutely aware of when people show gratitude, and I think I can think my mom for this. I can distinctly remember being little and on several occasions running out the door hearing my mom calling behind me, "Don't forget to say thank you!." I've seen her example of being sure to let those around her know her appreciation for them, and I think it is a remarkable trait. I wish I was as good at it as she is. Because my mom always made such a big deal about being sure to say thank you to everyone, I seem to always notice when people do the same to me, and it makes me appreciate it that much more. I know I need to be better about it! So, here's a start. Thanks to all of you for being so great :) I am blessed to have the best family and friends in the world!