Most of us know the BIG things; but, maybe we need to spend more time being thankful for the little blessings in our lives…
So…count them with me…one by one…50 Small Blessings… Everyday.
- Your car starts! Have you ever had a morning when it doesn’t? Not fun…
- A warm cup of coffee, seasoned with honey, cream, and sugar – Yummy!
- Trash bags, bathroom tissue, and paper towels…we all know what it’s like to run-out
- When your favorite song comes on the radio… there’s nothing like a good song that makes you smile
- A good hair day – makes anyone feel pretty
- A toothbrush and mint toothpaste – go a few days without brushing and you’ll appreciate having it!
- Comfortable shoes – nothing worse than sore feet
- A great work-out – endorphins – yaaaay!
- Chicken Noodle Soup with Saltine Crackers – reminds us of our grandmothers
- Finding money in your coat pocket – I look forward to it every winter
- When someone says good morning – it is nice to be acknowledged
- A bird singing outside your window – even when it’s raining
- Your pet – always there to greet you
- A short check-out line at the grocery store – it’s nice not to have to wait
- Lower gas prices – Can I hear a big AMEN???
- A pedicure – Nothing like pretty toes!
- Eating out – a luxury to have someone serve you
- Sunshine – especially with the last few weeks!
- The smell of cut grass – reminds me of summer
- A vacuum cleaner – makes clean-up quick
- A good night’s sleep – nothing feels better!
- A warm coat – those without a coat…know
- Going to a movie – helps us escape reality
- Laughing – can add years to your life
- The end of the day –especially if it hasn’t been the best of days
- A great fortune in your fortune cookie – always brings a smile
- A beautiful sunset – with lots of different tones of red
- Butterflies -especially when they land on your shoulder
- A new outfit – makes us walk a little taller
- A compliment – it’s nice to be noticed
- Christmas trees – (saw the first ones of the season yesterday at Walmart!)
- Pumpkin Spiced Lattes! Nothing screams Fall like pumpkins
- Clean sheets – that moment when you first slip your feet into bed
- Flowers – Bring color to any room
- A phone call or text from an old friend – especially one you’ve not heard from for awhile
- Lunch break – it’s nice to get out of the office
- Candles – on a cake or in your room – always nice
- A flashlight that works – especially when the lights go out
- Not having to set an alarm – nothing like sleeping in
- Children – whether their yours or someone else’s
- Santa Claus – he just makes us jolly!
- A coupon or discount – who doesn’t love a good bargain?
- Snow days – whether you’re in school or a day off work – they are just fun!
- A bubble bath or steaming shower – nothing can bring more comfort
- Ringing the trash can with your paper ball – makes us feel like a basketball star
- When your boss acknowledges you – makes us feel smarter
- The remote control in the right place – always a day brightener
- When someone tells you, you look like a star – Brad Pitt? Taylor Swift?
- Finding your car keys – that ahhhhh moment
- Being on time – or even early!
And the list goes on and on…or it should anyway! We are so tremendously blessed. Count your blessings today. It just might bring an attitude of change.