gifts.

being it is Thanksgiving weekend

i am thinking alot more than usual about

what i am thankful for

and about the gifts that i am given

each day.

i am trying to figure out

how to express gratitude

in a way that is meaningful

and personal.

do i call everyone that i am grateful for

do i send personal notes

do i make a "gratefulness" status of FB?

or do i do nothing

because it seems like too much work.

and what if i miss someone i am grateful for.

i wonder how often

we don't do something because of our

made up fears and expectations.

how often we don't extend an open invitation

a welcoming smile

or an understanding comment.

these are all daily gifts that we have the power to give.

i am also well aware

that i am far more blessed than most people

in our big world

i live in the land of plenty with a full fridge

and a comfortable, warm house.

 i carry some responsiblity to honour that gift

the one i am given daily and often forget to give thanks for.

there is much to be grateful for.