Gratitude is the key to unlock all the treasures of the world.
Practice daily moments of gratitude for good to persevere.
Growing
Literally and figuratively:
Growing physically, mentally, and spiritually shines a light on the path to gratitude. These roots grow and that is the beginning of the entire life cycle. Knowing that you are growing and reaching towards new methods, ideas, processes, and dreams is one way to feel and know gratitude.
Community
A multitude of communal efforts are in action everywhere.
For example, I am grateful for the community that forms around fiber producers, processors, and enthusiasts. Together the community shared our skills, farms, and products during a challenging time. New communities attach and grow on more familiar relationships and together we all form a stronger, more resilient community.
Friendship
Gratitude in the eye of the beholder:
I know that I like you and I have a friend! Everything is easier with a friend and joyful times are even sweeter when shared. I can see another perspective with you. I won’t stay down too long with you as my friend. I feel a sense of purpose because of you.
REFLECTION
Ah, as the time passes I am ever more grateful for reflection. Reflection to see where I didn’t see before and to see how we have come this far. Escape into reflection for gratitude of those who have shown their love and care. Gratitude for all that has been there.
NATURE
Gratitude in nature is really quite perverse. It plays with you as you take it for granted, yet it waits in existence nonetheless. Deep and on the surface, I can feel the connection and share it with the littles often. I let the elders know I see it. I talk to nature and show gratitude for her ears that must be so full of so many different sounds and feelings.
Practicing gratitude makes me calmer, happier, and a better earthling. I feel more in control and more deliberate about my work. I think teaching gratitude is the start to a new beginning, not just for Thanksgiving, but every day.
““When eating fruit, remember the one who planted the tree.””