Be Thankful

• Be thankful that you don't already have everything 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.
  During those times you grow.
  
  
• Be thankful for your limitations.
  Because 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're tired and weary.
  It means you've made a difference.
  
  
• It's 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.
  

[ Author Unknown -- from 'Aiken Drum' (Aiken@AikensLaughs.com) ]