“The world always looks brighter from behind a smile.”   I am grateful for: Inspiring books

“Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day. “ ~Michael Josephson I am grateful for: My Family

“A person can stand a lot … as long as they can stand themself.” ~Axel Munthe     (Paraphrased) I am grateful for : This past year and  a today’s moment…

“Swallow your pride occasionally, it’s non-fattening!”   I am grateful for: Favorable weather

“Nothing is impossible to a willing heart. “ ~John Heywood   I am grateful for: Time with my Family

“It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.” ~W.T. Ellis   I am grateful for   You ! Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Gary

Life’s problems wouldn’t be called “hurdles” if there wasn’t a way to get over them.   I am grateful for: A friend’s help

“Alas! there is no instinct like the heart…” ~Lord Byron I am grateful for: A warm puppy in my lap

“Great minds have purposes, others have wishes.” ~Washington Irving   I am grateful for: A friends help

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson   I am grateful for: A “wake up call”