As Americans, we typically enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday weekend during these end-of-November-days. Clinging to the stark remnants of the autumn season – leaves have fallen, colder weather approaches – we are reminded of the bountiful gifts that we all enjoy, and perhaps often take for granted.  Thanksgiving Day probably offered most of us a chance to overtly verbalize our personal gratitude to family and friends . . . and silently within our hearts and spirits. Yet, is saying thank you enough? Consider the words of President John Kennedy below:

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”  

     ~   John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States ~

Is it enough to say thank you? Have you ever considered the concept of active appreciation? Is this important to you? If so, why? How do you live your daily life by your expression of gratitude, or not? If active appreciation is important to you, how can you become more active in the months ahead? Write one goal. Make sure your goal is SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and has a Timeline)!

As you snuggle up to a cozy corner and spin your yarn today, I hope these words inspire you and help you to prepare for the magical season ahead and the new year to follow.

Sometimes it does take a village to build and maintain a great life. . . . Won’t you consider sharing your SMART goal on my COMMENT PAGE?

Thank you for stopping by and HAPPY JOURNALING!

See you back at the cozy corner on December 4th!