Being "Thankful" on Thanksgiving - How Too

[JimPullan]

Many here commented to me how positive I am in light of many difficult and tragic experiences I gone through, the death of both my parents, the death of my wife, gunshot wounds from Viet Nam, major open heart surgery, and the such. Just to name a few. How can I be positive throughout all that and now I live amongst wars and rumors of wars, gas prices out of this world, crime rate rising everywhere, adults, as well as children, disrespectful of others, violent behaviors, violent actions, God being mocked, no understanding of our founding fathers 'intent' for this country, from the Mayflower Compact forward (Timely for Thansgiving!). Want me to go on?

Well I'm positive, because I'm Thankful ! . . . . For what ?

a. For not being in the auto accident I just passed coming into work this morning.
b. For opening my eyes this morning, being alive.
c. For my sight and scent as I was making my breakfast this morning.
d. For not having a cold or the flu as many are experiencing this day.
e. For being able to drive to work, rather than having to walk.
f. For knowing I'm insured, and safe from loss, in the event of a accident.
g. For having friends who truly care and understand me.
h. For being in a profession I enjoy and love, than going to a job I'd hate.
i. For having glasses that correct my vision so I can see this computer screen. Many do not!
j. For 'a high of 79 degrees and sunny' today in Ocala, FL rather than being subject to mudslides, deluge rains and floods, tornados and hurricanes, and so on.
k. For having both hands in writing this posting. Many do not.
l. For discovering the favor of God towards me, and as a result, I'm now protected by Divine Providence, knowing I don't walk this planet alone.
m. For being able to walk in the evenings (good for my heart) without fear of attack.
n. For the ability to be gracious towards others (unmerited favor) and merciful (withholding what they do deserve) to the undeserving.
o. For the ability to be able to give and show acts of benevolence to others less fortunite from the storehouse of my abundance.
p. For the gift of knowledge and wisdom, and wise counsel that I've received from others and given out to others, for 'their' benefit.

Yes, I could go on and on and on for that which I'm Thankful for. So tonight and tomorrow pause to examine just what you 'should' be thankful for . . . then "Give Thanks!". It's that easy !!!

Jim Pullan
Audio Excellence