get grateful

today i am grateful. different than any other day? not in my opinion. but today is a holiday where millions of people focus on being grateful and they feel warm and fuzzy inside. stuffing themselves with all the fixins. waving at their neighbors with a cheerful smile. hugging quite a few people in one day is always a good thing. there's a warm feeling in the air, despite the chilly temperature. the explanation is the energy, and the kindness people seem to think is reserved for once or twice a year. nobody is nice 100% of the time, but it would be interesting to see how the world would be if everyone, everywhere were grateful, kind, loving, thankful, harmonious, and united... every day. i understand we get side tracked, or distracted in our busy, hectic lives. but if we slow down each and every day to focus our energy and perspective on getting grateful and take some nice deep breaths, our quality of life will be so much richer. hugging each other, laughing, holding doors open for someone, is something we can do every day. appreciate yourself. be grateful. i woke up today hundreds and even thousands of miles away from some people that i would really love to see. just like every day, i miss them. but i am so grateful for this day we all share from our different spots on this planet. i am grateful for hope, and deep in my heart knowing i will see them again very soon. they're with me in spirit, and in love. and that is really what i'm grateful for today. peace, love, and light