30 Days of Gratitude – Day 20: Express gratitude to a relative. Gratitude should find its deepest roots in the family tree. Take time to call, e-mail, send a card to, or buy a gift for the relative you chose to…
November 19, 2015
30 Days of Gratitude – Day 19: Express gratitude to a volunteer in your church or community. The gift of time is among the most valuable of all gifts. That’s why those who volunteer—donating not only their skills or talents but…
November 18, 2015
30 Days of Gratitude – Day 18: Express gratitude to a single person who encourages others. While working at a small college near the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I had the privilege of meeting many students who have remained my friends…
November 17, 2015
30 Days of Gratitude – Day 17: Express gratitude to a store manager/clerk who has been extra helpful. Helen Keller said, “The world is moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of…
November 16, 2015
30 Days of Gratitude – Day 16: Express gratitude to a parent/guardian/parent-figure. While preparing this list of gratitude recipients, it seemed obvious to include a day on which to thank parents for their impact in our lives. But then—perhaps because I…